The purpose of private lessons is to provide students with opportunity to have one on one lessons with the instructor in order to improve the student in certain areas of his or her game. Private lessons include an initial assessment where the instructor will determine the player's strengths and weaknesses, and then custom tailor a lesson plan to suit the player's needs.

Students who are interested in competing in chess tournaments or who are interested in becoming better chess players are encouraged to sign up for private lessons! Private lessons allow the instructor to personalize instruction for the student and advance his or her skills. However, please keep in mind that private lessons will require that students put in a lot of hard work and dedication in order to achieve their goals. The instructor is not capable of teaching student how to be a grandmaster, the student must be active in how they learn and study.

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, all classes will be run VIRTUALLY, through zoom until further notice. The instructor will send the student a link prior the beginning of the lesson so that the student can join the lesson. Upon approval from local organizations, private lessons will transition into in-person upon discretion of the student and parent.

There are 3 different types of private lessons that you can register for, each spanning a different amount of time. The price of all chess classes is half the time of the lesson. For example, a 60-minute lesson will cost $30. When registering, you will select the option that best suits your student and is most cost-effective for you. The options for these lessons are listed below:

• 45 minute Private Lesson – $22 per lesson / per student

• 60 Minute Private Lesson – $30 per lesson / per student

• 90 minute Private Lesson – $45 per lesson / per student

If you are interested in a longer lesson, please contact the instructor for quote.

** Warning: If the student does not consistently complete the required assignments given by the instructor, the parent will be charged extra for the time required for the instructor to compensate the learning not done in between classes **

Based on your students age, level of interest, and financial capabilities, please select the best option for you and your student. Please understand that the commitment price must be payed before the beginning of the first lesson.

Family Package Discounts

If you have more than one family member (student) signing up, you are eligible for a family package discount on your private. Each student that signs up from your family, gets 15% off of the total price of their classes. (Effective 06/17 @ 5pm)

To maximize the effectiveness of private lessons, it is recommended for students to have lessons 1 – 2 times a week depending on his or her schedule. Arrangements should be made with the instructor to have constant times each week dedicated to having a lesson. This will allow for a consistent schedule, maximizing student learning and performance. Availability of the instructor can be seen in the sign-up form.

The same methods of payment apply for private lessons and group classes. Please view our Payment Policy Section F for more details.