Stepping into the world of chess opens up an exciting journey filled with strategy, critical thinking, and endless fun. Chess is beyond a game; it’s a tool to sharpen your mind, improve your problem-solving skills, and even enhance your creativity. Every other board game will become boring by comparison! In this class, we’ll cover the basics, from understanding the board and pieces to learning fundamental tactics and strategies. As the class progresses, we’ll learn some specific openings, middle game plans, and end games to checkmate your opponent. By the end of class, the diligent student will be an intermediate-level chess player. No matter your starting point, you’ll find yourself developing new skills and enjoying the challenges that each game brings.