The Best Children's Chess Program in the Chicago Area

Thinking about adding chess classes to your school's enrichment program?
We hope you will consider CHESS-ED, the only company in the Chicago area with U.S. Chess Federation certification.

At CHESS-ED, we do more than teach the game of chess. We help children build skills that lead to academic success. Classes are structured, well-managed, and designed to build a child's confidence, as well as a love for the game that will last a lifetime. They are available to children in grades K-8 as a before school, lunchtime or after school program. Skill levels can range from beginners to children who regularly compete in tournaments. Learn more ...

TRICKS AND TRAPS IN THE OPENING
Learn how to use them and defend against them!
Workshop with Grandmaster Varuzhan Akobian
and Super Trainer Shiva Maharaj
Saturday May 26, 2012  9am-NOON

National-Louis University 5202 Old Orchard Road Stokie, IL 60077 4th Floor Register now at : www.eventbrite.com/org/23735997

Come and improve your game! This workshop is ideal for ALL players. Whether your new to opening traps or want a greater understanding of how they can help you win, this workshop is not to miss! Learn tricks that will better prepare you for each game and what to do when you are on the receiving end of them.

And learn from the best: Grandmaster Varuzhan Akobian, current American Open Champion and coach to the 2010 U S Olympiad Chess Team, will be flying in from Los Angeles, California to conduct this half day workshop. Akobian will be joined by Super Trainer Shiva Maharaj, recommended both by GM Akobian and GM Victor Mikhalevski, Israel’s Bronze Medalist at the 2010 Chess Olympiad. Numerous students of Shiva are Warren Chess Scholars.

Together, these outstanding players will take you through tricks and traps that work for them and make for greater success on the chess board. Chess sets and a light snack will be provided.  Please bring your chess clock if you have one.

When: Saturday, May 26, 2012 – 9am to Noon
Where:National-Louis University 5202 Old Orchard Road – 4th Floor Skokie, IL
Fees:

$55 – Early Registration – Now through 5/19/2012
$60 – Final Registration – 5/20 through 5/25/2012 by 5pm
$70 – At the door

Register Online at: www.eventbrite.com/org/23735997

Questions? Call Alice at 847.775.9906 or email Alice now

(Due to additional costs for last minute materials and administration, registration "at the door" will be $70 per student, if space is available. Save money and assure your child's place by registering as soon as you can!)

PLAN AHEAD!!! KUMBAYA 5-DAY SUMMER CHESS CAMP
JUNE 18 - JUNE 22, 2012
Edgebrook Lutheran Church
5252 West Devon Avenue
Chicago, IL 60646

Have fun learning and improving your game of chess with SuperTrainer Shiva Maharaj, USCF Certified Chess Coach. Improve your skill level with expert instruction, puzzling, analysis of famous games, and tournament-like play.

Camp runs for five days. Choose full days, half days, or 2-hour morning or afternoon sessions. All materials, snacks, and remembrances are covered in the fee. Full day students should bring a packed lunch.

REGISTER NOW to reserve a place in this exciting summer program. For SAVINGS, register by May 1, 2012. The earlier you register, the more you save! 

Register at http://6THKumbayaChessCamp.Eventbee.com or click here to register by mail.

Have questions about CHESS-ED? Drop us an email at info@chess-ed.com or call the number below:

847-775-9906