Each session is open to any Florida resident age 9 through age 15 A student outside this age range may attend with special permission. Students are expected to have some chess ability before they attend camp. Students can attend multiple sessions for a reduced price if enrollment is not full.
A rated tournament is held during the last day of all sessions. The tournament fee and the USCF registration fee is included in the price of the camp. Students will be assigned sections according to their USCF rating if available. The approximate ending time is flexible. No activities should be planned immediately after the tournament. Trophies will be given to the top players. It is expected that all camp members play in the tournament.