PS 118 Chess Club & Team
PS 118 Chess Club & Team
PS 118 Chess Club & Team
Welcome to the PS 118 Chess Club & Team Registration for the Chess Club & Team is now open!
Program Vision:
From complete beginners to advancing tournament players, our goal is that all PS 118 players can experience both the joy & significant social/educational benefits of learning and playing chess. Our PS 118 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 competitors).
ICN class groupings (subject to change based on program enrollment):
Rooks: 400+ USCF
Bishops: U400 USCF players with an eye towards competition
Knights: U400 Advancing Tournament players
Pawns: K-1, introductory coaching & play
* Each PS 118 program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.
We will continue to follow all protocols as outlined by the NYC DOE regarding in person programming.
Thursday Chess Club & Team
Spring Thursday 2024: February 1st - June 13th
(WE FOLLOW NYC DOE SCHOOL CALENDAR: DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*)
February 1st, 8th, 15th, 29th
March 14th, 21st, 29th
April 4th, 11th, 18th
May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
June 13th
Friday Chess Club & Team
Spring Friday 2024: February 16th - June14th
(WE FOLLOW NYC DOE SCHOOL CALENDAR: DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*)
February 2nd, 9th, 16th
March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
April 5th, 12th, 19th
May 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
June 14th
Prorated Enrollment Codes Available
Email ps118chess@gmail.com for Prorated Codes:
March prorated price value available
April prorated price value available
May prorated price value available
Players will meet in the gym directly after-school. From there they will have a light snack in the cafeteria. Training and play will take place in classrooms onsite at PS 118. Pickup will occur at 5 PM outside.
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.
PS 118 will have a weekly opening meeting, where past week’s success is recognized, the upcoming events are emphasized and expectations and team spirit is reinforced.
Program leadership will ensure a single thread of PS 118 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 PS 118 Team will compete at local, City, State & National competitions.
Program Rates:
Thursday Chess Club & Team: $695 per semester
Friday Chess Club & Team: $695 per semester
Thursday Chess Club & Team + Friday Chess Club & Team: $1,195
Optional Late pick up 5:00 - 6:00 pm: $165 per semester
Optional 2 Day Late pick up 5:00 - 6:00 pm: $330 per semester
If you need a one time late pick-up, please email ps118chess@gmail.com and provide the coach in charge $20 at pick-up.
10% sibling discount, use code: sibling
Financial assistance available: email ps118chess@gmail.com
*Each PS 118 program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.
Support PS 118 Chess:
Donations can be made towards peer scholarships, weekend team coaching expenses, team room expenses, and program development.
Contact Your PS 118 Coaching Team:
Email: ps118chess@gmail.com
Make sure to select a support PS 118 and late pick-up option in order to process the order.