Why Chess? Chess has been played and enjoyed by people around the world for almost two thousand years.We bring chess to Chinese Culture Club because we believe it directly contributesto academic performance. Not only does chess engage students of all learning styles and strengths, but it also promotes problem‐solving and critical thinking skills. Studies show that children who learn chess show rapid improvements in:

• mathematics,
• reading,
• spatial awareness,
• visualization,
• focus,
• social skills and much more.

What We Do – Whether playing for fun or competition, brand‐new to the game or experienced,the URI Chinese Culture Club is a great place to learn and have a great time! We offer:

1. Instruction for new players –Don’t know how to play chess? Come to the club and learn the game.
2. Recreational play – Providing a fun environment for kids to come and play chess with each other.
3. Instruction for experienced players – For the player ready to advance, begin studying tactics and strategies.
4. Club competition –Have mini‐tournaments and competitions to stimulate interest.
5. Tournament competition – Competing with other clubs and schools or participating in local tournaments offers a new level of excitement and also provides incentive for advanced instruction.

Coaches – Christopher Gu and Julius Sun. Both Christopher and Julius are students from South Kingstown High School and are talented youth chess players. At age 12, Christopher became the youngest chessmaster and state champion in Rhode Island! Christopher captured the Rhode Island Chess Champion title again in 2013. Christopher has been a member of the All‐American Chess Team since 2011.

When: 7:15pm at URI Multicultural Center, Second Floor Conference Room

Dates: Saturdays, June 7, 2014 – June 28, 2014

Rate: $35 for all four sessions, or $10 per class.

Join varsity tennis players, Derick and Jason Yang from South Kingstown High School Boys’ Tennis Team (which is a 14 time RI state champion) to help your kids jump-start the game of tennis. Players will learn basic skills such as rallying and scoring. Kids will find a sport for life, learn about teamwork, and make great new friends!

Time: To be arranged

Rate: $35 for all four sessions, or $10 per class.