National Scholastic Chess Foundation

The National Scholastic Chess Foundation's summer camp in Hartsdale offers a unique blend of mental and physical enrichment to keep kids engaged and active all summer long. Students experience immersive chess learning through personalized instruction with master tournament-playing teachers, challenging puzzles, and competitive play, while also enjoying supervised sports and physical activities led by professional PE teachers. This comprehensive mind-and-body approach produces measurable improvements in chess skills and overall well-being. What sets this camp apart is its exceptional, dedicated staff who bring diverse teaching methods that keep students excited about learning. Whether a competitive player or a complete beginner, NSCF welcomes all levels.