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Yes. Every child will have the opportunity to work with Mr. Ashley in groups. Each child will also play GM Ashley in a simultaneous exhibition at least once during the week. GM Ashley is always present at least two days during each camp week. Throughout the week, children work with experienced coaches who have been trained to use MATCH methods.
Yes. The camp is appropriate for all ability levels. Students will be grouped by ability level so that each child can be appropriately challenged.
Yes. Many of the activities are appropriate for all levels. Students at different levels will learn different things, but all will be challenged. Other instruction is tailored to each instructional level.
No. The MATCH chess camp curriculum is designed to be accessible to those with a variety of learning styles. Much of the instruction allows for and/or includes the opportunity to move around.
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MATCH is an acronym for Maurice Ashley Trains Champions, a collaborative effort between GM Maurice Ashley and Dr. Teresa Parr. MATCH programs and products are based GM Ashley's unique method for developing visualization skills, focus, concentration and coolness under pressure augmented by Dr. Parr's expertise in psychology and education. Students trained by GM Ashley have gone on to win National Championship team and individual titles, as well as becoming successful in a variety of careers.
Maurice Ashley has been called the Tiger Woods of Chess. He made history when he became the first and only African-American to attain the coveted title of International Grand Master of Chess in 1999.
His media coverage on becoming 1st African-American International Grandmaster includes Time magazine , USA Today, New York Times, Sports Illustrated, London Times, Ebony, Investor's Business Daily, New York Daily News, Jet, New York Newsday, New York Post, Emerge, and a host of other papers around the world served by the Associated Press and Reuters. He has appeared on The Charlie Rose Show, CBS News This Morning, National Public Radio, Today New York (W-NBC), CNN, Bloomberg Radio, and a number of radio shows around the U.S.
He served as commentator for the IBM Kasparov vs. Deep Blue rematch (1997), 1996 Man vs. Machine match (Kasparov vs. Deep Blue), and other world championship matches.
Maurice was coach of the Raging Rooks (J.H.S. 43) of Harlem, winners of the National Junior High School Championships (1991) ; and also coach of the Dark Knights (also from Harlem), two time National Champions (1994 and 1995) in the Junior Varsity Division and was the head of the Dark Knights program as they continued to win six National Championship titles.
Maurice was named 2003 Grandmaster of the Year by the U.S. Chess Federation. He is the author of Chess for Success a book about how chess can help children succeed in life.
More information about GM Ashley can be found by visiting his website at www.mauriceashley.com.
Dr. Teresa L. S. Parr has a doctorate degree in clinical psychology. She has spent years working with families and children of all ages in a variety of therapeutic, educational, medical, and research settings. Dr. Parr's undergraduate and graduate work was completed at Virginia Commonwealth University. Her clinical internship was completed at the University of North Carolina Medical School at Chapel Hill. Her scholarly writing has been published in book chapters and research articles in the field of psychology.
The camp will be staffed by professional chess instructors trained in the MATCH method. Additional counselors may be used to assist instructors to insure that students are well-supervised at all times. We take your child's safety very seriously. As such, appropriate precautions will be observed, including requiring all staff to have criminal records background checks and references.
No. Obviously, playing chess will be the primary focus of each day; however, children will also have the opportunity to engage in organized and free play outside, as well as to play a variety of games chosen to further develop focus, memory, visualization skills, and coolness under pressure. Instructors use a variety of techniques to make learning about chess fun. For example, activities often involve movement and the opportunity to work in groups or as a team.
We follow the cancellation policy of the host school or organization. Please refer to their FAQ or application for more information. If you have any trouble finding that information, please contact us and we will get you that information.
Lunch arrangements vary by location. In most cases, students may bring their own lunch or order lunch to be delivered from a local caterer. When ordering a lunch is an option, menus will be available as the camp gets closer. Please inform us of any special dietary issues. If your child's dietary concerns warrant it, please send them with their own lunch. Because peanut allergies are so common, we will make every attempt to avoid snacks with peanuts or tree nuts; however, if your child's allergy is severe, please send appropriate snacks with them.
We will make every attempt to reach you as quickly as possible. If the situation warrants, we will call 911 and your child will be taken to the most appropriate hospital (as determined by emergency personnel).
The MATCH Camp is designed to be fun, appropriately challenging, engaging and well-structured, with clear expectations. Therefore, we do not anticipate any discipline problems during the camp. However, if a problem arises, the camper will receive one warning and a call home. If a second problem arises, the camper may be asked not to return and a prorated refund will be offered.
- Yes. Parents are welcome to observe in most cases (unless this conflicts with the policies of the host site). Please make sure to check two lunches for each day if you would like us to order an extra lunch for you.
Please contact us prior to the camp to discuss any special needs your child may have.
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