Chess For Kids
Mississauga Chess Club offers a friendly environment for kids and youth to play each other. Juniors with a CFC rating over 1000 can join our Wednesday club.
We play regular 6-week CFC rated tournaments alongside fun chess days.
NEW! This year, we are offering members FREE lessons before and after the weekly tournament games, starting from 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM - 8:30 PM.
Family membership is available, check here for details.
FAQ
Q: Is my kid ready for the chess club?
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A: We receive many inquiries asking this question. To answer this question, ask your child if they know how the chess pieces move.
If the answer is YES, we hope to see you next Monday at 6:45pm!
If the answer is NO, your child is not ready for the chess club. We recommend you sit with your child and visit one of many websites that will teach the basics. We recommend this site: chesskid.com. Listen to the 13-minute intro video. Read the accompanying text explaining the rules. Then click on ‘Play Computer’. Don’t worry about beating the computer, the object is to practice moving the pieces. The computer will only allow legal moves. Once you get comfortable moving the pieces correctly, you are ready to join our club and play other kids at their skill level. Children learn mostly by playing. We do offer some lessons to help you along. You will receive a chess rating so you can track your progress.
Q: What happens at the club?
- A: At the kids club on Mondays and Fridays, kids will play a few games each night. Most games are ‘fun games’ which will not be rated and can be played with anyone. At around 7:30, the kids will be paired to play a ’tournament game’ which will count towards their rating. There are two short lessons (30 mins) before and after the games, running from 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM & 8:00 PM - 8:30 PM.
Q: What are the benefits of playing chess?
- Build Problem Solving
- Improve Critical Thinking
- Learn Goal setting
- Realize importance of planning
- Exercise and develop both sides of the brain
- Build self-confidence
- Increase concentration and memorization abilities
- Spark creativity
- And more!
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Q: Is there any homework?
- A: No, not really.
If kids enjoy chess, they can play online too!
Other Questions
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