PS 116 Chess Club & Team! 

• Nationally-Renowned Chess Team!

Program Vision:

From complete beginners to advancing tournament players our goal is that all PS 116 players can experience both the joy & significant social/educational benefits of learning and playing chess. Our PS 116 Team will prepare for local, City, State & National Competitions.

Players are matched 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 tournament competitors)

Approximate class groupings:

• Kings - 400 + USCF

• Queens - U 400 USCF with a eye towards competition

• Knights - Social developmental play

• Pawns - Kindergarten, introductory coaching & play

PS 116 Chess Club & Team Practice

1st Trimester, Thursday September 20th - December 20th (12 Dates)

• September 20th, 27th

• October 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

• November 1st, 8th, 29th

• December 6th, 13th, 20th

2nd Trimester, January 3rd - March 28th (12 Dates)

• January 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

• February 7th, 14th, 28th

• March 7th, 14th (PTC), 21st, 28th

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 PS 116. Pickup will occur at 5 PM in the cafeteria.  

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. 

PS 116 will have a weekly meeting where the past weeks 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. 

Team Competitions:

Our PS 116 team will compete at local, City, State & National competitions.

* All participants will receive a PS 116 program shirt and chesskid.com gold membership. 

Program Rates: 

• Per Semester - $360

• Optional Late pick up 5:00 - 6:00 pm - $120

• If you need a one time late pick-up please email ps116chess@gmail.com and provide $20 at pick-up.

10% sibling discount - use code: sibling

Financial assistance available - email ps116chessclub@gmail.com

Support PS 116 Chess:

Donations can be made towards peer scholarships, weekend team coaching expenses, team room expenses, and program development. 

Make sure to select a late-pickup and support PS 116 option in order to process the order.