STUDY CHESS THE  SUCCESS WAY THIS SUMMER IN SAN JOSE, FREMONT, OR SARATOGA!      OUR PROGRAM -- * involves critical thinking * cultivates visualization skills * improves problem solving skills * teaches concentration and self-discipline * rewards determination and perseverance * raises self-esteem * promotes good sportsmanship * encourages socialization skills that extend across cultures and generations * is fun! OUR STAFF -- * are experienced chess instructors and coaches * include professional school teachers * include International Masters, FIDE Masters, Senior Masters, National Masters -- all part of our regular teaching staff * will provide classes for all chess skill levels that are academic and fun at the same time       SAN JOSE JUNE 23-JULY 3 BEGINNERS: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED: 1:30 PM-4:30 PM HARKER MIDDLE SCHOOL 3800 Blackford Ave., San Jose * A two week program from June 23 through July 3 (no classes on weekends or July 4) for children ages 4 to 14. Cost: $180 for first week, $144 for second week, or $280 for both weeks (with family discounts) - which includes a program T-shirt, certificates and for two-week campers, special chess awards. * You can enroll for one or two weeks - except for beginners.  The beginner class will go from June 23 to July 3, with a cost of $280. * Two sessions: the first session from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM is for beginners, and the second session from 1:30 PM until 4:30 PM is for intermediate or advanced players. * Classes held at Harker Middle School, 3800 Blackford Ave., San Jose, CA 95117. A small snack will be provided at break time. * SCS instructors will guide learning and play through rewards and positive reinforcement for all levels of players--those who know nothing about chess to very experienced players. * Class instructors from our full-time staff. * Advanced players will participate in structured tournament play for half the time with their games being analyzed with their opponents and instructors. * To register, click on the "Online Application" button below. FREMONT JULY 7-JULY 18 1:30 PM-4:30 PM OLIVEIRA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4180 Alder Avenue, Fremont * A two week program from July 7 through July 18 (no classes on weekends) for children ages 4 to 14.  Cost: $180 per week, or $310 for both weeks (with family discounts) - which includes a program T-shirt, certificates and for two-week campers, special chess awards. * You can enroll for one or two weeks - except for beginners.  The beginner class will go from July 7 to July 18, with a cost of $310. * From 1:30 PM until 4:30 PM at Oliveira Elementary School, 4180 Alder Avenue, Fremont, CA 94536. A small snack will be provided at break time. * SCS instructors will guide learning and play through rewards and positive reinforcement for all levels of players--those who know nothing about chess to very experienced players. * Class instructors from our full-time staff. * Advanced players will participate in structured tournament play for half the time with their games being analyzed with their opponents and instructors. * To register, click on the "Online Application" button below.   LOS GATOS-SARATOGA JULY 21-AUGUST 1 9:30 AM-12:30 PM ARGONAUT ELEMENTARY 13200 Shadow Mountain Dr, Saratoga UPDATE - LOCATION CHANGED TO FOOTHILL ELEMENTARY 13919 Lynde Avenue, Saratoga Two one week sessions except for the beginners. The beginner class which will go from July 21 to August 1. FOR COMPLETE DETAILS AND REGISTRATION VISIT THE LOS GATOS-SARATOGA EDUCATION AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT (LGS) WEBSITE BY CLICKING HERE OR CALL LGS AT (408) 354-8700.  Class Age/Gr Days Time Location Mtgs. Dates Fee Success Chess- Beg. 4-14 yrs. Mon.- Fri. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM Foothill School 10 7/21 - 8/1 $349 Success Chess- Int. 4-14 yrs. Mon.- Fri. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM Foothill School 5 7/21 - 7/25 $189 Success Chess- Int. 4-14 yrs. Mon.- Fri. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM Foothill School 5 7/28 - 8/1 $189 Success Chess- Adv. 4-14 yrs. Mon.- Fri. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM Foothill School 5 7/21 - 7/25 $189 Success Chess- Adv. 4-14 yrs. Mon.- Fri. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM Foothill School 5 7/28 - 8/1 $189 BEGINNER--This course is designed to teach chess to children who have no knowledge of the game. Students will learn pawn and piece movements as well as the fundamentals of the beginning, the middle and the end game. Students will always touch and use equipment.  Part of  the class will be board demonstrations and part practical interaction. INTERMEDIATE--This course is designed for students who already know the basics of how to play chess. Principles of tactics and strategy will be taught to prepare students for more rigorous competition.  Students will always touch and use equipment.  Part of the class will be board demonstrations and part practical interaction. ADVANCED--This program is designed for students who have been playing chess in tournaments or have been playing chess for a number of years. Students will improve their chess critical thinking through analyzing their own games along with chess classics.  Students will always touch and use equipment.  Part of the class will be board demonstrations and part practical interaction.

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