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5 - 15 yrs
Mon, Jan 6, 2025 - Jun 16, 2025
3:30pm - 6:00pm EST
Class Experience
Intensive Tournament Training Program for Young Chess Players
Elevate Your Child's Game with Our Tournament Training Program
Is your child passionate about chess and ready to compete at higher levels? Our Intensive Tournament Training Program is designed for young players who aspire to excel in chess tournaments. With expert coaching, advanced strategies, and rigorous practice, this program will help your child reach their full potential and achieve tournament success.
Why Choose Our Tournament Training Program?
Chess tournaments require a unique set of skills and mental toughness. Our program focuses on preparing young players for the challenges of competitive play:
- **Advanced Strategy:** Learn sophisticated techniques and strategies used by top players.
- **Mental Fortitude:** Develop the resilience and focus needed to perform under pressure.
- **Tactical Mastery:** Enhance your child's ability to spot and execute complex tactics.
- **Endgame Skills:** Master crucial endgame principles to secure victories in close matches.
- **Game Analysis:** Improve through detailed analysis of past games and common tournament scenarios.
### Program Highlights
Our Intensive Tournament Training Program offers a comprehensive curriculum tailored for competitive play:
- **Expert Coaches:** Our coaches are seasoned players with extensive tournament experience, ready to share their insights and secrets to success.
- **In-Depth Lessons:** Each session delves into advanced chess concepts, from openings to endgames, ensuring your child gains a well-rounded understanding.
- **Simulated Tournaments:** Regular practice tournaments mimic real competition, helping kids get accustomed to the tournament environment.
- **Personalized Feedback:** Individualized coaching sessions provide targeted advice and strategies for improvement.
- **Peer Competition:** Children compete against peers of similar skill levels, fostering a healthy competitive spirit and mutual growth.
### What to Expect in Class
Our training sessions are intensive and focused, designed to push young players to their limits:
- **Warm-Up Drills:** Start with exercises that sharpen tactical and strategic thinking.
- **Advanced Lessons:** Deep dives into openings, middle-game strategies, and endgame techniques.
- **Game Simulations:** Practice games with post-game analysis to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- **Tournament Preparation:** Tips and strategies for handling tournament play's mental and physical demands.
- **Review and Reflect:** Analyze famous games and personal matches to learn from every move.
Success Stories from Parents and Students
Here’s what some of our successful players and their parents have to say:
*"The tournament training program transformed my son's game. He's more confident and strategic than ever!"* – Maria, mother of a 10-year-old
*"Thanks to the intensive training, my daughter won her first regional chess tournament. The coaches are amazing!"* – David, father of an 11-year-old
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Reviews for Chess for Children
4.9 out of 5
Based on 14 provider ratings
Janelle M.
Mar 28, 2025
Loved:
Our kid has a lot of fun in chess. He's learned a lot and has made friends with kids of different ages. Mr. C is the best!
Chess for Children's Chess for Fun Chess Program
Location: Downtown Elementary School
Nitya O.
Jan 31, 2025
Loved:
We had a fantastic time at the tournament - it was well organized and managed. My kid loved the challenge and the providers also arranged for food a t a low fixed cost. Overall, highly recommend.
2025 NYC Scholastic Elementary Chess Championships K-6
Location: Downtown Elementary School
Sharra W.
Apr 12, 2024
Loved:
Oliver has fallen in love with chess. He plays outside of class wherever he can. Mr. C. is a kind and supportive instructor.
Improvements:
We are very happy with Oliver’s first year of chess.
Chess Club at Downtown Elementary School
Location: Downtown Elementary School
Matthew F.
Apr 8, 2024
Loved:
Our student has learned a lot more about chess and enjoys playing at home.
Improvements:
Our student's interest in the actual activities of chess club flagged over the course of the semester- minute to minute it was not fun/engaging enough to hold his attention.
Sunset Yards Elementary School Chess Club
Location: Sunset Yards Elementary School
Nicola L.
Apr 5, 2024
Loved:
My son now LOVES chess - the coaches are so supportive and enthusiastic without putting too much pressure on performance and competition.

Chess Team at International Elementary School
Location: International Elementary School
Chess for Children Location
About Chess for Children
Chess for Children is a chess educational organization that is dedicated to improving academic performance through the game of chess. We provide the very best chess lessons for children. Our chess tutors help build self-esteem among children. We partner with parents, schools, and organizations to produce the finest chess lessons and programs in the New York area. Our chess programs show children how to be analytical thinkers, motivated learners, and critical problem solvers. Our students take pride in their accomplishments and become graceful winners and losers.