$8

weekly

or $79 for 10 classes

Chess Beginners Players Level- 1 Lessons ( Chess Craft)

New class

Ages 6-9

Live Group Course

Discover the game of chess in our beginner course with unique introduction, featuring small group classes, expert coaching, and personalized support, fostering critical and strategic thinking skills through engaging activities and games.

ChessMaster N Arkesh

Average rating:

5.0

Number of reviews:

(2 reviews)

Live video meetings

1x per week, 10 weeks

1-5 learners per class

50 min

About Learning Overview Teacher Reviews

What's included

10 live meetings

8 hrs 20 mins in-class hours

Mastery Evaluation

1 hour per week. Everyday we learn few new ideas, kids must apply those ideas while they play chess with their siblings, friends or parents.

Certificate of Completion

We are pleased to offer a Certificate of Completion to individuals who successfully finish our beginner's chess course. This certificate serves as a testament to the participant's dedication to learning and their proficiency in the principles of chess.

Class Experience

US Grade 1 - 3

Beginner Level

"Welcome to our chess course! We'll begin with the fundamentals of piece movements and rapidly progress to advanced concepts such as castling, en passant, and checkmate strategies.
The initial lessons may seem straightforward, but be prepared for a challenging and engaging learning experience.
From Day 3 or 4, we'll put theory into practice with 20-minute games on (link unavailable) Don't worry about creating an account – we'll use anonymous gameplay, and I'll guide you through sharing the game link.

Learning Goals

This chess course is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the game, progressing from basic piece movements to advanced concepts. The curriculum includes castling, en passant, and mate in one, with practical gameplay commencing on Day 3 or 4.

Syllabus

10 Lessons

over 10 Weeks

Lesson 1:

Meet the Chessboard: A Guided Tour

 Learn about chessboard, characters, notations, board setup.

50 mins online live lesson

Lesson 2:

Piece navigation

 Learn how to move characters with lots of exciting puzzles

50 mins online live lesson

Lesson 3:

The Art of Capture

 Conquering Opponent Pieces: A Step-by-Step Guide

50 mins online live lesson

Lesson 4:

Defend and Conquer: Mastering Chess Combat

 Chess Combat and Safety Measures

50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Learning Needs

Our chess class is intentionally designed to support unique learning needs, such as ADHD, Dyslexia, and ASD, by incorporating visual, tactile, and kinesthetic learning approaches, flexible pacing, and one-on-one attention.

Parental Guidance

To maintain privacy, we utilize the anonymous gameplay feature on Lichess for all chess play activities.

Pre-Requisites

This class is for complete Beginner kids

Language of Instruction

English (Level: A0.5)

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Sources

In addition to the Outschool virtual classroom, this course will leverage the online chess platform, Lichess, to provide an immersive and interactive learning experience.

Meet the teacher

ChessMaster N Arkesh

Joined March, 2025

5.0

2reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

As a distinguished chess coach and avid player, I possess a notable chess ranking of 1800+, underscoring my expertise and proficiency in the game. With multiple years of teaching experience, I have successfully mentored students across various skill levels, from beginners to advanced players, providing personalized guidance and instruction to foster their growth and development.
Throughout my coaching career, I have refined my teaching methodology to create an engaging, supportive, and challenging learning environment that encourages students to reach their full potential. My passion for chess is matched only by my dedication to empowering the next generation of players, and I take great pride in witnessing my students' progress and achievements