PS 116 Chess Club & Team:

 
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TEAM RECOGNITION:

  • Top 5 Mayor’s Cup

  • State Championship Competitors

  • National Championship Competitors

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.

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 tournament competitors).

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

  • Queens: 700+ USCF

  • Bishops: U700 USCF Advancing players with an eye towards competition

  • Knights: U300 & social developmental play

  • Pawns: K-1, introductory coaching & play

Program Rates:

  • Thursday Chess Club & Team: $745 per semester

  • 10% sibling discount available

  • Financial assistance available - email ps116chessclub@gmail.com

* Each PS 116 program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.

Thursday Chess Club & Team

Fall Thursday 2024: September 19th - January 30th

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

  • September 19th, 26th

  • October 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

  • November 14th, 21st

  • December 5th, 12th, 19th

  • January 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th

Spring Thursday 2025: February 6th - June 12th

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

  • February 6th, 13th, 27th

  • March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

  • April 3rd, 10th, 24th

  • May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

  • June 5th, 12th

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 5:00 PM outside the 33rd street 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 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 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 PS 116 program member will receive a team shirt and a www.chesskid.com gold membership.

Team Competitions:

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

Contact Your PS 116 Coaching Team:

Email: ps116chessclub@gmail.com