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Our programs

Every great player
starts somewhere.

Find your level

Our pathway meets each learner where they are, then gives them the coaching, challenge, and encouragement to keep moving forward.

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The KCI pathway

Learn. Develop.
Compete.

Placement is based on age, experience, and a simple skills assessment. Every student starts in the environment where they can learn confidently and be properly challenged.

01Foundation
Ages 5–8

Young Knights

A playful, carefully guided first encounter with chess.

  • ✓How the pieces move
  • ✓Board awareness
  • ✓Pattern recognition
  • ✓Taking turns & fair play
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02Development
Ages 9–13

Rising Players

Structured training for young players ready to think deeper.

  • ✓Tactical foundations
  • ✓Opening principles
  • ✓Planning & calculation
  • ✓Tournament readiness
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03Performance
Ages 14+

Elite Academy

Serious coaching for ambitious and competitive players.

  • ✓Advanced calculation
  • ✓Game analysis
  • ✓Competition strategy
  • ✓Personal training plans
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How progress works

Growth you can see.
Confidence they can feel.

  1. 01
    Assess

    We understand the player’s current knowledge, habits, and goals.

  2. 02
    Place

    We match them with the right level, coach, and learning format.

  3. 03
    Develop

    Lessons combine instruction, guided play, practice, and feedback.

  4. 04
    Advance

    Regular reviews reveal progress and signal when the next level is ready.

Ways to learn

Chess training that fits
real family life.

01

Group academy

Learn alongside peers in energetic, level-matched weekly sessions.

Weekly sessions
02

Private coaching

One-to-one instruction shaped around the player’s goals and progress.

Flexible scheduling
03

Holiday camps

Focused, social chess experiences during school breaks.

Seasonal programs
04

Online training

Live guided coaching for learners joining from anywhere.

Remote access
The KCI experience

Serious learning.
Genuinely enjoyable.

Children progress best when they feel both challenged and supported. Our sessions balance clear instruction with purposeful games, problem-solving, reflection, and plenty of moments to enjoy the board.

Level-matched groupsQualified coachesProgress feedbackSafe learning spaces
Not sure where to begin?

We’ll help you find
the right first move.

Tell us a little about the student and our team will recommend the most suitable program and level.

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