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Learn the Game of Kings! The objective of these classes is to address topics such as: how strong players think, elements of strategy, planning, risk management, and decision making. Examples will be taken from Step Workbooks as well as master games. These classes addresses common issues faced by improving players with specific planning framework and pragmatic tactical solutions.
Duration: 1 hour
This class is for adults who don’t know how to play at all, or have a very limited knowledge of how to play. Learn basic chess terms, including board coordinates and algebraic notation; how to move the pieces; how to checkmate; all essential rules of play, including en passant. We’ll cover very basic opening principles, including fighting for the center, development, and castling. You’ll also be exposed to the three phases of chess – opening, middlegame, and endgame. There will be time for social play with opportunities to chat and enjoy your new skills.
Duration: 1 hour
You’ve got the basics but what comes next? Using the Step 2 Workbook, we will learn more advanced strategies such as attacking techniques (including great tricks like pins and discovered attacks), more advanced checkmates, and how to defend against checkmate. There will be time for social play with opportunities to chat and enjoy your strengthening skills.
Students are encouraged to join SJIC’s FREE Adult Chess Club every Wednesday night from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm for additional relaxed casual games.
Duration: 1.5 hour
Get tournament ready! Learn advanced strategies for openings, middle & endgame. Taught by FIDE Master Dov Gorman. Adult students are encouraged to play in South Jersey Chess Club open tournaments held on Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons.
Duration: 2 hour
This class taught by International Master Nikoloz Managadze is for serious tournament players. Students work towards becoming a Chess Master. Examples are appropriate to expert and master level. Students dive deep into middlegame strategy, identifying plans, and developing deep calculation abilities. Class will cover theoretical and strategic endgame play, including examples from grandmaster games.
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