Elevate Your Game with Personalized Chess Lessons
We are dedicated to fostering a deep appreciation and understanding of chess, delivering tailored instruction that empowers players of all levels to improve their skills and strategic thinking.
Elevate Your Chess Skills with Expert Guidance
Meet the dedicated instructors who bring passion and expertise to every lesson.

Chris Goldthorpe
Senior Chess Coach
In professional coaching with over 30 years of competitive play and coaching experience.

Six national grade-level champions and a Pan Am U10 1st place, so far.

Youth Lessons
Youth Program Coordinator
Youth chess programs focus on nurturing beginners and developing talent. Schools can get involved with intramural competition and bring team trophies to their school and parents of intelligent kids to their campus!

Tournaments and books and equipment available.
Inspiring Journeys from Our Chess Students
Discover our tailored approach to chess instruction, guiding you step-by-step from fundamentals to advanced strategies for lasting improvement. Opening preparation and structured Endgame knowledge are essential.

We know how beginners learn
Not every student is obsessed with chess alone. Learning is tailored to the student’s motivational level and time capacity. We are realistic and candid about what results can be expected with various levels of effort and dedication.

Elevating Chess Skills with Expert Guidance
Many intelligent, educated adults plateau at a particular level. We know what is blocking progress. You can vastly accelerate your learning curve and increase your rating.
