Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children's motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity.
Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.
Program goals and objective:
1. Teach students the rules of chess.
2. Encourage critical thinking through chess puzzles and tests.
3. Encourage good sportsmanship with low stakes matches between students.
09/10/2025, 09/17/2025, 10/01/2025, 10/08/2025, 10/15/2025, 10/22/2025, 11/05/2025, 11/12/2025, 11/19/2025, 12/03/2025
Participants must currently be in grades kindergarten to 5.
Minimum: 8
Maximum: 16
Registration starts on 08/01/2025 and ends on 09/08/2025.
Please contact Apollo After School if you have any questions.