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Chess

In our chess lessons, our teachers not only teach children the rules and strategies but also ignite their interest in this fascinating game. Chess becomes an exciting journey for children, helping them develop cognitive skills such as logic, memory, attention, strategic thinking, and decision-making.
We offer three groups:
Chess Start – an introductory level for those just beginning to learn chess. Children study the basics: game rules, piece movements, chess notation, and fundamental combinations such as check, checkmate, stalemate, and special moves like castling. The lessons are conducted in a playful manner, with knowledge reinforced through practical mini-tournaments.
Chess Opening – a group for children with basic knowledge. The focus here is on skill development: students learn openings, tactical techniques, game phases, endgame principles, and tournament preparation. Practice includes checkmate exercises with different pieces, problem-solving, and mastering strategies.
Chess Experts – an advanced level focused on in-depth study of openings, combinations, and endgames.
All lessons are interconnected and include regular review of past material. This helps reinforce knowledge and ensures a structured and engaging learning process. This approach allows children to join the classes at any time, easily adapting and catching up on what has already been covered.
And, of course, in every lesson, children play chess with interest and enjoyment, developing valuable skills that will benefit them both in the game and in everyday life.

Features of Our Lessons:

Interactive approach – learning through play and engagement
All lessons in Russian – a comfortable language environment for learning
Chess learning through problem-solving – development of cognitive skills such as logic, memory, concentration, and strategic thinking
 
Age: Children from 5 years old
 
 
Class Schedule (Fridays):
 
🔹 Chess Start (3:15 – 4:00 PM) – first steps in chess, introduction to pieces and basic rules.
🔹 Chess Opening (4:05 – 5:05 PM) – tactics, strategies, and development of game thinking.
🔹 Chess Experts (5:10 – 6:10 PM) – advanced study of openings, combinations, and endgames.  
   Pricing:
 
  • $35/class, prepayment for the month
 
Minimum enrollment is 4 children, maximum group size is 10 children
 
Teachers: Viktor Grigoryev and Alexandra Bocherova