Purpose

Learning and playing chess promotes cognitive development, increases concentration and enhances decision-making skills.

Students will improve their chess game from the basic fundamentals through Advanced Tactics, Opening Principles and Endgame Strategies. Lessons are highly interactive while emphasizing fun and providing a variety of activities. Lessons introduce problem-solving methods applicable outside the gaming arena.

Process

Chessboard Terminology, Algebraic Notation
Misc Rules: Castling, Pawn Promotion, En Passant, Touch Move, etc…
Check, Checkmate & Stalemate Clarification
Basic Checkmates
Beginning and Advanced Tactics
Opening, Middle Game and Endgame Principles
Candidate Move Analysis
Tournament Rules & Preparation, Chess Clock Rules
Chess Variants