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 School (on-site registration)
James W. Riley #43 (on-site registration)
Jewish Community Center (open)
St. Thomas Aquinas (full)
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...
Upcoming Events
- Tue, Sep 24Latvian Community CenterSep 24, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PMLatvian Community Center, 1008 W 64th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA
- Tue, Oct 01Latvian Community CenterOct 01, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PMLatvian Community Center, 1008 W 64th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA
- Sun, Oct 06St. Monica School Gym (Enter Door 15)Oct 06, 2024, 1:45 PM – 6:00 PMSt. Monica School Gym (Enter Door 15), 6131 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46228, USA
- Tue, Oct 08Latvian Community CenterOct 08, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PMLatvian Community Center, 1008 W 64th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA
- Thu, Oct 17St. Thomas Aquinas School (Bethany Room)Oct 17, 2024, 9:00 AM – Oct 18, 2024, 12:00 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas School (Bethany Room), 4600 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA
- Sun, Nov 03St. Monica School Gym (Enter Door 15)Nov 03, 2024, 1:45 PM – 6:00 PMSt. Monica School Gym (Enter Door 15), 6131 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46228, USA
- Sat, Nov 16St. Thomas Aquinas School GymNov 16, 2024, 8:45 AM – 12:20 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas School Gym, 4600 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA
- Sat, Nov 23St. Paul Episcopal ChurchNov 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PMSt. Paul Episcopal Church, 6050 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA
- Sun, Dec 01St. Monica School (Enter Door 15)Dec 01, 2024, 1:45 PM – 5:30 PMSt. Monica School (Enter Door 15), 6131 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46228, USA