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Beginner chess classes for kids
ChessWize beginner classes take a child who knows little or nothing about chess to playing a complete, legal game with confidence, through a structured live program with a FIDE-rated coach.
Who it is for
Complete and near-complete beginners of any age between 5 and 15.
Every ChessWize program is taught by a named FIDE-rated coach, with the same coach every session, a weekly WhatsApp parent report, and a 100% refund on unused sessions. It starts with a complimentary 30-minute demo and level check.
What your child works on
- ✓ Board setup, piece movement, and the special rules like castling and en passant
- ✓ Spotting checkmate in one and two moves
- ✓ Basic opening principles so the first ten moves are not random
- ✓ Simple tactics: forks and pins they can use straight away
- ✓ Their first full games, guided and reviewed by the coach
Common questions
My child knows nothing about chess. Is that a problem?
Not at all. Beginner classes assume zero knowledge and start from how the pieces move, so a complete beginner is exactly who this is for.
How long until my child can play a full game?
Most beginners play a complete legal game within the first few weeks. The structured curriculum then builds tactics and planning on top.
Group or one-on-one for a beginner?
Both work. Many beginners enjoy a small group; a child who needs extra patience may prefer one-on-one. The complimentary demo helps decide.
Start with a complimentary demo
A FIDE-rated coach runs a complimentary 30-minute level check, then recommends the right plan for your child. No payment details needed to start.