Events
We run community events, workshops and courses. Whatever you’re looking for we’ve got your chess needs covered.
Courses
Designed for players who want to explore chess at a deeper level.
Inquire for a custom quote.
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Level 1: Beginner (Weeks 1–4)
Objective: Learn the rules, piece movements, and basic strategies.
Week 1: Introduction to Chess
History and origins of chess
Chessboard setup & coordinates (ranks/files)
Names and values of pieces
Week 2: Piece Movement
How each piece moves (pawn, rook, bishop, queen, knight, king)
Special moves: castling, en passant, promotion
Week 3: Opening the Game
Basic opening principles (control centre, develop pieces, king safety)
Common opening mistakes to avoid
Week 4: Check, Checkmate & Stalemate
Check vs. checkmate
Stalemate and draws
Simple checkmates (e.g., king + queen vs king)
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Level 2: Intermediate (Weeks 5–8)
Objective: Build on tactical awareness and pattern recognition.
Week 5: Tactics I
Pins, forks, skewers
Double attack, discovered attack
Introduction to tactics puzzles
Week 6: Endgames I
Opposition and basic king + pawn endgames
Checkmating with king + rook vs king
Pawn promotion techniques
Week 7: Opening Theory
Explore a few common openings:
e4 (King’s Pawn Game)
d4 (Queen’s Pawn Game)
Sicilian Defense, Italian Game
Understanding opening traps
Week 8: Tactics II + Tournament Simulation
Mixed tactical puzzles
Practice games with feedback
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Level 3: Advanced (Optional Weeks 9–12)
Objective: Deepen strategic play and prepare for rated or club tournaments.
Week 9: Positional Strategy
Outposts, weak squares, open files
Space, tempo, pawn structure
Week 10: Endgames II
Lucena and Philidor positions
Rook and pawn endgames
Minor piece endgames
Week 11: Middlegame Planning
Forming a plan
Attacking vs. defending
Using imbalances to your advantage
Week 12: Game Analysis & Review
Analysing famous games
Reviewing student games
Next steps: joining clubs, tournaments, online play
Single events
Full chess club experience!
Inquire for a custom quote.
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This is the space to play multiple games with all sorts of players
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If you are interested, we will propose some chess prompts so you can explore your games from a different angle
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We will introduce you to Vera Menchik, Sonja Graf, Ju Wenjun, Xie Jun, Zhu Chen, Jennifer Shahade, Judit and Susan Polgar, Baraka Shabazz, Jessica Hyatt, Zhao Xue, Hou Yisaf, Antoaneta Stefanova, Martha Fierro, Linda Nangwale, Koneru Humpy, Phiona Mutesi, Diana Lanni, Rochelle Ballantyne, Isabelle Choko, Lyudmila Rudenko, Olga Rubtsova, Nona Gaprindashvili, Maia Chiburdanidze and many other great players!
Our special tailored chess events are where creativity, connection, and fun take centre stage. Open to all skill levels, these one-off or seasonal gatherings are a chance to experience chess in new and unexpected ways — with a big focus on joy, inclusion, and community.
What to expect:
Themed game nights – from queer chess socials to chill café-style play
Creative formats – team games, speed rounds, outdoor chess, or accessible adaptations
Talks, workshops & guest hosts – exploring chess, identity, and community through new lenses
Music, snacks & good vibes – because chess doesn't have to be quiet or serious
Our special tailored chess events are where creativity, connection, and fun take centre stage. Open to all skill levels, these one-off or seasonal gatherings are a chance to experience chess in new and unexpected ways — with a big focus on joy, inclusion, and community.
What to expect:
Themed game nights – from chess socials to chill café-style play
Creative formats – team games, speed rounds, outdoor chess, or accessible adaptations
Talks, workshops & guest hosts – exploring chess, identity, and community through new lenses
Music, snacks & good vibes – because chess doesn't have to be quiet or serious
Ajedrez para todxs
We are excited about organising Chess Clubs using the Spanish language, as many of us come from Spanish-speaking territories. There are many fascinating stories from our chess heritage that we would love to share.
Get in touch for further information.