CHESS BOOTCAMP in London

Waterloo Chess Academy presents Chess Bootcamp, offering a hands-on experience this winter to teach students the fundamentals of chess through engaging lessons with a professional chess coach!

In this program, students (ages 6 to 16) will:

• Master how to move pieces
• Learn the value of each piece
• Discover the golden moves of chess
• Understand essential tactical motifs
• Dive into basic openings
• Write chess moves and read chess books
• Use a chess clock
• Participate in your first tournament

By the end of this Chess 101 experience, you'll be ready to play with confidence. Upon successfully finishing the tournament, every participant will receive a medal to celebrate their achievement!

Why is chess important for kids?
Chess is not just a game; it's a powerful educational tool. Learning chess helps kids:

• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Improve concentration and focus
• Enhance memory and creativity
• Foster patience and discipline
• Build confidence in decision-making

These lifelong skills can benefit children both academically and socially, making chess an enriching activity for young minds.

Price: $580.
Price includes: taxes, learning materials, and homework assignments. Note( ask us for a $100 sibling discount)

Where: The StarTech.com Community Centre, YMCA, and Library, 501 Southdale Road West, Multi-Purpose Room.

Dates:

• December 1, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• December 8, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• December 15, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• January 5, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• January 12, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• January 19, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• January 26, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• February 2, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• February 9, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• February 16, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• February 23, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm
• March 2, Sunday, 3pm to 4:30pm

Host or Publisher Waterloo Chess Academy