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The Outschool Gambit | Weekly Chess Tournaments and Social Chess Club (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)

The first week is free! The best way to improve at chess is by playing in these fun and friendly weekly tournaments in the Outschool Gambit Chess Club! Beginner, intermediate, and advance players are welcome and will be paired with those of similar skill level.
Lemuel Sison
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**Use code SISON015 when you sign up to get $15 off your first class**

♟ Welcome to The Outschool Gambit Chess Club where our goal is simply to have fun and get better at chess! Chess is not only fun but is also one of the best ways to develop critical thinking, good sportsmanship, and problem-solving skills. 

Once you register for this club, please read and follow the instructions in the classroom welcome message to find out how to participate in the tournament and get access to bonus free tournaments :)

==================== Why Join the Outschool Gambit Chess Club? ====================

♔ Welcome to The Outschool Gambit Chess Club, the best chess club on the internet! This is the best chess club to practice playing chess in fun and friendly weekly tournaments. Learners will get the chance to play against many different play styles and levels, and improve while having fun. At the request of students, I can also analyze their games and give feedback during the tournament.

In this chess club, I encourage players to adopt a 'growth mindset', which will show students the value of approaching every game as a learning opportunity. You either win or you learn! Good sportsmanship, good will, and a positive mindset are values that I endeavor to instill in learners and uphold in this chess club. 

This chess club is welcome to all levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. We use an algorithm that pairs players up with those of similar skill level. Players should have a good grasp of the basic chess rules. 

Please see my other course (Beginner Chess | From Zero to Checkmate) if your child is learning chess from scratch.

======================= What Will We Do? =======================

♛ In the first 5 minutes of class, we will warm up with some chess puzzles. Then we will jump into a friendly private tournament where we can practice and develop our chess skills. Our live games will be played online using the "chess.com" website. The website uses an algorithm that pairs players based on skill level. As you get better and win more games, you get to face tougher opponents! It is recommended that students register a free account before coming to their first class. 

**Please be sure to follow the instructional video on how to join the tournaments on the welcome page once you sign up.

If you are interested in a class with more theory and instruction, please check the other classes I offer below.

======================= Bonus ======================= 

♘ Members of the club will be allowed to play in any of the section tournaments happening each week at no extra cost. We currently have at least 4 tournaments per week. See the welcome message once you sign up to find out more!

==================== Other Classes by Coach Lem ==================== 

Semi-Private Chess Camp for Complete Beginners | From Zero to Checkmate!
A week-long boot camp that teaches students how to play the game of chess, assuming zero experience.
🔗 https://bit.ly/3FY4HDA

The Chess Academy (Ongoing) | Openings, Tactics, Traps, and Strategies
A weekly class that has a deeper focus on theory and tactics. The usual class format is 30 minutes of theory, and 30 minutes of live play.
🔗 https://bit.ly/3n379jz

Level-Up Chess Camp | Chess Tactics, Traps, and Strategies
A week-long boot camp that focuses on tactics and intermediate to advanced strategy. Classes are 100% theory, and we have a tournament on the last day.
🔗 https://bit.ly/3vmcCpz

======================= A Poem by Coach Lem ======================= 

Chess is cool, chess is fun;
This class is great for everyone!
Whether Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced;
Your chess skills are bound to be enhanced. 

Chess lessons, chess club, and chess classes;
Coach Lem is here to bring chess to the masses.
Come to learn and come to play,
We have classes at night AND day!

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Joined June, 2020
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Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Toronto
What do you enjoy? What makes you come alive? 

Each person is unique in their interests and passions and one of the joys of life is discovering and exploring them. 

I have and Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto in Environmental Physics, and was an Environmental Consultant for 3 years before I discovered my love for teaching and mentoring. From 2015-2017, I traveled around Asia, volunteering as a teacher in rural communities where I taught English, Math, Science and Dance to children ranging from 4-16 years of age. I have been an online teacher to children for 5 years, using gamification to keep learners interested and engaged throughout each lesson.

My interests and expertise are in mindfulness, meditation, music, dance, gaming, and travel. I would be honored to share my passions, fascinations, and knowledge with your children in a fun, creative, and exciting way that will ignite a fire in them as well.

Did I mention I like gaming? Play is an integral part of the human experience and enhances cognitive, social, and mental well-being. Games teach teamwork, sportsmanship, critical thinking, and leadership. I started a company called Good Games where we create a positive space for young gamers to play, learn, grow, and have fun. 
www.good-games.org

"What we learn with pleasure, we never forget."
- Alfred Mercier

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Ages: 10-15
3-18 learners per class

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