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by Bay Area Chess
Wed, Apr 23 +more dates
Boot-Camp Format: 4 Daily Lessons, Monday through Thursday, with a Tournament on Friday (same time of day!), using Zoom and Chesskid.com as a playing platform.
CHESS For Beginners
by Young Gates
Mon, Apr 14 +more dates
Getting the fundamentals in place with principles is important, but being able to identifythese Chess game advantages at the right time will help your kids to reach new levels in life. It'samazing how much we are planning when we keep…
5 Days Camp - Chalk Sculpture
by Young Gates
Mon, Jun 2 +more dates
One-week workshop on chalk carving for beginners, covering soft carving, tools, projects, and materials like soft chalk, toothpick, pencil, and paper.
The Chess Camp
by Way to Success
Today +more dates
Welcome to the exciting world of online chess camp for kids! Our virtual chess camp is designed to provide a fun and educational experience for young chess enthusiasts aged 8-14. Whether your child is a beginner or an intermediate player, our camp offers a…
Donate to Help a Child Learn Chess
by San Jose Chess Club
Today +more dates
Support children by donating to provide them the opportunity to learn and benefit from playing chess.
On-Demand Chess Lessons for Kids
Chess Basics- Find the Checkmate
by Yes for Chess
10 minutes
In this video lesson, you and Coach James will solve chess puzzles where you can attack the King in different ways. Remember, chess moves are not always r
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Aubrey Sambrano
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Simone Swasey
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FAQs
What are the advantages of Playing Chess?
There are many advantages of playing chess: Improves concentration, Develops memory, Promotes imagination and creativity, Improves patience, Helps in decision-making, Develops self-confidence, Kids excel in mathematics.
What is the right age to teach chess to kids?
While some children will be ready to learn the game by age 4, the consensus among chess teachers seems to be that second grade -- meaning age 7 or 8 -- is the ideal time to start.
What can my child expect to learn at chess class?
Chess teaches children many fundamentals, like problem-solving, focus, patience and follow-through. Imagine if every child was equipped with these skills as they entered kindergarten and first grade. They would embrace learning in a different way.
How much does a kids' chess class cost?
From online to in-person, prices will depend on the type of experiences being considered.
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