CHEVALIER NOIR ACADEMY SUMMER CHESS PROGRAM - 2008

Young Beginners:

WHO:   Ages 5 and 6
WHEN:   June 16-20, 2008
TIME:   1:00-2:00 PM
COST:   $20.00

The very early beginner with no knowledge of the game can come and be introduced to the fascinating game of chess! Names of the pieces, how they move, and simple tactics will be presented in this week long introductory class.

Beginner 1:

WHO:   Ages 7 and above
WHEN:   June 16-27, 2008 (Monday-Friday)
TIME:   2:30-3:30 PM
COST:   $50.00

The perfect opportunity to learn a game that will last a lifetime! No experience or knowledge of the game required for participation. Students will learn the names and movements of the pieces, check and checkmate and how to achieve both, basic tactics and strategy, and other information needed to navigate the basic levels of play. Class limited to 14.

Intermediate I:

WHO:   Ages 7 and above
WHEN:  July 21-25, 2008
TIME:   1:00-2:3 0PM
COST:   $45.00

This class is for the student who has played for at least one year and would like to add depth to their game. Various checkmates, tactics, openings, notation and clock play will be introduced. Students who participate can expect to add more strategy and meaning to their play.

Intermediate II:

WHO:  Ages 8 and above with experience
WHEN:   August 11-15, 2008
TIME:   3:00-4:30 PM
COST:   $45.00

This class is intended for the experienced chess player that has played competitively for at least one year. Students will add to their repertoire of openings, be introduced to some middle game strategies, and a smattering of critical endgame studies.

Advanced:

WHO:   Experienced tournament players only
WHEN:  August 11-15, 2008
TIME:   2:30-4:30 PM   
COST: $70.00

This class is only for the advanced player who has tournament experience and a rating of at least 1200. Advanced class will examine fundamental endgame situations with an emphasis on obtaining thematic knowledge. Players can expect to leave the class confident as to how to proceed in any endgame position.

CLASS MAXIMUM: Classes will be limited to a maximum of ten players per session.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Registration must be completed two weeks before the first day of class.

WHERE:  East Mesa (Power and McDowell)

CONTACT: Joan or Phillip Harmonick, 480-641-1277, dharmonick@cox.net for more information and to register