Monthly Calendar
Teaching chess since 1996
Classes
We have three new classes that will be starting this Spring.
We have a Level 1 class for new beginners starting May 17. We teach how all of the pieces move along with some basic insights on the game. Most importantly, we show how to win games! If you know anyone who wants to learn chess, you can forward this link to them with the details and registration.
We have a Level 5 class starting May 11. This is a great class after you know about basic tactics but aren’t sure what to do when there aren’t any tactics. It also includes lessons on 5 important endgame concepts along with 7 more endgames that you have to master before you’re rated 800. (You’re going to continue seeing that as you get better and play against better opponents, more of your games will reach the endgame.) See the details and register at this site.
Finally, we have a Level 8 class starting on April 29. This is part 2 of Intermediate Tactics and especially shows how to attack a king that’s castled. This class might meet at the First Colony library or at the Wendy’s or at the CYGA academy, depending on how many people enroll. You can see details and sign up on this page.
Tournaments
We had another busy tournament with a full twenty players. We had three prize sections. In the above 1200 section, Harris Cibik finished first, and Hao Song, Francis Kok, and Gary Morey tied for second with two points. The group between 500 and 1200 were led by Lucas Song and Kiara Diwan, and Neel Awasthi finished third. Then in our group below 300 and Unrated, Elbert Lu was first with three points and Luis Song, Krish Gupta, and Nellie Bishay finished in a tie for second. The big upset for the night (and now for the month) came from Luis Song.
If you are looking for one-on-one instruction or small group instruction, contact us and reserve your time with one of our coaches before someone else grabs your best spot with the coach that you want.