This class will be an introduction to the game of chess. Students will learn how to play and various strategies that will improve their game. Classes will typically consist of both instruction and lots of opportunities to practice! Students will need to make a chess.com account if they do not have one already.
This class is geared towards students with some past experience in chess. We also have a section for beginners.
This class is geared towards students with some past experience in chess. We also have a section for beginners.
Topic |
Class Recording |
1. Basic Rules of Chess Review |
2020-06-20 (Jason and Lewis) |
2. Special Rules and Piece Value |
2020-06-27 (Jason) |
3. Opening Principles |
2020-07-04 (Jason) |
4. Types of Tactics |
2020-07-11 (Jason and Lewis) |
5. More Challenging Tactics |
2020-07-18 (Jason and Lewis) |
6. King and Pawn Endgames |
2020-07-25 (Jason and Alex) |
7. Piece Placement |
2020-08-01 (Jason and Lewis) |
8. Full Class Game |
2020-08-08 (Jason and Lewis) |