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Chess Club · Ages 4 to adult

Chess Club

From first moves to advanced strategy. Classes build critical thinking, concentration and a love of the game, with domestic and city competitions for students who want to compete.

Ages
4 to adult
Levels
Beginner to advanced
Competitions
Domestic & NYC city events
Teacher
Boris Umansky
From
$35 per class60-minute group class

Think ahead, play with confidence

Our chess program runs from beginner to advanced classes, and students take part in domestic and city chess competitions.

Chess builds skills that carry into every subject: planning, patience and focus. Classes are grouped by level so every student is challenged, from the four-year-old learning how the knight moves to the adult sharpening an opening repertoire.

  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Strategy, planning and calculation
  • Concentration and patience
  • Tournament play and good sportsmanship

Chess teacher

Boris Umansky

Chess Teacher

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Tuition

Per-lesson prices from our current pricelist. Full-year and session plans are discounted, and sibling discounts apply.

Group Lessons

Dance, art, music theory and other group classes, per class.

Class1× a week2× a week
60 minutes$35$32
90 minutes$50$45
Ballet, 3× a week$100 / week

Full pricelist & payment plans →


Frequently Asked Questions

What age can my child start chess?

Chess classes start at age 4, and adults are welcome too.

Does my child need to know how to play?

No. We teach everyone from beginners learning the moves to advanced players.

Do students play in tournaments?

Yes. Students take part in domestic and New York City chess competitions.

When are chess classes?

Chess class times are set each season. Send us a message or call (917) 991-0658 and we will match your child to a group.


Make your first move

Tell us your child’s age and level and we will find the right chess group.

A $75 registration fee applies to all new enrollments