WHY DO KIDS LOVE OUR REVOLUTIONARY APPROACH TO CHESS?
PARENT TESTIMONIALS
"My son has learned so much about the game of chess from The Knight School but more importantly, he has learned how to follow rules, how to be a good winner and loser, good sportsmanship, and has developed some very good friendships along the way. "
John P. - Thales Academy Wake Forest (Triangle-Triad Area, Spring 2024)
"I'm so sorry we didn't start earlier! My child loved the Knight School curriculum and coaches. Staff was so well organized and professional. My child was so motivated to earn belts. He learned sportsmanship and even gained enough confidence to participate in the Tournaparties! I can't thank you enough for bringing this to our school!"
Lisa J. - Wilmot (Denver Area, Spring 2024)
"My son had so much fun at the Knight School and learned a lot! He loved the little reward bands and was very proud when he managed to get a new one. He liked that he even got to play with the instructors. I can totally recommend this course! We will for sure return for the next school year. "
Sarah V. - Valley Ridge Academy (Jacksonville Area, Spring 2024)
"My son really enjoyed going and learning. He would come home and want to play chess against his dad and show him how to make the new move of the week. I think he liked being competitive, as he is super competitive in all activities, but the fun way they taught and encouraged them. "
Stephanie S. - Westwood Elementary (Houston Area, Spring 2024)
"The Knight School program is absolutely wonderful! The coaches are fantastic, bringing boundless enthusiasm and a contagious love for chess to every session. They teach with smiles on their faces, creating an environment where kids are not just learning but genuinely excited to play. Their passion and positivity make every class a delight, and you can see the kids' happiness and eagerness to learn grow with each lesson. Highly recommended for any young chess enthusiasts!"
Amber B. - Eliora (Denver Area, Spring 2024)
"Coach was very instrumental in teaching my boys how to play chess and now they thrive in playing chess and really enjoy it. Coach was very patient and kind to my sons. I believe that makes the game of chess both fun and appealing to the children and he is a great teacher. Kudos to Coach!!!"
Maria L. - Akiva School (Nashville Area, Spring 2024)
"As a Grandparent, I have seen the interest in chess that my grandson has developed as well as his friends. As a substitute at Sternberger, I have seen the chess class taught and was so impressed with the presentation, the classroom management and the excitement of the students to learn new moves and play chess together. As an educator in Guilford County schools for decades, bringing chess into the classroom is one of the best educational moves GCS has made for added enrichment. "
Cathy J. - Sternberger Elementary (Triangle-Triad Area, Spring 2024)
"My son fell in love with chess. The Knight School and the Coaches have made a great program. The bands keep kids interested, the weekly online tournaments give them a variety of people to play against and the challenges to beat the coach and promotion day really drove my son to excel. My son just started playing a few months before he started Knight School and now he watches chess videos and practices every day and is legitimately beating me on occasion and I played in tournaments as a kid. "
Glenn T. - Akiva School (Nashville Area, Spring 2024)
"Amazing coaches working with my grandson! They have gone beyond just teaching him chess and met my grandson where he is at with deep care and respect. He loves them and is excelling in chess as a special needs child. Big gratitude for the positive influence they have had on my grandsons life. "
Jacque Massey - Crest View (Denver Area, Spring 2024)
"My son has loved the Knight School for the past 3 years and enjoys the summer camps too. He’s gained self confidence and grown his strategic thinking skills. The coaches are well-organized and encouraging. We recommend it often to others and will be having our younger son join next year. "
Rachelle P. - Christ the King (Atlanta Area, Spring 2024)
"We love the Knight School. Coach is always available, whether I use text, a phone call, or email. He is a role model to my son. I don't need to ask my son, each school year, if he wants me to sign him up for chess, because the answer is yes. Rather, the question is how many classes are we registering for. "
TKS Parent - Our Lady of Sorrows (Birmingham Area, Fall 2023)
"I have two children in the program (1st & 3rd grade). Before starting The Knight School, neither had any experience with chess but wanted to try since they had friends participating. We are seven months into the program and both boys love going to chess club and look forward to it each week. Coach does a great job teaching a wide range of ages and skill levels and the curriculum makes it fun. We now play chess at home as a family and it has been a new hobby we can all enjoy together. "
TKS Parent - St. Albert the Great Parish School (Louisville Area, Fall 2023)
"The Knight School has been great for my son. He has developed in his chess strategy and skills to the point that I can no longer beat him! He has also benefitted from the time spent with kids who have similar interests and reinforcement of good sportsmanship. He always looks forward to chess club!"
E.P. - The Varsity (Atlanta Area, Fall 2023)
"My daughter absolutely loves attending The Knight School program through her school. The environment is fun, positive and inclusive. She is learning so much about chess, sportsmanship and strategic thinking. Overall, a really great experience for her and we can see her confidence boosting. Thanks!"
Karri G. - St Helens Catholic School (Austin Area, Fall 2023)
"The staff are absolutely amazing. I can feel their energy and passion when I'm around them, and I can tell by the enthusiasm of my child whenever she talks about chess club that it's infectious. I'm so grateful to the team who makes this club so special for my daughter and her schoolmates."
Caitlin M. - Marshdale Elementary (Denver Area, Fall 2023)
"Our family loves the Knight School. It’s a great match for my son. He has learned so much, feels good about his accomplishments, he’s supported, he learns skills to cope and thrive in life. Thank you to our Knight School and all the coaches. "
TKS Parent - Thales Knightdale (Triangle-Triad Area, Fall 2023)
"You have made my 6yo and 8yo boys LOVE chess. While I barely qualify as a chess rookie, my kids can give me a run for my money these days and they can even play each other without discord! It is nothing short of a miracle, so thank you!"
TKS Parent - Cornerstone Classical Academy (Jacksonville Area, Fall 2023)
"Our son was enrolled in after school chess for the last 1.5 years (starting in pre-k4) and loved it! The kids seemed had so much fun and learned so much! I was very impressed with how quickly they learned the chess pieces, their moves, and strategies. He loved it, and the instructors were great. Highly recommend The Knight School! "
Sarah R. - Jacksonville Country Day School (Jacksonville Area, Fall 2023)
"My child loves going to his weekly chess club and is excited to show us what he learned when he gets home. He also likes collecting bands for new chess achievements. He has learned so much and I couldn’t recommend this Knight School enough!"
Whitney S. - Shadowford Presbyterian School (Atlanta Area, Fall 2023)
"My son is loving this program! Even as a beginner, the support and encouragement from both the leadership and fellow participants has been nothing short of amazing. The wrist band incentives are a lot of fun and have been challenging my son to meet new goals within the community! He was excited to get back to chess after the winter break!"
Karin C. - Liberty Pines Academy (Jacksonville Area, Fall 2023)
"The teachers are always so friendly, upbeat, positive, patient and supportive/encouraging! My son looks forward to and loves going to chess club each week and has learned so much! I’d highly recommend The Knight School for anyone who’s interested in learning how to play chess, regardless of their current skill level. It’s a great opportunity to learn in a welcoming and supportive environment!"
Karena L. - Sunrise Elementary (Denver Area, Fall 2023)
"Our son thoroughly enjoys coming to chess club and has learned so much since he started as a new chess player and club member last school year. Chess club has definitely sparked an interest and eagerness to play chess at home and in his free time with friends. "
TKS Parent - Liberty Christian (Fort Worth Area, Fall 2023)
"I'm incredibly grateful for the positive impact your chess school has had on my son. The engaging environment and dedicated instructors have sparked his love for chess and boosted his confidence. Thank you for creating such a wonderful learning space."
Beatriz A. - Deep Waters Academy (Houston Area, Fall 2023)
"Our son is now obsessed with chess. He started playing less than a year ago and has learned a ton in the first semester of the Knight School program. He comes home every day wanting to play and talks about the different ways to checkmate opponents and win pieces. He even had a chess birthday party, which is amazing for a 6 year old. I highly recommend trying to get the program in your school."
TKS Parent - Akiva School (Nashville Area, Fall 2023)
"I have 2 boys who started chess in first grade. They both love it! Every time they have chess after school they say they had a great time and want me to register them every opportunity. I watched them play in the tournament and everyone had a lot of fun and it was low key."
TKS Parent - Elizabeth Haddon Elementary (Philadelphia Area, Fall 2023)
"We are thrilled with the chess school! Our son joined at age 6. His older cousin joined a year prior to him and we were also amazed by his progress. Chess quickly became our son's favorite activity. It's not just a game; it's helped him focus, be patient, build his cognitive skills, and learn valuable skills. His dedicated instructor has been amazing. We highly recommend the chess school to any parent seeking a fun and educational experience for their child. It's been a great journey for our family!"
Hana H. - Sunstone Montessori School (Portland Area, Fall 2023)
"I have been extremely happy to have my children joining the Knight School! In no time they learned playing chess when they had never done so before, while they developed their social skills through the positive reinforcement, incentives and instructions provided. The pace of the class is slow enough to ensure active learning and the coaches really care! Thanks so much!"
TKS Parent - Wards Creek (Jacksonville Area, Fall 2023)
"The Knight School provided my son with a fun way to improve his chess playing skills. He looked forward to learning new moves and strategies, while having friendly competition with his friends and earning the “belts”. The sessions have also carried over to bonding in our home, with friendly father-son and brother vs. brother chess matches. Thank you Knight School!"
Anonymous - St. Thomas More (Atlanta Area, Fall 2023)
"My child loves attending chess club and the "Splatterdays" tournament. He has started challenging everyone that he can. As a parent, I appreciate the fun, low stress environment, but also the attention to good sportsmaship. The Knight School has been such a positive addition to our son's life."
Erin S. - Wallin School (Las Vegas Area, Fall 2023)
"I have been absolutely amazed by the positive impact coach has had on my child's chess skills and overall development. Coach displayed a remarkable ability to connect with my child and create a nurturing learning environment. He possesses a unique talent for making chess fun and engaging, capturing my child's attention and enthusiasm. Coach has an exceptional ability to break down complex chess strategies and tactics into digestible concepts suitable for my child's age group. I've noticed my child's cognitive abilities and decision-making skills improve significantly, which I attribute to Coach's holistic coaching approach. The Knight School goes above and beyond to motivate and inspire their young chess players, fostering a love for the game that will last a lifetime."
M.I. - Cedar Park Montessori (Austin Area, Spring 2023)
"My son has been attending the Knight School for a full year now (at his request to sign up each track) and when he started he was a novice with no real knowledge of the game. He has learned so much and he really enjoys participating! When a child is enthusiastic about attending an after school club and they come home and tell you what they learned and then they are eager to go back... that says it all! The only problem is now I can't beat him in chess!"
Jenn H. - Thales Academy WF (Triangle-Triad Area, Spring 2023)
"Learning to play chess with The Knight School has been a godsend. Having such an excellent and personable instructor is amazing. Our daughter is obsessed with the role model presence of her chess instructor, and that along with learning to play chess has been a very rewarding. When your child refuses to leave school early because they do not want to miss out on chess class, it speaks volumes for the relationships being built and how interesting the instructor makes the program."
Roderick T. - Excelled Montessori (San Antonio Area, Spring 2023)
"Coach does a stellar job of teaching children chess AND teaching strong sportsmanship skills. One of my proudest moments as a parent was watching my son during a chess tournament patiently help his opponent who was stuck think through his next move. This showed me his love of the game beyond the pleasure of winning. Additionally, it is convenient as a working mom to have a weekly afterschool program which starts immediately after the school day ends to give me a little more time to work while my son learns and has fun with friends. This is one of the few programs we have continued through the pandemic due to its high quality. Grateful for the coaches and everything The Knight School does to help my child grow and to celebrate that growth. Highly recommend this program."
Tiana L.S. - Mockingbird Elementary (Dallas Area, Spring 2023)
"My daughter has been enjoying The Knight School for several years. She talks about collecting wristbands, and asks me to play chess with her. She has been teaching me! I will continue with this for as long as we can. I love seeing her so excited about a game that has been intimidating for so many. "
TKS Parent - Advent Episcopal School (Birmingham Area, Spring 2023)
"My son has had a WONDERFUL time at The Knight School. He went from knowing nothing about the game to being completely obsessed and excited about his growth. He loves going to meetings and teaching family members how to play. He's 6 years old and beats me regularly! Excited to have him learn such a neat skill. Thanks so much!"
TKS Parent - St. Albert the Great (Louisville Area, Spring 2023)
"My 9 year old has gained so much from the Knight School. He has had an absolute blast and has gained confidence, drive, and many friends from his experience this past year. The Knight school is inclusive, encouraging, and fun! The belts they earn truly inspire and drive the kids to keep learning and challenge themselves. Chess is such a beautiful connecting activity for kids and parents alike. My son has really become passionate about playing and teaching his friends as well. We will definitely be enrolling in the Knight School and recommending them to friends next year."
TKS Parent - Kendallvue (Denver Area, Spring 2023)
"My son is usually shy, but throughout this season with The Knight School I've noticed his confidence building. I also noticed that he also improved his focus, his ability to wait longer with patience, and to kindly give guidance or correction during a chess match with family members. He naturally thinks ahead several steps, but chess has helped him slow down and think about the results of his actions. It's been neat to see him find ways to show how much he does enjoy chess. While we were on vacation he was excited to find a mini traveling chess set. Of all the things to pick out, he picked that out and practiced several different times during our trip. We are pleased that he is trying something new, that no one else in the family has tried. We are proud of his confidence building through chess."
Christy S. - RCSA International School (Jacksonville Area, Spring 2023)
"Our daughter first started playing chess this year as a 2nd grader and has thoroughly enjoyed the program provided by The Knight School! She looks forward to it each Wednesday and the bands she earns based upon games she wins or skills she learns. It has taught her that even when she loses, she has learned a new lesson which will improve her for her next game! It has been so fun to watch her learn this game and have so much fun doing so from the weekly school course to the Saturday online chess play and the live area event at the end of the semester! She looks forward to participating next year and continuing her chess education!"
TKS Mom - Palm Valley Academy (Jacksonville Area, Spring 2023)
"What a blessing The Knight School has been to our entire family. Our kindergartener can't wait until it's Chess Day at school. Having to remember his bag has helped teach responsibility. He's learned sportsmanship, and he has so much confidence in himself and his abilities. He has connected with both grandfathers as well - finding ways to play games and learn from them. It's absolutely priceless."
Molly D. - Riverside Presbyterian Day School (Jacksonville Area, Spring 2023)
"Coach has been amazing with our son! He went from feeling out of place to having something super fun to look forward to each week. He is proud to play chess and making new friends at chess. I am so thankful you are so inclusive. This has been a very positive experience for us in every aspect! Thank you!
TKS Mom - Moravian Academy (Lehigh Area, Fall 2022)
"Our son looks forward to chess class every week. He has used what he's learned in class to teach many of his aunts, uncles and friends how to play chess. We love the program and how well it is tailored to little minds like his."
Christina M. - Montessori Preschool of North Cypress (Houston Area, Fall 2022)
"My son has attended TKS since 2019. He’s 9 and he’s played at his school, in online summer camps, in person summer camps, in the Varsity club, and now an invitation to Masters is pending. He learned everything from his TKS coaches, and he keeps asking for more chess. Great experiences!"
TKS Mom - Oak Forest Elementary (Houston Area, Fall 2022)
"We have been so happy with TKS. Coach is an allstar instructor. He does a great job keeping parents informed, and is genuinely interested in the learning and success of the students. We've noticed big improvements in our son's chess skills, and he looks forward to class each and every week!"
Kunal G. - The Kessler School (Dallas Area, Fall 2022)
"This group is extremely organized and top-notch for all levels of chess players. My son has learned a ton in a short period of time, and his desire to play more has grown immensely. I would definitely recommend this group to any aspiring chess player."
TKS Parent - Timberlin Creek Elementary (Jacksonville Area, Fall 2022)
"This experience has been phenomenal! My son is so encouraged by the coach every single session, and he has grown to absolutely love chess. Coach's positivity and joy is so contagious! I’ve never been a part of any club or class of any kind with a better leader!"
TKS Parent - Liberty Christian School (Fort Worth Area, Fall 2022)
"Ethan is in second grade and has attended The Knight School for three years, including summer camps. His skill at chess continues to steadily improve, and this year he was asked to join the city-wide varsity team! He loves chess and asks to participate in every event—what more could a mom want!"
TKS Mom - Oak Forest Elementary (Houston Area, Spring 2022)
"We have been a part of TKS for 3 yrs. I now have 3 children that participate and love staying for chess! I can see how their chess knowledge is overflowing into other areas of their lives. My son who struggles with confidence and self esteem is learning to navigate his anxieties and stress through chess. I love that kids learn how to manage risk through a fun and challenging way. Thank you for fostering a safe and in person way to learn, have fun, and develop friendships."
Kristi T. (TKS Mom) - Ponte Vedra Beach School (Jacksonville Area, Spring 2022)
"The Knight School Chess club at Palencia has been great for our Kindergarten son. He has thrived, had a blast and learned so much. He is enjoying playing and beating his parents and grandparents in the game. We will definitely sign up next year!"
Elizabeth P. (TKS Mom) - Palencia Elementary (Jacksonville Area, Spring 2022)
"Coach Brooks makes learning chess very fun. My son is always so excited on Chess day and feels like it is such a privilege to participate. I’m incredibly impressed how much my son has retained about the game in a few lessons. Excited to sign up next year!"
Amanda H. (TKS Mom) - Care Child Development (Birmingham Area, Spring 2022)
"The Knight School chess club is the highlight of my daughter's week. She has been challenged, respected, and taught a lasting appreciation for the game of chess. The wristband system is a terrific tool for celebrating small wins and allowing her a visual representation of her growing skill set. The skills, resilience, and courage she gained will be with her always."
Jessica (TKS Mom) - Chagrin Falls School (Cleveland Area, Spring 2022)
"The Knight School is my son’s very favorite activity. He does invite his friends. I just picked his chess set up off the floor where we had family over and he was teaching them to play chess. We plan to stay with Knight school as long as possible."
Leslie R. (TKS Mom) - Thales Academy (Research Triangle Area, Spring 2022)
"My kids have grown in their chess skills so much these past 2 years. Most importantly, I saw my 6 year old go from throwing fits and crying at making a wrong move to accepting his mistakes and being able to shake hands and "good game" the opponent when he lost. My 8 year old daughter is more confident too. Coach is so very kind. The class is fun and orderly all at the same time. Coach has had great communication with us parents as questions arise. Thanks so much for all the at home resources. The parent video lessons are super!"
Amber D. (TKS Mom) - Arma Dei Academy (Denver Area, Spring 2022)
"Our son absolutely loves the after-school chess program. He knew nothing about chess before he started the program (1st grade) and, by the end of the school year, he's quite the chess player! Now he's looking forward to attending the summer camp sessions."
Meredith K. (TKS Mom) - Bridgepoint School (Austin Area, Spring 2022)