Chess

Please Note: NEST+m will have a competitive team on Wednesdays not administered by After3. Please contact the school directly for details.  

Chess Club:
with Chess Focus/ FM Jovan Miletic
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

Chess Club: Beginners This class is open to everyone who is new to chess and wants to learn the basics in a fun and friendly environment. Students will learn how all the pieces move and how to checkmate. They will be introduced to opening principles and various phases of play. Students will also be taught chess notation and use of the clock. Recommended range is unrated to USCF rating <500. Students will be grouped based on ability.

Chess Club: Intermediate/Advanced

This class is open to intermediate and advanced chess players. Students will be grouped based on their level. Players will gain a deeper understanding of openings, and get an introduction to middle and end games. Additionally, players will focus on tactics and puzzle solving, and play tournament style games.

Chess Club: Open Levels

This class is open to Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced chess players. Students will be grouped based on their level. Players will gain a deeper understanding of openings, and get an introduction to middle and end games. Additionally, players will focus on tactics and puzzle solving, and play tournament style games.