Online Chess Classes

 

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All information related to Our Online Chess Classes will be on this page,
including class times, dates, class description, etc.

For questions related to our online chess program policies and F.A.Q., please visit: http://scholasticchessacademy.com/online_faq

Fall 2021

*** Classes have completely new content. ***
*** The course material is not a repeat of any classes in the past. ***

Bishop Level Training Class (B-201) : 10 Weeks

Prerequisites: Students MUST already know how the chess pieces move. Completed Knight Level Training (or instructor approval)

Students who took the Beginners (Knight Level) chess class last summer, last spring, or last fall, please enroll in this class.

Course Description:  This class is perfect for students who already know how the chess pieces move and are interested in continuing to improve their chess game!  This is an excellent foundational course  that will help students develop solid chess fundamentals. Students will dive deeper into how to effectively utilize the fundamental checkmates and the fundamental principles of opening, middle game, and endgame play.  Again, please note, new students who wish to join this class must already know the rules to chess.  Although we may do a quick review of the rules, if necessary, it will not be the main focus of this class.  Students who do not know the rules to chess yet, but would like to join this class, please contact us for additional options.

Saturdays
September 11, 2021 to November 13, 2021
Saturdays 9:00 am – 9:55 am: 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13

Bishop Level Class Tuition: $179 ($169 – $10 discount if using Venmo or Zelle)
Location: Zoom & Chess.com

Returning Students Registration:  Returning students do NOT have to fill out the registration form again (unless you have info that needs to be updated), simply email us at ScholasticChessAcademy@gmail.com with the name of the student and proceed to tuition payment.)

New Students Click Here to Register 
Click Here to Submit Tuition Payment

Rook Level Training Class (R-301) : 10 Weeks

Prerequisites: Intermediate Chess (or Instructor approval)
Students who took the Intermediate chess class last summer, last spring, or last fall, please enroll in this class.

Course Description: This class is suitable for intermediate-advanced chess students who are eager to take their game to the next level.  We will be covering intermediate and advanced chess concepts.  We will explore more complicated tactical themes, as well as focus on progressively more advanced principles and strategies of opening, middle game, and endgame play.

Saturdays
September 11, 2021 to November 13, 2021
Saturdays 10:00 am – 10:55 am: 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13

Rook Level Class Tuition: $179 ($169 – $10 discount if using Venmo or Zelle)
Location: Zoom & Chess.com

Returning Students Registration:  Returning students do NOT have to fill out the registration form again (unless you have info that needs to be updated), simply email us at ScholasticChessAcademy@gmail.com with the name of the student and proceed to tuition payment.)

New Students Click Here to Register 
Click Here to Submit Tuition Payment

 

Queen Level Training Class (Q-401) : 10 Weeks

Prerequisites: Completed Rook Level Training (Or instructor approval)
Students who took the Advanced chess class last summer, last spring, or last fall, please enroll in this class. 

Course Description: This class is for advanced chess students who are eager to delve into advanced chess tactics and strategies.  We will cover advanced tactical themes, as well as focus on  advanced principles and strategies of opening, middle game, and endgame play.

Saturdays
September 11, 2021 to November 13, 2021
Saturdays 11:00 am – 11:55 am: 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13

Queen Level Class Tuition: $179 ($169 – $10 discount if using Venmo or Zelle)
Location: Zoom & Chess.com

Returning Students Registration:  Returning students do NOT have to fill out the registration form again (unless you have info that needs to be updated), simply email us at ScholasticChessAcademy@gmail.com with the name of the student and proceed to tuition payment.)

New Students Click Here to Register 
Click Here to Submit Tuition Payment

 

Registering for a Free Account on Chess.com is Required for Our Classes

For Students who are new to our online chess Classes, part of our class is conducted over chess.com.  Therefore, each student is required to have their own free chess.com membership.
  • If your child does not have a chess.com membership account yet, please register for one at http://chess.com  It is free to join.
  • If you have more than one child, please make sure EACH child has a separate chess.com account so they can play independently.
  • If you have difficulties or have questions on how to do this, please visit the “How to… Chess.com” section at http://scholasticchessacademy.com/online-videos   I created numerous short 1-2 minute chess.com help videos, including how to register for an account, how to use safe mode to protect your kids online, etc.
  • After you have registered a chess.com account for your child, please email me the name of the child and his/her username.
Space is limited in Our Classes.
Early Registration is advised.

Meeting Location
Online using Zoom & Chess.com

Chess Instructor
Coach David
(626) 658-7997
ScholasticChessAcademy@gmail.com