2024 Spring Semester Adult Classes

Embark on an enriching journey into the world of chess with our relaunched adult chess classes! Tailored to meet the needs of individuals at every skill level, whether you're a parent seeking a leisure activity to share with your kids or a beginner eager to grasp the fundamentals, our program is designed for you. For those with intermediate or advanced skills, our classes offer a chance to sharpen your strategic prowess and elevate your game. Even if your children are already beating you at chess, our classes provide a supportive and engaging environment for both parents and enthusiasts alike. The relaunch underscores our commitment to nurturing a vibrant chess community among adults, offering a unique opportunity for shared learning, leisure, and improvement.

We currently have three classes open for the Spring Semester! If neither of those times or levels work for you, we invite you to fill out this simple online form, specifying preferred days and times for classes. Collecting this information enables us to create cohesive groups based on participants' availability.

The interest form will inquire about your chess proficiency. Provided below are descriptions of the various levels:

  • Beginner 1: new to chess

  • Beginner 2: knows legal moves and how to check

  • Advanced Beginner: knows how all pieces move and capture, check, and checkmate

  • Intermediate 1: knows how to checkmate the King a) with 1 rook; b) with 2 rooks; c) with Queen; knows all the chess rules including rule of the castle; en passant; pawn promotion

  • Intermediate 2: has played in unrated tournaments/just begun playing in rated tournaments

  • Advanced/Rated: has played in rated tournaments

***Interested students with an official USCF rating at or above 1200 should register for our Master Classes, taught by GM Alexander Stripunsky and GM Irina Levitina***.

The relaunch of our adult chess classes emphasizes our commitment to fostering a sense of community and intellectual growth among our participants. Whether you're seeking to learn the basics, enhance your strategic thinking, or simply enjoy the social aspect of chess, our program offers a welcoming space for adults to connect, learn, and thrive together. Join us on this exciting chess adventure, where every move counts, and the joy of learning knows no bounds!

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