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  Chess Club Chess Wizards School of Chess Private Lessons On-Line
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Minimum Length of Contract One Visit Four Visits A School Year One Visit One Lesson
Advance Registration Required Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Eligibility USCF Rated Players, rated > 1400 Experience playing chess and delivering basic checkmates is required From Novice to Master From Novice to Master From Novice to Master
Description Unlimited play during regular meeting hours

Join us to enjoy a challenging game and sharpen your skills. Participate in tournaments - Gain USCF rating points. Vivacity Chess Center is a place to meet, practice, learn, teach, and develop lasting friendships. Chess breaks age, gender, and racial barriers and allow participants to enjoy an intellectually stimulating activity in a safe environment.

WHAT TO EXPECT …

  • Predetermined pairings
  • No byes … Your opponent is always there
  • Unscheduled rounds
  • Large parking lot
  • Fair outcome: Everyone plays everyone in the group
  • Informal setting in a spacious 60+ seat playing area
  • Face opponents of a comparative strength
  • Friendly atmosphere
    Relax and have fun playing the Royal Game!

    How do YOU maintain your mental health?

    A combination of Play and instruction

    Young brains need exercise no less than growing bodies. If you are looking for an intellectual challenge, if you enjoy playing but are also interested in some pointers - Chess Wizards is for YOU!

    WHAT TO EXPECT …

  • Personalized attention – each student is important to us!
  • Friendly atmosphere!
  • Motivated & Entertaining classes!
  • Development of confidence and love for mental challenge
  • Positive encouragement

    What is YOUR child learning?

    A structured curricula tailored to  each group's proficiency level with regular homework assignments

    School of Chess Program offers group instructions for students 5+ and up. Instructions are tailored to every level of proficiency; separate groups from beginners to Masters. The program offers interactive instructions and competition in a structured setting. Our program and teaching methods have been proven time and again.

    If the cognitive development of your child is important to you, If you are looking for a high quality program - School of Chess is for YOU! Vivacity School of Chess offers a complete mental workout and delivers measurable cognitive growth.

    Additional Info

    Instructions' tailored to individuals' proficiency level

    Private Lessons are for players of all ages and skill levels whose schedules prevent them from participating in group instructions and/or for those who prefer to work one-on-one with a coach and want the coach's undivided attention. Lessons on-line or via telephone are also available.

    Selected material available for study at your own pace.
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