CHESS BOOTCAMP CAMBRIDGE- WINTER 2026
At St. Andrew’s Public School – Library
Address: 65 Victoria Ave, Cambridge, ON N1S 2Y1
Waterloo Chess Academy is excited to present our Cambridge Fall Chess Bootcamp, building on our successful programs in Waterloo, Kitchener, Mississauga, and Guelph. Open to students from all schools in Cambridge, this program will teach the art of chess through engaging, hands-on lessons taught by professional chess coaches.
Ages: 6 to 16
Time: Tuesdays, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Why Chess is Important for Kids
Chess is not just a game; it’s a powerful educational tool. Learning chess helps kids:
Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Improve concentration and focus.
Enhance memory and creativity.
Foster patience and discipline.
Build confidence in decision-making.
These lifelong skills benefit children academically and socially, making chess an enriching activity for young minds.
Dates:
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Program Highlights:
Master how to move pieces.
Learn the value of each piece.
Discover the golden moves of chess.
Understand essential tactical motifs.
Dive into basic openings.
Write chess moves and read chess books.
Use a chess clock.
By the end of this program, students will confidently play chess and understand its fundamental strategies.
Price: $290
Includes all materials, equipment, and homework assignments
Happy Customers
Read what our satisfied customers have to say about our chess lessons.
The small group lessons at Waterloo Chess Academy were engaging and educational for my son.
Sara Johnson
Waterloo
My child's chess skills improved significantly after taking lessons at Waterloo Chess Academy.
Michael Jankovic
London