chess in schools
Chess has repeatedly been shown to improve problem-solving; grow dendrites in the brain; and increase creativity, spatial thinking, memory, and concentration. Like sports, it can teach discipline, sportsmanship, and build self-confidence. For these reasons, we would love to eventually bring chess study and play to every school in Greater Indianapolis possible!
Looking to register your child for an existing school chess program?
Harriet Tubman (on-site registration)
James W. Riley #43 (on-site registration)
St. Thomas Aquinas (closed till Fall '24)
After School, Before School, or Lunch Chess
It can be easy to partner with Indy Chess to make chess an extracurricular activity! We currently partner with many schools to offer either a weekly afterschool club with instruction and play, or a lunch/recess option one day each week.
If you provide the space, we can provide the supplies and instruction! How is it funded? Any of three ways:
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We recruit a volunteer coach (if school qualifies);
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We get sponsorships to cover a paid coach's stipend;
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We charge a fee to students when we sign them up.
For all coaches, we provide background checks, monthly presentation of lesson plans, and classroom management training from teachers! Contact us to learn more...
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Upcoming Events
- Tue, Apr 30Latvian Community CenterApr 30, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PMLatvian Community Center, 1008 W 64th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA
- Sat, May 04St. Paul Episcopal ChurchMay 04, 2024, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PMSt. Paul Episcopal Church, 6050 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA
- Sun, May 05St. Monica School Gym (Door 15)May 05, 2024, 1:45 PM – 5:45 PMSt. Monica School Gym (Door 15), 6131 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46228, USA
- Tue, May 07Latvian Community CenterMay 07, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PMLatvian Community Center, 1008 W 64th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA
- Tue, May 14Latvian Community CenterMay 14, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PMLatvian Community Center, 1008 W 64th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA
- Sat, May 18Zion Hope ChurchMay 18, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PMZion Hope Church, 5950 E 46th St, Indianapolis, IN 46226, USA
- Mon, Jun 10St. Thomas Aquinas School (Bethany Room)Jun 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – Jun 14, 2024, 3:30 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas School (Bethany Room), 4600 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA
- Mon, Jun 17St. Monica School (St. Augustine Hall)Jun 17, 2024, 9:00 AM – Jun 21, 2024, 3:30 PMSt. Monica School (St. Augustine Hall), 6131 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46228, USA
- Multiple DatesMon, Jun 24St. Thomas Aquinas School (Bethany Room)Jun 24, 2024, 9:00 AM – Jun 28, 2024, 3:30 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas School (Bethany Room), 4600 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA
- Mon, Jul 22St. Thomas Aquinas School (Bethany Room)Jul 22, 2024, 9:00 AM – Jul 26, 2024, 3:30 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas School (Bethany Room), 4600 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA