Summer chess camp:
Garry Kasparov Academy
1 - 5 July 2026
Kasparov Academy Chess Camp
A programme for those who want to make serious chess progress under the guidance of the best. The camp is led by a Grandmaster Adrijan Mihaljčišin with a team of top-class coaches. The coaching staff will also include coaches from ŠK Ljubljana; Toni Kos, Nika Lapornik and James Tomazin.
- Content: Intensive chess training, adapted to age and skill level, complemented by football and sports.
Programme
- Chess training sessions with grandmasters and top coaches
- Football
- Drumming course with Marko Soršak – Sokij
- Sports demonstrations- Healthy living workshops
- Motivational workshops - Additional offer: There is the option of an organised trip to Zagreb, where a top-level tournament will be held Grand Chess Tour (3 July).
- Location: The Radin Hotel (conference centre) and the Radenci student residence.
- Price: €200 – includes: chess training sessions, an additional programme, and a small gift.
Additional charges:- Trip to Zagreb (2nd July) – €50
- 24/7 childcare – €50
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Option 1 – SŠGT student accommodation €180
includes: 4 days full board, single room supplement: € 5 / night
Option 2 – Hotel Radin €260 (children up to 15 years old), €300 (adults)
includes: 4 days’ full board (lunch is served at the student residence)
Option 3 - Self-directed
Only applications that have been completed and paid for by 15 June 2026 will be considered.
We are happy to support our partners' projects that raise the level of chess knowledge and strengthen the sporting spirit, and this summer promises to be something special. In the framework of KCF Friendship Festival 2026 A top-class camp is set to take place in Radenci!
Between 1 and 5 July Radenci will be transformed into a centre of chess, sport and fun. Under the guidance of renowned coaches Gary Kasparov Foundation and European Chess Academies participants will gain new knowledge, build friendships and enjoy a rich accompanying programme.