The Marshall Chess Academy
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the strategic world of chess?
Whether you are a beginner or advanced player, if you are looking to refine your skills, our Chess Classes are designed for players of all ages and backgrounds! Players will be grouped based on their appropriate level. The sessions provide a perfect combination of USCF-rated match play, group analysis, coaching opportunities, lectures, special guests, social play and much more.
Registration details
- Contact: td@marshallchessclub.org
- Phone: 212-477-3716
- More dates to be announced!
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Why join us?
- Expert Instruction: Learn from club champion and renowned chess coach GM Djurabek Khamrakulov and the team of Marshall club who is passionate about teaching and have a wealth of knowledge to share.
- Additional sports, activities and social play will be included throughout each day.
- Fun and Engaging Atmosphere: Our classes are designed to be enjoyable, fostering a love for the game while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: From the basics of tactical patterns to advanced strategies, our structured program covers everything you need to know to become a confident player.
- Social Connection: Meet fellow chess enthusiasts and build friendships in a supportive community that shares your interests.
- Lunch & snack included. Players are welcome to bring lunch as well.
- All sessions are peanut-free!
- Open to all scholastic players ages 6+
- Park play will be held at Washington Square Park.
- Enrollment is based on a first-come basis. Max 30 students.
Approximate Daily Schedule:
- 8:45 AM - 4:30 PM
- 8:45 - 9:00 AM: Check-in and Arrival
- 9:00 - 9:30 AM: Puzzle Time! (2 pages of puzzles for kids on paper)
- 9:30 - 10:00 AM: Puzzle Review with tactical analyzes
- 10:00 - 10:30 AM: Snack Break
- 10:30 - 11:00 AM: Lecture on Openings
- 11:00 - 12:00 PM: Playing Rapid Rated Games to practice learned material
- 12:00 - 12:30 PM: Lunch
- 12:30 - 1:30 PM: Coach Hour (Analysis, Games, etc.)
- 1:30 - 2:30 PM: Park Time (If weather permits)
- 2:30 - 4:00 PM: Puzzle Battle, Lectures, Bullet Games, Guest Lecturers
- 4:00 - 4:30 PM: Check-out / Free Play
Session Rates:
- Single week: $619
- Single day: $130
Approximate Session Groupings:
- U1000 USCF
- 1000-1499 USCF
- 1500 + USCF
- Or based off registrations
Academy Location:
- The Marshall Chess Club - 23 W Tenth St, New York, NY 10011
Camp Dates (2024-2025):
- Friday, November 1 - Special Guest: GM Andrew Tang!
- Tuesday, November 5
- Monday, November 11
- Monday, December 23
- Thursday, December 26
- Friday, December 27
- Monday, December 30
- Tuesday, December 31
A list of our lunch options can be found here
Session Safety:
- We will cap player registration each week (first-come first-served).
- Parents will be required to check in and drop-off at the main entrance. Only attendees and staff will have access to the camp facilities.
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