Level 1 of 5
Beginner Chess Course
Build a strong foundation in chess by learning piece movements, rules, tactics and the fundamentals of playing complete games.
- Age
- 3+
- Rating
- Unrated
- Duration
- 3 Months
- Live classes
- 24 Live Classes
Who This Course Is For
Children who are new to chess or have never played a rated game. No prior experience is needed.
What Students Will Achieve
- Move every piece correctly and follow all the rules
- Recognise check, checkmate and stalemate
- Spot simple one-move tactics
- Play a complete game from start to finish
Assessment and Level-Up Criteria
- Plays a full game without illegal moves
- Delivers basic checkmates confidently
- Applies basic opening principles
- Coach assessment recommends the next level
Complete Syllabus
5 modules · 24 Live Classes
1 Foundations
- The chessboard and pieces
- How each piece moves and captures
- Special moves: castling, en passant, promotion
2 Winning and Drawing
- Check, checkmate and stalemate
- Basic checkmate patterns
3 Tactical Understanding
- Forks and pins
- Protecting and attacking pieces
4 Practical Game Skills
- Basic opening principles
- Playing complete games with coach feedback
5 Assessment and Progression
- Level assessment game
- Review and next-level recommendation
Learning Outcomes
- Chessboard and piece movements
- Rules and special moves
- Check, checkmate and stalemate
- Basic tactics
- First complete chess games
- Basic opening principles
Free Demo Class
Start Beginner With a Free Class
Book a free demo class. A coach will assess the student's level and confirm the right starting point, with no commitment.