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Mr. Alston's Chess Class - Novice and Intermediate, Grades K-6
Information about Mr.s Alston's novice and intermediate chess class.
 
 

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For brand new players and novice players – If your child has only played for one year, he/she will enjoy this class. They will learn tactics and strategies as well as proper chess etiquette and decorum. The morning begins with group instruction and then students play each other. 

For the more advanced player -  This class will focus on learning strategy, tactics and advanced theory.  Sharpen your skills, create and exploit weaknesses and imbalances, understand the main idea in preferred openings, and much more. Students may keep a journal of their games and be given puzzles to solve at home. Tournament play will be emphasized. The class will also be taught fun alternative chess games such as Bughouse and Speed Chess.

All classes are taught by Norman Alston.

Class dates: Dec 5 - June 4

Time: Mondays, 8 - 8:55 am

Location: Wilder Commons

Cost: $240 for 19 classes

Class size: Min 30 students / Max 50 students

 

REFUND POLICY

Refunds are based on when cancellations are received. Cancellations received:

  • Two weeks or more prior to class start date - a full refund minus a 3.8% processing fee. 
  • Within two weeks of class start date and through the first week of class – if we can fill the spot, a prorated refund based on the number of classes attended during the first week. 
  • After the first week of class – no refunds for the session

There are no refunds for missed classes. Snow days will be made up, if possible.