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.

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Dallas Division
Plano • Frisco • Irving
Houston Division Bellaire
Basic $118/month Includes a 10-day trial for new members.
  • Single class per week
  • 30% off Scholastic Tournaments
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Standard Best Value
$158/month Includes a 10-day trial for new members.
  • Unlimited weekly classes
  • Single open play per week
  • Attend at any location
  • 30% off Scholastic Tournaments
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Premier $218/month Includes a 10-day trial for new members.
  • Unlimited weekly classes
  • Unlimited open play
  • 30% off Scholastic Tournaments
  • Attend at any location
  • Competitive Pass Included
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Basic $100/month Includes a 10-day trial for new members.
  • Single class per week
  • 30% off Scholastic Tournaments
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Standard Best Value
$150/month Includes a 10-day trial for new members.
  • Multiple classes per week
  • Single Open Play per week
  • 30% off Scholastic Tournaments
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Premier $210/month Includes a 10-day trial for new members.
  • Multiple classes per week
  • Multiple Open Plays per week
  • 30% off Scholastic Tournaments
  • Free entry to any Weekly Swiss
  • Free book rentals
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Ranks & Class Times

If you still aren’t sure what class your child fits in or are looking to move up a rank, you can contact us and come in for an assessment!

  • the intro class logo for beginners at chess

    New to Chess

    Our INTRO class enables students to learn the basic rules of chess including piece movements, check, and checkmate. Upon completing our INTRO class, they are promoted to Pawn Rank

  • Pawn Beginner Level

    USCF Unrated-199

    Students must understand the concepts of pieces, checkmate, and castling to join the pawn level. They will also learn basic tactics such as pins and forks.

  • knight level logo for intermediate chess level kids

    USCF 200-399

    The Knight Rank is designated for students with prior competitive chess experience and/or those who have undergone formal lessons for more than 3 months.

  • bishop level logo for intermediate chess level kids

    USCF 400-599

    The Bishop Rank is for students who have had about 12 months of competitive chess experience and/or have been taking formal lessons for more than 12 months.

  • rook level logo for advanced chess level kids

    USCF 600-899

    Students at the Rook Rank should have had 2-3 years of formal chess lessons and tournament experience. They should be able to name and play over a dozen basic tactics and openings.

  • queen level logo for advanced chess level kids

    USCF 900-1199

    The Queen Rank is designated for students who have undergone extensive chess training and gained tournament experience commensurate with their age.

  • king level logo for experienced players

    USCF 1200-1599

    King is intended for students aspiring to achieve chess mastery. The class, taught by National Master Christopher Toolin and Chess Expert David Gaston.

DFW & Houston Class Times

Program Information

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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!

  • Referral Program

    If you refer new members to our program and they enroll in any of our group class plans online, you may be eligible for a $50 check or credit toward your account. This referral bonus is exclusively available to current group class program members.