Chess (8-15 y.o.) PM
13-17.04.2026
300.00 CHF
Available places
Details
This spring, IIL Camps is pleased to once again welcome children aged 8-15 to a CHESS camp designed to help them discover or refine their skills in the king of games, known for its strong educational value.
Guided and advised by Clovis Vernay, International GrandMaster, children of all levels, from beginners to advanced players, will be able to challenge the chessboard during fun and entertaining sessions.
The first part of the afternoons will be dedicated to the theoretical aspect, with the key strategic themes being addressed. A workbook corresponding to the level of each child will be offered, so that they can note their progress and continue their learning after the camp.
The second part of the afternoons will be devoted to playing the game in a fun way. Children will have the pleasure of playing Condi-chess, which combines chess skills with physical endurance, as the rules of the game remain unchanged but the clock is placed 12 meters away from the board. Each player will have to run after having played his move to stop his count and not waste time!
Chess training is based on three pillars: calculation, memorisation and self-control. The practice is known to develop analytical and strategic skills as well as soft skills such as problem solving, time and stress management, and concentration. Chess is a great learning tool and the playfulness of the game is an undeniable plus for children.
So, ready to take up the challenge and checkmate?
Practical information
1:45pm-1:55pm: welcome/ registration at IIL
2:00pm-3:30pm: 1st part of afternoon camps
3:30pm-4:00pm: snack and break. Afternoon snacks are provided by IIL Camps to all children prior to playtime.
4:00pm-5:00pm: 2nd and final part of afternoon camps
5:00pm: end of camps. Parents are kindly asked to pick up their children at the IIL entrance gate, at 5pm.
If you allow your children to return home alone, please send us your written authorisation by email to iil-camps@iil.ch, otherwise we will not be able to let them leave IIL.
Late pick-up option possible, up to 6pm: +75chf/week
Children attending afternoon camps only will NOT be able to have lunch on site beforehand.
If you would like your children to stay with us all day, you can register them in a morning camp (AM). In this case, they will be able to have lunch on site (12.30pm-2.00pm). When registering for the morning camp, you will indeed be able to choose between registering them for the canteen (at an additional cost), providing a picnic for lunch at IIL (at no additional cost), or collecting them at 12.30pm and returning them by 1.45pm.
| Sessions | |
|---|---|
| Seasons | |
| Ages | 8 years old, 9 years old, 10 years old, 11 years old, 12 years old, 13 years old, 14 years old, 15 years old |
| Weeks | 13th to 17th April 2026 |
Child's Registration form
By registering your children for the camps, you acknowledge and fully accept our general terms and conditions, and confirm that they have all the required insurance covers (health, accident and third party liability).
Available places
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** Image rights: Your authorisation authorises the Institut International de Lancy to publish photographs/videos of your child on the IIL/IIL-Camps website and social networks. Without this authorisation, your child will not be able to appear in the camp photo albums sent to parents. IIL is committed to respecting the individual in the choice of photos it publishes.
*** specific medical conditions: a nurse will contact you to discuss your child’s treatment.
Detailed information on each camp will be sent by email. Please note that a minimum number of children is required for the camp to take place. If this number is not reached, we reserve the right to cancel the camp, and to offer an alternative or a refund.
