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Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Apr 11, 2023 - Jun 6, 2023
3:40pm - 4:45pm EDT
Ross P., Danny O.
30 students
Sibling Discount
Class Experience
It's great to be back at Fallsmead E.S. This class is for all levels of students in grades K-5 from New Players (Just learning the Pieces) to advanced students who have previous experience and may have even played in organized competition. Class time will be divided between a lesson and a game play portion. Instruction for new students will include the basics of how the pieces move, board set up, simple opening strategy and checkmate skills. Advanced students will cover tactics and strategy, more detailed openings and game analysis. We will provide information and a location for practice outside of class including access to weekly tournaments. We focus on sportsmanship and healthy competition and a sense of teamwork while we work towards self improvement.
Notes
Students should already have or create an account on chess.com. Information on how to create this account and connect to C&O Family Chess can be found under the "Links, etc." tab on our website (chesscenter.net).
Other Things To Know
Covid-19 Precautions
In an effort to keep students and staff safe, if students show symptoms they should attend a weekly online class.
Reviews for C&O Chess at Fallsmead E.S.
5.0 out of 5
Based on 4 activity ratings
Suzan R.
Feb 22, 2023
Loved:
Team is professional.
Improvements:
Messaging earlier.
C&O Chess at Fallsmead E.S.
Location: Fallsmead Elementary School | Instructor: Danny O'Connor, Ross Pancoast
Response from C&O Family Chess Center
Thanks for the positives and for the feedback. We will try to get messages out as early as we can.
Tracy W.
Feb 23, 2022
Loved:
They keep it fun while also teaching important chess concepts
C&O Chess at Fallsmead E.S.
Location: Fallsmead Elementary School | Instructor: Ross Pancoast
Tracy W.
Nov 3, 2021
Loved:
Coach Ross is great at keeping the kids engaged in chess
C&O Chess at Fallsmead E.S.
Location: Fallsmead Elementary School | Instructor: Ross Pancoast
Elena M.
Nov 2, 2021
Loved:
Like to play in chess
Improvements:
prepare to Chess Tournament
C&O Chess at Fallsmead E.S.
Location: Fallsmead Elementary School | Instructor: Ross Pancoast
Reviews for C&O Family Chess Center
5.0 out of 5
Based on 29 provider ratings
Peggy L.
Mar 6, 2023
Loved:
My son did not want to do the class, but after one class he really enjoys it. Kudos to you!
Improvements:
Nothing
C&O Chess at Darnestown E.S.
Location: Darnestown E.S. | Instructor: Ross Pancoast
Response from C&O Family Chess Center
We're so happy to hear that. Not only do we want students to learn and improve their skills but to find a love for the game itself. It is one game they will hopefully never outgrow from age or ability and will challenge them to grow as long as they play. I hope they continue to enjoy it for decades to come. Coach Ross
C&O Family Chess Center Location
About C&O Family Chess Center
The C&O Family Chess Center offers unique programs aimed at nurturing a love of the game of chess, and offering students & their families the means to develop their skills to the highest levels. We instruct students from first time players up to active tournament players. The Novice MD. State Chess Champion and runner up have been our students for the last 2 years running. The C&O Family Chess Center is a U.S.Chess Federation (USCF) Scholastic Affiliate. The USCF is the official sanctioning body for "over the board" tournament play in the U.S. With over 80,000 members, the USCF offers something for every player, from beginner to Grandmaster! In addition to individual and group chess instruction for all ages, we currently offer scholastic and summer-chess programs to public and private schools, as well as home-school families. Currently due to Covid 19 all of our school year programs are being held Online.