"Chess promotes logical thinking, instills a sense of self-confidence and self-worth, improves communication, and pattern recognition skills. It teaches the values of hard work, concentration, objectivity, and commitment”. Christine Palm

Fraser Heights Chess Club is a non-profit organization run by volunteers. The chess club is renting Erma Stephenson Elementary library for chess instruction and practices.

At the beginning of each term the children will be divided into three groups based on their knowledge of the game and age. As children progress in their skill level, appropriate changes will be made in the format and degree of instruction to accommodate their chess abilities.

The beginners group will consist of children with little or no experience with chess. They will be participating in the club activities for an hour. For younger players the parents are required to stay during the class and participate with the child.

The intermediate group will consist of children who play chess and understand fundamentals (castling, stalemate, opposition, etc.). This group will be participating in the instruction sessions and mini-tournament play.

The advanced group will consist of children that have rating of over 1000 and are experienced tournament players. This group will be led by our senior chess instructor Richard Reid.

Our coaching team: Richard Reid, Stefan Mustatea and Anca Datcu-Romano.