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Chess

One move deeper.

Students learn to calculate tactics and analyze complex positions through competitive play, whatever their starting level.

Partner with Pantheon

SessionsTwo 75-minute sessions of tactical study a week
FeedbackPersonal analysis of every competitive game
FormatsSummer Grandmaster Intensive or Academic Year League

Why chess

The ultimate game of logic. Every game is a series of calculations and branching decisions.

Strategic foresight
Anticipating consequences and thinking many moves ahead.
Mental toughness
Resilience, focus and patience under pressure.
Academic edge
Stronger math and science through pattern recognition.
Structured thought
Chess mirrors computer science: branching decision trees.

A casual player knows the moves. Experts teach the theory.

Two formats

4-9 weeksSummer Grandmaster IntensiveIntensive tactical study before the school year.
10 monthsAcademic Year LeagueWeekly sessions and tournaments through the school year.

What we offer

Meetings
Two 75-minute sessions of intensive tactical study each week.
Direct feedback
Personalized analysis of every competitive game played.
Portal resources
Game databases and opening libraries, any time.
Tournaments
Tournaments, travel arrangements and club management handled.

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