Teachers
Do you long to share the game of chess with your pupils but hesitate because of your work load? Parents always want their students to have the opportunity to learn the game, but it takes a teacher's willing heart to give them that chance. We are here to give you all the support you need and at no charge to you!
Chess Club
With you principal's approval, pick a time and place for club students to meet that's best for you. Your classroom may be best if there are flat playing surfaces and a place to store sets. Buy a couple of cheap sets from Walmart and display them to attract interest. Contact us and we'll suggest the best way to start and keep your club running with minimal work for you.
Fund Raising
One way to raise money for chess sets, clocks, or tournament entry fees is to have a “Beat the Mayor” challenge. You arrange a pot luck meal and invite the mayor and city officials to come play your students and eat with you after wards. Reporters covering the event give your school great PR. Contact us for more details.
$1,000,000 Tool
If you are a teacher or coach who needs help learning how to play chess so you can grow with your students, we invite you to play a game(s) online with us so we can offer suggestions for your improvement. We, also, offer phone/text/email support at no charge. Use our contact form to indicate how we can help you and how you wish us to contact you.
This offer is only for teachers and coaches needing beginning/intermediate help. We will not add your contact information to our mailing list unless you fill out a league registration form.
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Testimonials
"Bringing a group of elementary school kids to their 1st "official" tournament can cause some anxiety in them. The Chess Dr. eased those concerns by running a well organized event with emphasis on good sportsmanship and having fun..."
-Daniel Acton
Ocoee (FL) Elementary School chess club coach
"...The kids were matched up with others of equal strength as much as possible so everyone had a chance to make some points for their team. Communication with the parents was great, match-ups and results posted on site as well as sent electronically to coaches and sponsors..."
-Daniel Acton
Ocoee (FL) Elementary School chess club coach
"...Many, many certificates, medals and trophies were awarded to make the last round of the Gran Prix a highlight! Thank you Chess Dr. for making chess fun! My kids can't wait to go back next year."
-Daniel Acton
Ocoee (FL) Elementary School chess club coach
"Chess Dr. provides a supportive opportunity for chess players at every level. The momentum that we gained from this tournament has contributed to a greater interest in our school's chess program and has led to a more focused path to development."
Nicholas Koebe
Passport School
Orlando, FL
"During the past school year, Zellwood Elementary was proud to host a number of Chess Dr. chess tournaments. This was a choice of pride for our students and their parents. It was wonderful for our students to have the opportunity to be able compete with students from our school district and schools from other areas. The matches were exciting and it was inspiring to see children of all ages engaged with and excited about critical thinking."
Frank Mattucci
Principal
Zellwood Elementary School
Zellwood, FL