Minds in Motion: Kids' Fall Chess Workshop & Mini Tournament

Schedule

Sat Nov 08 2025 at 02:00 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

L. William Seidman Center (SCB) | Grand Rapids, MI

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Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon of chess battles and brain power at Minds in Motion: Kids' Fall Chess Workshop & Mini Tournament!
About this Event

Local Workshop Uses Chess to Build Kids’ Confidence, Focus, and Emotional Skills


The Cognificent Kids Network partnered with GRiT (Grandmasters in Training) invites families across West Michigan to the Minds in Motion Fall Chess Workshop & Mini Tournament, a unique event that blends chess strategy, mental wellness, and social-emotional learning for kids ages 8–14.

The event will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM at Grand Valley State University’s L. William Seidman Center in downtown Grand Rapids.

Led by Coach Wilson, a Certified Chess Coach, and Takara Taylor, MA, MLP, a licensed mental health therapist and founder of Cognificent Kids Network, this hands-on workshop helps students strengthen focus, patience, and emotional regulation through the art of chess.


“Chess teaches kids how to think before they move—on the board and in life,” says Taylor. “When we combine chess with emotional learning, kids not only improve their strategy skills but also their self-control, confidence, and resilience.”

The workshop concludes with a mini-tournament, allowing young players to apply new strategies in a fun, supportive environment. Students of all skill levels are welcome—from beginners learning the basics to experienced players eager to sharpen their tactics.


Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: L. William Seidman Center, 50 Front Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
💲 Cost: $47 for workshop & tournament, $20 for mini-tournament only, $30 for just the workshop
🧩 Registration Deadline: November 5, 2025

Cognificent Kids Network is an educational and mental-wellness organization dedicated to helping children and families thrive through creative learning experiences, social-emotional education, and community-based programming.

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L. William Seidman Center (SCB), 50 Front Avenue Southwest, Grand Rapids, United States

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