Group Class Program
Our 1-hour classes keep kids engaged with guided chess instruction and fun worksheets, followed by supervised peer play. Our curriculum supports beginners and experienced players through a level-based promotion system—so every child improves and gains confidence.
Ranks & Class Times
Unsure which level is the best fit for your student? Sign them up to any level during your free 10-day trial, attend any of your listed class times, and our instructors will help determine if they’re in the right place!
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![the intro class logo for beginners at chess]()
New to Chess
-No prior experience with chess
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![Pawn Beginner Level]()
USCF Unrated-199
-Has no prior formal chess class experience
-Must understand check, checkmate, and how to castle -
![knight level logo for intermediate chess level kids]()
USCF 200-399
-Has prior competitive chess experience
-Received formal lessons for three or more months -
![bishop level logo for intermediate chess level kids]()
USCF 400-599
-Has competitive chess experience of twelve months
-Received formal chess lessons for more than twelve months -
![rook level logo for advanced chess level kids]()
USCF 600-899
-Has competitive chess experience of more than two or three years
-Received formal chess lessons for more than two or three years -
![queen level logo for advanced chess level kids]()
USCF 900-1199
-Has competitive chess experience of four or more years
-Received formal chess lessons for four or more four years -
![king level logo for experienced players]()
USCF 1200-1599
-Has competitive chess experience of five or more years
-Received formal chess lessons for five or more years
Program Information
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Trial Period
During your 10-day trial of the Group Class Program, you can attend one in-person class each week and one play night. Other features remain restricted until payment is made after the trial. You can request to skip the trial for quicker access to all features. After the trial, your selected plan activates, charges apply, and no refunds or extensions are available for unused services. Online classes are not offered during the trial period.
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Billing Details
Your payment renews monthly on your original payment date. There are no fees to sign up, cancel, pause, or switch plans. Get $25 off per month with sibling registration by selecting the sibling add-on at checkout. Use our form to manage your plan. Manage Plan
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Open Play
Open Play is a weekly event where players gather to play chess and practice. It is open to anyone with a Play Plan or a Standard or Premier membership. We provide all the necessary equipment!
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Referral Program
Current Group Class members may earn a referral bonus when a new customer they refer enrolls online in a qualifying group class plan and stays active beyond any trial period. Eligible referrals may receive a $50 subscription credit at our discretion. Self-referrals, duplicate accounts, and household members may be excluded. Bonuses are not guaranteed and may change or end at any time.
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Child Safety & Supervision
Staff supervise students during scheduled class times and ensure orderly dismissal. Students under 10 must be signed in and out by a parent or legal guardian. Students 10 and older may check themselves in and out only with parental permission. Texas Chess Center is not responsible for supervision before check-in or after class ends; parents and guardians are responsible for their child's safety outside scheduled class hours, including time on or near the property.s here