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?
Brookside School 54 (on-site registration)
Harshman Middle School (on-site registration)
The Path School (on-site registration)
James W. Riley #43 (on-site registration)

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...
Title I School Programs are made possible
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Upcoming Events

Weekly Chess NightTue, Feb 24Latvian Community Center
Scholastic Sunday TournamentSun, Mar 01St. Monica School Gym (Enter Door 15)
Weekly Chess NightTue, Mar 03Latvian Community Center
Blitz Night!Fri, Mar 06Latvian Community Center
Scholastic Sunday TournamentSun, Apr 12St. Monica School Gym (Enter Door 15)
Scholastic Sunday TournamentSun, May 03St. Monica School Gym (Enter Door 15)
Blitz Night!Fri, May 22Latvian Community Center
Indy Chess ChampionshipFri, May 29Indiana Convention Center, Rooms 206-207
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