Brooklyn Prospect Downtown Chess Club & Team:

 

  • New Fall Program

Program Vision:

From complete beginners to advancing tournament players our goal is that all Brooklyn Prospect Downtown players can experience both the joy & significant social/educational benefits of learning and playing chess. Our Brooklyn Prospect Downtown Team will prepare for local, City, State & National Competitions. Our in-person programming will match players into groups based on skill, interest level & age. This allows coaches to identify and create the right training environment for each player (complete beginner - advanced competitors).

ICN Program Overview

ICN class groupings (subject to change based on program enrollment):

  • Kings: 1000+ USCF

  • Queens: 500+ USCF Advancing players with an eye towards competition

  • Rooks: 300+ USCF

  • Bishops: U300 USCF Advancing players with an eye towards competition

  • Pawns: K-1 introductory coaching and play

Program Rates:

  • Thursday Chess Club & Team: $795 per semester

  • 10% sibling discount available

  • Financial assistance available - email brooklynprospectdowntownchess@gmail.com

* Each Brooklyn Prospect Downtown program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.

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Thursday Chess Club & Team:

Fall Thursday 2026: September 24th - January 28th

  • September 24th

  • October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

  • November 5th, 12th, 19th

  • December 3rd, 10th, 17th

  • January 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th

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Players will meet in the cafeteria directly after-school for groupings and a light snack. Training and play will take place in classrooms onsite at Brooklyn Prospect Downtown Elementary. Pickup will occur at 6:00 PM in the front of the school. Late pickup will also be in the lobby of the school.

Lateral movements will occur as we experiment with class grouping and activities to identify the optimal training opportunities for our players. Players will be promoted throughout the season as we see fit. 

A high emphasis on participation, engagement and hard work will be placed on our most advanced classes. 

Brooklyn Prospect Downtown team will have a weekly meeting where the past week’s success is recognized and upcoming events are emphasized.  During these weekly meetings, class expectations and team spirit is reinforced.

We want each participant in our weekly training to feel connected to the program and enjoy pride in the program. Recognizing collective success is encouraged and serves as an inspiration to students from all classes and groups.

As we continue to grow our program and competitive team, there remains the opportunity for more social, less competitive play.

We will continue to welcome all players and find the right balance for each and every one. We want everyone to engage with the chess program at their comfort level, where the entire student body can enjoy the great benefits of this incredible game.

* Each Brooklyn Prospect Downtown Elementary program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.

Brooklyn Prospect Downtown Team Competitions:

Our Brooklyn Prospect Downtown Team will compete at local, City, State & National competitions.

Brooklyn Prospect Downtown Tournament Schedule

Contact Your Brooklyn Prospect Downtown Coaching Team:

Email: brooklynprospectdowntownchess@gmail.com