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Providing Top Tier Chess Programs To Schools & Students

At Learn | Play | Chess, students of all ages learn from elite instructors through engaging lessons, competitive play, and real-world strategy.

Attention Schools!

We offer engaging after-school chess programs for schools led by experienced, professional instructors. If you’re looking to provide students with high-quality chess education from beginner to advanced levels, we’d love to partner with your school.

Expert Instruction

Students learn from experienced chess coaches who guide them from beginner fundamentals to advanced strategies.

Chess Programs for Every Grade

We tailor our chess instruction by grade level so students build skills step by step in a supportive learning environment.

Structured Chess Classes

Students stay engaged in a supervised, educational environment that promotes focus, discipline, and positive social interaction after the school day ends.

Building Bright Minds, One Move at a Time

Chess is more than just a game. It’s a way to build focus, confidence, and smart decision-making skills that last far beyond the board.

At Learn | Play | Chess, we create a supportive and engaging environment where students of all ages can learn the game, sharpen their strategy, and grow at their own pace. Our experienced instructors guide each student through hands-on lessons, real gameplay, and thoughtful challenges that make learning both fun and meaningful.

Whether you’re picking up chess for the first time or working toward competitive play, we’re here to help you learn, improve, and enjoy every move along the way.

Gain Valuable Experience

Tri-State Chess Tournaments

Our Tri-State Chess Tournaments give students the opportunity to compete, learn, and grow in a variety of exciting and well-known locations across New York City. From outdoor matches in Bryant Park to structured competitions at respected schools and academies, these tournaments offer players of all levels a supportive and engaging competitive experience.

Tournament Benefits

Grades K–12

After School Chess Programs

Our After-School Chess Program offers students in grades K–12 a fun, structured way to learn chess while building focus, confidence, and problem-solving skills. Held on Thursdays during the fall and spring semesters at the OLAM Enrichment Center in Brooklyn, the program supports beginners and advancing players through guided instruction and hands-on play.

Program Benefits

Our Coaches

Our coaches are experienced chess professionals who are passionate about teaching and inspiring young players. They focus on more than just winning games — helping students build confidence, sharpen critical thinking skills, and enjoy the learning process. With a supportive and encouraging approach, our coaches guide each student at their own pace while fostering a true love for chess.

Fedor Khrapatin

GM Tamaz Gelashvili

Jinxuan Cai

Seaon Moore

Our Students

What makes us proud as teachers is watching our students develop confidence, focus, and a genuine love for chess. Every class and tournament is a chance to learn something new, try again, and celebrate progress.