Monday - Aug 24, 31 | Sept 14, 21, 28 | Oct 12, 19, 26| Nov 2, 9 No Class - Labor Day | Conference Week Oct 5 10 sessions x 60 minutes Every grandmaster started with a single move. Led by the expert instructors of Pacific Chess Academy, this in-person program invites students in Grades 1–5 into the world's most captivating game of strategy and imagination — one exciting session at a time. Forget rote drills. Here, kids play their way to mastery — thinking ahead, spotting patterns, and outsmarting their opponents through hands-on lessons and friendly matches. Whether your student has never touched a chess piece or already knows their openings, our Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced tracks meet them exactly where they are. What your child really gains: • 🧠 Sharper focus and critical thinking • ♟️ Patience and resilience that carry into the classroom • 🏆 Confidence built one smart move at a time • 🤝 Good sportsmanship and grace, win or lose By the final bell, chess isn't just a game your student plays — it's a mindset they carry with them. No experience? No problem. All equipment is provided. Just bring curiosity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to think a few moves ahead. The grand finale: After 10 action-packed sessions, students put their skills to the test in a celebratory in-person tournament — where every child is cheered on to make their move and shine. Give your student the gift that keeps giving: strategic thinking, unshakeable confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Because at Livermore After The Bell Enrichment, learning doesn't stop when the bell rings — it's just getting started.