Chess Program
Chess to Enjoy
Chess to Enjoy programs invite chess players who already have a complete understanding of the rules and some playing experience to come and develop their skills. There are two levels, for those who are just starting and for more experienced players. Each lesson is organized as a combination of a short lecture accompanied by a set of analyze-and-solve-together exercises and followed by practice games in the second part. Parents are welcome to stay, observe, and even learn alongside their children.
IN-PERSON in Redmond
Meet the Instructor
Andrey Yatsenko
Coach Andrey Yatsenko is a long-time math teacher and an
experienced chess player. He also is proficient in many other
strategic games. After retiring from a successful career in
software development, Andrey decided that it is time for him to
start doing what he really enjoys – teaching kids. His approach
emphasizes understanding, practice, and enjoyment of the game.
Invite your children to join our Chess class for a trial lesson
with coach Andrey - they will love it.
Testimonials
"The Chess Program tends to fly under the radar but it's fantastic. Coach Andrey comes in incredibly well prepared every single week and his class review notes are so solid, they could honestly be published as a book."
About the program
HOW CLASSES WORK
A thoughtful and structured learning experience
Teacher's approach
Foster love and appreciation for chess as an exciting, logical game while using it as a tool to develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Weekly chess homework
After each class, students receive a carefully selected set of chess puzzles and exercises to reinforce the concepts from class.
Personalized parent updates
Teacher sends weekly individualized updates so families understand what students worked on and how they are progressing.
Small-group instruction
Every student participates, asks questions, and receives individual attention. Parents are welcome to stay, obeserve, and learn alongside their children.
Who thrives here
A great fit for students who…
- Enjoy strategy, planning, and solving puzzles
- Like discovering patterns and ideas through games
- Interested in understanding positions, not just memorizing moves
- Appreciate learning from an experienced and encouraging coach.
News
New This Year: Robotic Chess Smartboards
This year, our chess classes will feature robotic and electronic chess smartboards — the Chessnut Move and Chessnut Air. These boards bring a modern, hands on experience to over the board play and help students learn more effectively.
This means we can review and analyze students' games during class, helping them understand their decisions, spot patterns, and improve faster — all while keeping the fun and feel of traditional over the board play.
Not sure where to start?
Not sure which class is right for your child?
Contact us, and
we will help you find the right level and schedule a free trial
class.
