PS 333 Chess Club & Team

Welcome to the PS 333 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 333 players can experience both the joy & significant social/educational benefits of learning and playing chess. Our PS 333 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 class groupings (subject to change based on program enrollment):

• Kings: 400+ USCF

• Queens: U400 USCF players with an eye towards competition

• Knights: Social developmental play

• Pawns: K-1, introductory coaching & play

* Each PS 333 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.

Friday Chess Club & Team

Fall Friday 2025: September 19th - January 26th

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

• September 19th, 26th

• October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

• November 7th, 14th, 21st

• December 5th, 12th, 19th

• January 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th

Players meet coaches directly after-school where they receive a light snack and have a team meeting. Instruction and play will occur in PS 333 classes onsite. Pick-up will occur at 5:00 PM directly in front 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 coaches feel fit.

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

PS 333 will have a weekly opening meeting, where past weeks success is recognized, the upcoming events are emphasized and expectations and team spirit is reinforced.

PS 333 Team Competitions:

Our PS 333 Team will compete at local, City, State & National competitions.

Program Rates: $745 per semester

• Optional Late pick up 5:00 - 6:00 pm: $165 per semester

• 10% sibling discount

• Financial assistance available - email ps333chess@gmail.com

* Each PS 333 program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.

Support PS 333 Chess:

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

Contact Your PS 333 Coaching Team:

Email: ps333chess@gmail.com

Make sure to select a support PS 333 and late pick-up option in order to process the order.