Find the Right Program
Every program is designed around a structured curriculum — from a child's very first move to competitive tournament play.
Group Classes
Small-group instruction (10–12 students) organized by skill level. Classes run weekly with homework and progress tracking through our student portal. Available online and in-person across NJ and NC.
Choose Your Level
Beginner I
Introduction to chess — how the pieces move, board setup, and basic rules. Perfect for first-timers age 5+.
See available classes →Beginner II
Check, checkmate, and how to finish the game. Students build on piece movement and learn basic defense.
See available classes →Pawn 1
Opening principles — center control and king safety — plus simple tactics like double attacks and pins.
See available classes →Pawn 2
Avoiding hanging pieces, attack and defense, special moves like En Passant, and removing-the-defender tactics.
See available classes →Pawn 3
Grandmaster game study, calculating two to three moves ahead, and the foundations of endgame technique.
See available classes →Knight
Opening repertoire building, complex endgames, and candidate move calculation with small calculation trees.
See available classes →Bishop
Strategic concepts — pawn structures and long-term planning — marking a shift from tactics to positional thinking.
See available classes →Rook
Deep pawn structure study, the interplay between strategy and tactics, and complex training positions.
See available classes →King/Queen
Fine-tuning all skills — deep game analysis, advanced strategic ideas, and mastery of endgame theory.
See available classes →Not sure which level?
Browse the full curriculum for a breakdown of each level, or chat with our assistant for a personalized recommendation.
Ready to find a class?
Browse live schedules — online sessions and in-person campuses in New Jersey and North Carolina.
Haven't taken a trial class yet?
Your child's first group class is completely free. Our coach will assess their level and help you find the right fit — no commitment needed.