Coming to the San Francisco Bay Area this Fall!

Chess for Kids as Young as Three!

Chess at Three uses engaging stories, physical “Chessercises” that get kids up and moving, hands-on gameplay, structured chess puzzles, and chess mini-games to get kids learning and loving chess in no time.

We offer in-home private, in-home group, and in-school lessons throughout the region, introducing a new generation of kids to the game of chess, starting at age three.

In the month of November, we are offering FREE TRIALS to families. Register below!
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We also partner with schools, libraries and community centers!

We don't just work with families directly, we also provide quality school programming that teaches tricky subjects to children through fun and engaging stories. Engage your community and contact us for a free demo today!

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What the parents and pros are saying…

“I’m a two-time US women’s chess champion, but I’m also the mom of a four-year-old boy who loves chess and he likes the [Chess at Three] classes a lot too, which really surprised me.

I highly recommend it...”

Jennifer Shahade
US Chess Champion and Woman Grandmaster

“Chess at Three has our two children playing and loving chess! We're proud to have it in our home, and think every child should be learning Chess at Three.”

Hugh Jackman
Actor and Parent

“I’m a two-time US women’s chess champion, but I’m also the mom of a four-year-old boy who loves chess and he likes the [Chess at Three] classes a lot too, which really surprised me.

I highly recommend it...”

Jennifer Shahade
US Chess Champion and Woman Grandmaster

“Chess is such an important game for kids to learn. If you are interested in getting your tots involved check out Chess at Three.”

David Burtka
Actor and Parent

“I really like the curriculum! Teaching kids to recognize patterns, understand action and consequence as early as age three is valuable training whether they go on to play chess or not. I started at age 6, but if I'd had the opportunity, I would have started younger. It should be available to children everywhere.”

Wesley So
Former U.S. Chess Champion

Chess

Fun Games, Engaging Stories!

Our original chess curriculum is based on years of rigorous testing in homes and schools around the world, and uses captivating stories to convey core chess concepts so that even three-year olds can understand and recall them with ease.
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BEGINNER

Ages 3-4, 5-5 and 7+

For players brand-new to chess. Meet the colorful characters who represent the chess pieces and learn why each one moves a certain way. Beginners learn to play full games and become eligible to play in Chess at Three tournaments.

Milestones:

- Piece Movement Rules

- Capturing

- Check

- Game Planning

- Basic Opening Strategy

INTERMEDIATE

Ages 5-6 and 7+

For players who know the piece movement rules or graduates of our Beginner level. Students go beyond the basics to learn valuable tactics and strategies through fun stories.

Milestones:

- Point Values

- Pawn Structure

- Attacking vs Defending

- Piece Mobility

- Middlegame Tactics

MINI-MASTER

Ages 5-6 and 7+

For players who already play full games. Students explore check and checkmate in-depth, record games with algebraic notation, and learn to analyze games.

Milestones:

- Algebraic Notation

- Checkmate Patterns

- En Passant

- Board Analysis

ADVANCED

Ages 8+

For graduates of previous levels (or equivalent experience). This course uses a mix of stories and higher-level analytics to explore the intricacies of competitive chess.

Milestones:

- Memorizing Openings

- Memorizing Defenses

- Checkmate Puzzles

- Grandmaster Game Analysis

- Competitive Play

Benefits of Teaching Kids Chess

Through chess, children gain not only a deep understanding of the game but also valuable life skills that contribute to their personal and intellectual development.
Strengthen Academic Performance
Sharpens Critical Thinking
Hones Verbal Skills
Improves Test Scores
Boosts Emotional Intelligence
Instills Self-Confidence
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What the pros are saying...

“I’m a two-time US women’s chess champion, but I’m also the mom of a four-year-old boy who loves chess and he likes the [Chess at Three] classes a lot too, which really surprised me.

I highly recommend it...”

Jennifer Shahade
US Chess Champion and Woman Grandmaster

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