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Online Chess Lessons for Kids
Online Chess Courses & Camps
by Bay Area Chess
Wed, Sep 10 +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.
5 Days Camp - Chalk Sculpture
by Young Gates
Mon, Nov 24 +more dates
Beginner-friendly chalk carving workshop covering soft carving, tools, materials, sculptures, pressure control, sketching, observation skills, and projects like basic shapes, flowers, names, and chess pieces.
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.
1:1 Chess Camp For Beginners
by Young Gates
Mon, Nov 24 +more dates
Chess lessons focus on notation, piece movement, attacking, defending, and achieving checkmate or stalemate to help children improve strategically.
CHESS For Beginners
by Young Gates
Mon, Nov 24 +more dates
The chess lessons cover basic notation, piece movements, attacking, defending, and checkmate/stalemate strategies to build a strong foundation for improvement.
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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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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