Chess

Ratings from 400 – 1000

This class is a special course, a Chess Fast Track program based on the award-winning Chess Steps program and complemented by ChessKid.com.

The objective of the Class is to prepare the aspiring chess player to apply a methodical decision-making methodology and advanced practical concepts in tournament play.

The course focuses on applying important chess and objective decision-making approach which allows the player to optimize tactical skills and strategic play. The class is 60 minutes of lessons, followed by a 30 minutes of practice time per week. The first part is a lesson on theoretical concepts as well as practical play. The second part is devoted to practice and rated games, training exercises with analysis from the master. Practice time will be for 30 minutes directly following the 60 minute class.

The cost of the class includes the following:
– US Chess Federation Annual membership ($17 value)
– South Jersey Chess Club annual junior membership ($40 value)
– Gold membership to ChessKid.com ($49 value)
– Chess Step Workbooks ($8 each)

Wednesdays, 7:00pm

Rated and Casual Play.

All levels. New members welcome.

The Innovation Center and South Jersey Chess Club host official monthly chess tournaments (“Chess Opens”) that attract the wider chess community. As well, the Innovation Center hosts many chess events throughout the year including Guest Lecturers, and Grandmaster Simuls.

Rapid Rated Tournaments are held weekly for players of all levels. We have players rated from 1400-2300 and depending on attendance we might split up tournaments into rating groups. Each tournament has a nominal entry fee and prizes are awarded at various levels.

Simultaneously, casual players meet up to play informal games at all levels.