Chess Parents, Bay Area

09/05/2026

Chess/Math Class Enrollment:
Our program is designed for students in grades 1- 5 of all experience levels in a welcoming, engaging learning environment.
Math is based on RSM/Singapure methodology. Russian Math emphasizes abstract logic and rigorous problem-solving, whereas Singapore Math focuses on visual models and step-by-step conceptual mastery.
Chess program designed for Beginner–Intermediate players.
No previous tournament experience required.
Master-developed curriculum.
Instruction adapted to each student's experience level.
All math/chess materials are provided.
One 90- or 60-minute lesson each weekend.
Registration/Questions: [email protected]

07/27/2026

The Back to School chess tournament will take place on Sunday, August 16, at 11:30.
It will feature exciting prizes, including school backpacks, trophies, medals, and watches.
Where: LMLC, 650 N. Wi******er Blvd, Suite 1A, San Jose
3+Rd. G/30. Quad/Round-Robin Sections.
EF: $48; $40 (new and 1200+), $35 (1400+).
All: $55 after 8/9.
Discount: 2 or more players from the same family receive $5 off the total.
USCF membership is required (can be paid on new.uschess.org > Join)
Please provide comments when you do PayPal: the player's name and for what event you pay (like, "John Smith, reg. and blitz tournaments, 8/16")
Refund Policy: No credits or refunds are available for cancellations made with less than 2 days' notice.
To register, email [email protected] (with the subject line "Chess Tournament date:..." and the participant's first/last name with the USCF). Contact phone: 650-996-5924.
Prizes: 1st and 2nd place in each section (first three in group “A”). Standard US Chess tiebreaks and/or a blitz playoff will determine winners (if applicable).

07/22/2026

06/18/2026

CHESS CLASS FOR KIDS FROM August 16
Enrollment for our weekend personal chess classes is now open!
We offer classes for individuals in small groups every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 am
The kids will also play in tournaments with prizes.
Classes will be held at 650 N. Wi******er Blvd, Suite 1A, San Jose.
Any chess-level kids are welcome!
Fee: $160 per month
To register:
Email [email protected] with the student's full name, online rating, and USCF ID (if any)
Chess can help a child develop logical thinking, decision-making, reasoning, and pattern recognition skills, which in turn can help math and verbal skills. (Susan Polgar)

04/29/2026

Recommendation on how to use a better thinking process when you play in tournaments:
1) Use the CCTv Rule
Look for Checks, captures, and threats.

2) Always look to counterattack
If your opponent attacks, look for threats of your own.

3) Your least active piece
If no tactics are available, improve your worst-placed piece.

4) Fischer's Golden Rule
If one of your opponent’s pieces is active in your position
and creating threats, deal with it first.

5) Anti-blunder check
And before every move, check their threats

I hope this alone will save you from many unnecessary losses.

It is not necessary to calculate everything. You just need a clear system that helps you find strong moves without wasting extra energy.