Why Chess?

Chess has been played and enjoyed by people around the world for almost two thousand years. Summer is a great time to enroll your children in this state-wide chess program. We believe learning and playing chess directly contributes to academic performance. Studies show that children who learn chess show rapid improvements in:

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

Not only does chess engage students of all learning styles and strengths, but it also promotes problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

How does it work?

Whether playing for fun or competition, brand-new to the game or experienced, this summer chess program caters to all children of different abilities and offers:

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 schools or participating in local tournaments offers a new level of excitement and also provides incentive for advanced instruction.

About the Coach: Christopher Gu

Christopher Gu is a talented youth chess player. At age 12, he became the youngest National Chess Master and state champion in Rhode Island history! He is currently ranked #4 in the U.S. in his age group and has been a member of the All-American Chess Team every year since 2011. Christopher competed in various national and international chess tournaments since he was a young child. His biggest chess accomplishment to date was winning the 2014 National Denker High School Chess Championship in Orlando, Florida.

Contact:

Christopher Gu
Phone/text message: 401-782-2536
Email: richessboy@gmail.com