This beginner chess program is thoughtfully designed to instill a love for the game while building a strong understanding of foundational strategies. Kids learn piece movements, tactical basics, defense mechanisms, and common checkmate patterns through engaging live sessions, puzzles, and mini-games. The course also introduces standard notations and prepares students to compete in friendly games.

Key Benefits:

Develops logical and strategic thinking
Enhances memory, patience, and foresight
Builds early decision-making and planning skills
Prepares students for intermediate tactics and tournament play
Engaging puzzles and mini challenges to reinforce learning

What You’ll Learn:

Module I: Chess Foundations

Introduction to Chess & Board Setup
Piece Identification: Pawn, Rook, Bishop, Knight, Queen, King
Initial Position & Notations
Value of Pieces

Module II: Basic Tactics & Captures

How to Capture Effectively
Capturing Specific Pieces: Knight, Bishop, Rook, Queen
Choosing the Best Piece to Capture

Module III: Introduction to Attack & Defense

Basic Attacking Techniques
Defense Tactics: Move Away, Support, Capture, Interpose

Module IV: Checks and Checkmates

What is Check & Checkmate
Mate in One
Castling
Discovered Check & Double Check

Module V: Advanced Endgame Concepts

Draws: Stalemate, Perpetual Check
Mate in Two
Endgame Patterns:
- Mate with Queen + Rook
- Mate with Rook + Rook
- Mate with Queen + King