CHESS ANYONE?

Bryant Chess Club is a parent-run club open to all students (K-5th) of all skill levels to meet, play, and learn more about chess.

Chess club is organized by Bryant parents and taught by hired coaches in the community. Players are placed in groups based on general skill and grade level. Emphasis is placed on sportsmanship, learning to play a good game of chess, making new friends, and having fun. In addition to attending chess club, players are encouraged to attend scholastic chess tournaments.

2023-24 DATES / TIMES:
• This year chess club will meet on Thursdays 2:30 – 3:45 (26 classes): October 5,12,19, 26; November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; December 7, 14; January 4, 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8, 15, 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 18, 25; May 2
• There is a $480 fee for the 26-class session ($18.50/class). This fee pays for coaches and scholarships. The parents who organize the chess club volunteer their time.

REGISTRATION:
• Please register and provide payment through the Seattle After-School Enrichment (ASE) website: https://www.seattlease.org/classes/bryant-2023-24-fall-chess-club/. There will be flexibility for advanced players to move up. Please send requests for scholarships directly to the Bryant Chess Club at BryantElementaryChessClub@gmail.com.
• The registration deadline is 10/2

WHAT TO EXPECT:
• Coaches will lead a combination of instructional, interactive, and play-based learning experiences. Knowledge of moves recommended. Improve your problem-solving skills, train your memory, think, and plan ahead. Learn chess tactics, solve chess puzzles, play competitive and just-for-fun games! Workbooks and other teaching materials are provided, just come ready to learn!
Questions? Contact the Chess Club at BryantElementaryChessClub@gmail.com