Structured lessons
Clear, progressive instruction designed to build your chess skills step by step.
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Winter Chess Camp
5 Sessions
Online
Beginner-friendly
ECC's online winter chess camp series featured five 1-hour sessions from Dec 29, 2025 to Jan 3, 2026.
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What's included
Practice sessions
Hands-on practice with guided exercises and mini-games to reinforce learning.
Tournament preparation
Learn strategies and techniques to prepare for competitive tournament play.
Small group classes
Personalized attention in an intimate learning environment.
Session structure
Each session includes:
- Warm-up activities
- Instructor-led teaching
- Mastery problems
- Homework assignment
Beginner-friendly
Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve, our camp welcomes players of all levels. The structured approach ensures everyone can learn and grow at their own pace.
Camp schedule
Five 1-hour sessions
- Session 1: Monday, Dec 29, 2025 — 10:00-11:00 AM
- Session 2: Tuesday, Dec 30, 2025 — 10:00-11:00 AM
- Session 3: Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 — 10:00-11:00 AM
- Session 4: Friday, Jan 2, 2026 — 10:00-11:00 AM
- Session 5: Saturday, Jan 3, 2026 — 10:00-11:00 AM
All sessions are 1 hour long, running from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Join us for this comprehensive winter chess camp experience!
Session topics
Each session will cover key concepts to build strong chess foundations. Topics may include:
- Smart move habits and chess foundations
- Opening basics: developing pieces, controlling the center, and castling
- Winning tactics: forks, pins, and capturing free pieces
- King attacks and simple checkmate patterns
- Endgames, review, and next steps
Topics and pacing are flexible and will be adjusted based on the group's progress and needs.
About the instructor
Nihanth Tatikonda brings extensive experience and expertise to every class. As a USCF Certified TD & Coach with 7 years of competitive chess experience, Nihanth is dedicated to helping students develop their skills in a supportive, engaging environment.
Nihanth is the founder and president of Evergreen Chess Club, and has worked with players of all ages to improve their game through clear instruction and practical application.
- USCF Certified TD & Coach
- 7 years of competitive chess experience
- Beginner-friendly, supportive teaching style
- Focus on practical skills and tournament preparation
Interested in future camps?
Contact us to be notified about upcoming chess camps and classes.