Brooklyn School of Inquiry Chess Club & Team

Welcome to the Brooklyn School of Inquiry Chess Club & Team. Registration for Chess Club & Team is now open!

Program Vision:

From complete beginners to advancing tournament players our goal is that all BSI players can experience both the joy & significant social/educational benefits of learning and playing chess. Our BSI Team will prepare for local, City, State & National Competitions.

Our in-person programming will match players into groups based on skill, interest level & grade. This allows coaches to identify and create the right training environment for each player (complete beginner - advanced competitors).

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

Queens: 600+ USCF
Rooks: U600 USCF players with an eye towards competition
Bishops: U600 USCF Advancing Tournament players
Knights: U300 USCF & Social developmental play
Pawns: K-1, introductory coaching & play

Brooklyn School of Inquiry Chess Club & Team Practice

Fall Monday 2025: September 15th - January 26th

(WE FOLLOW NYC DOE SCHOOL CALENDAR: DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*)

December 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
January 5th, 12th, 26th

Spring Monday 2026: February 2nd - June 15th
(WE FOLLOW NYC DOE SCHOOL CALENDAR: DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*)

February 2nd, 9th, 23rd
March 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
April 13th, 20th, 27th
May 4th, 11th, 18th
June 1st, 8th, 15th

Fall Tuesday 2025: September 16th - January 27th

(WE FOLLOW NYC DOE SCHOOL CALENDAR: DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*)

December 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd
January 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

Spring Tuesday 2026: February 3rd - June 16th
(WE FOLLOW NYC DOE SCHOOL CALENDAR: DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*)

February 3rd, 10th, 24th
March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
April 14th, 21st, 28th
May 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
June 2nd, 9th, 16th

During regular school dismissal, Grades K - 1 are picked up directly from classrooms by coaches. Grades 2-5 players meet directly after-school for a light snack and class groupings. Lessons, training and practice play will take place in classrooms onsite BSI Chess Pickup is 5:00 PM outside the main entrance.

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 coaches feel fit.

A high emphasis on participation, engagement and self-study will be placed on our team groups.

BSI will have a weekly opening meeting, where past weeks success is recognized, the upcoming events are emphasized and expectations and team spirit is reinforced.

Program leadership will ensure a single thread of BSI team spirit and standards in each class. Coaches will get to know each player in the program and be able to speak on each ones strengths and weaknesses as their relationship with the program evolves over time.

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

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

We will continue to welcome all students 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.

Team Competitions:

Our BSI Team will compete at local, City, State & National competitions.

Program Rates:

** Spring Semester = February to June

Monday Chess Club & Team: $745 per semester
Tuesday Chess Club & Team: $745 per semester
Monday Chess Club & Team + Tuesday Team Practice: $1,280 per semester
Optional Single Day Late pick up 5:00 - 6:00 pm: $165 per semester
Optional Two Day Late pick up 5:00 - 6:00 pm: $330 per semester
10% sibling discount available (must register 2 or more children)
Email BSIchessclub@gmail.comfor any one time late pick-up. Provide the $20 fee at pick-up to the coach.
If Financial assistance needed - email BSIchessclub@gmail.com
Optional Late pick up 5:00 - 6:00 pm: extra $165 per semester
10% sibling discount (must register 2 or more children)

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

Support BSI Chess:

Your donations help support peer scholarships, weekend team coaching expenses, team room expenses, and program development.

Contact Your BSI Coaching Team:

Email: BSIchessclub@gmail.com

Make sure to select a program option and a support BSI option in order to process the order.