David Beginner Wednesday, Green Lake
2026-01-14 16:30 - 17:15, 2026-01-21 16:30 - 17:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Green Lake, 7212 Woodlawn Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Wednesday Beginner Classes at Green Lake
A weekly class on Wednesday by David Roper, FIDE Master.
Students learn sportsmanship, how to play with a clock, record their games, basic opening plays, and much more!
Beginners class is best for those with ratings up to 700.
Booster class is ideal for ratings 700 to 1100.
Intermediate class is best for ratings up to 1100+ and up.
Is this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes.
This class is held in person in our Green Lake office at regular capacity.
We encourage students to create a free ChessKid.com account to play and practice between lessons!
Thanks, Coach David

David Booster Wednesday, Green Lake
2026-01-14 17:30 - 18:20, 2026-01-21 17:30 - 18:20 | Green Lake, 7212 Woodlawn Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Wednesday Booster Class at Green Lake
A weekly class to improve and practice your chess skills by David Roper, FIDE Master.
We teach powerful chess tools to get ahead in the game:

Strategy lessons and cool openings
Tactics
Homework

Is this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes.
This class is held in our Green Lake office at regular capacity.
We encourage students to create a free ChessKid.com account to play and practice between lessons!
Thanks, Coach David

Orlov Intermediate Wednesday, Redmond
2026-01-14 17:45 - 18:45, 2026-01-21 17:45 - 18:45 | Redmond, 4174 148th Ave NE, Building I, Suite M, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Wednesday Intermediate Classes in Redmond
A weekly class in person on Wednesdays by IM Georgi Orlov.
This class is designed for Intermediate level players and is very helpful for tournament players. Is this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes.
We encourage all our intermediate students to create a free Chess.com account and join our Orlov Academy club. They offer puzzles, games and our friendly online club tournaments.
Thanks, Coach Orlov

Cascadia Thursday Chess, Winter 2026
2026-01-15 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-01-22 14:30 - 16:00 | Cascadia Elementary, 1700 N 90th St, Seattle, WA, 98103
Grades: 2-5 for those who are starting out or will benefit from more basic instruction.
Signups begin on Dec 8th.
Join Cascadia Elementary Chess Club!
Learn tactics and strategies of chess, solve chess puzzles and play chess with your friends!
Each class will begin with a chess lesson, with the instructor introducing a chess subject to the students. Subjects include opening strategy, chess tactics, checkmating patterns, and more. After that, chess puzzles will be offered, and students will finish the class with playing time. They may play with their friends or the coach will assign games per skill level.
Knowledge of chess moves and rules is required.
To get started, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!
Where: Room tbd
When: Thursdays 2:30 – 4:00 pm

January
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15
22
29

February
5
12
*
26

March
5
12
19
.

* No class on Feb 19

Cost: $216 for 9 classes
To register, buy a Series Pass here on this same web page.
Refunds through 2nd class, cancellation fee $37, no refunds after.
Minimum of 8 students to hold class, max 14 students.
Chess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com, 206-387-1253

Matheia Fall/Winter 2025
2026-01-16 15:45 - 16:45, 2026-01-23 15:45 - 16:45 | Salmon Bay Elementary, 1810 NW 65th St., Seattle, 98117, United States
Grades: 1-5
After-school instructional chess club held at Salmon Bay Elementary School located in Ballard.
Knowledge of chess moves and rules is required.
To get started in chess, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!
Students will be paired by age and ability as appropriate.
When: 3:45 – 4:45 pm Fridays
Room: TBD
Fall Series: 16 Classes

October
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17
24
31

November
7
14
21
*

December
5
*
*
*

January
9
16
23
30

February
*
13
20
27

March
6
*
*
27

* No class Nov 28
* No class Dec 12, 19, 26
* No class Jan 2
* No class Feb 6
* No class Mar 13, 20

Cost: $20.50/session plus sales tax. Register your child in advance!
Refunds through 2nd class, cancellation fee $37, no refunds after.
Minimum of 8 students to hold class, max 16 students.
Chess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com, 206-387-1253

Ryan Beginner Friday, Redmond
2026-01-16 17:30, 2026-01-23 17:30 | Redmond, 4174 148th Ave NE, Building I, Suite M, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Friday Beginner Classes in Redmond
A weekly class on Friday afternoons by Chess Expert Ryan Ackerman.
Students learn sportsmanship, how to play with a clock, record their games, basic strategies, solid opening plays, and much more! The class includes chess lesson time and student playing time (students play each other).
Beginners class is best for those with NWSRS ratings from 300 to 700 or unrated.
This is an ongoing class, so we recommend that students create a free ChessKid.com account to learn basic chess moves and piece names. It’s also a great way to practice between lessons!
Is this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes.
Booster classes are ideal for NWSRS ratings 700 to 1100.
Intermediate classes are best for NWSRS ratings of 1100 and up.
In Person! This Friday class is held in person in our Redmond office at regular capacity.
Thanks, Coach Ryan

Friday Night Quads
2026-01-16 18:20 - 21:00, 2026-01-23 18:20 - 21:00 | Redmond, 4174 148th Ave NE, Building I, Suite M, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Our weekly Friday Night Quads Tournament will pair 4 students of similar chess skill together for 3 exciting and rated chess games! This NWSRS-rated event is a great way to practice skills and establish or maintain an official chess rating.
Live game analysis is offered between rounds by a coach with years of tournament experience, or when students finish all 3 of their games.
Format: Game/25 with 5-second delay, 3 rounds, NWSRS rated.
Where: Friday Night Quads are held in our Redmond office.
We encourage you to register early. Accordingly, the price goes up $3 on the Wednesday before the event.

Schedule:

6:15 PM
Doors open

6:20 PM
Arrive by 6:20 so the tournament can start on time

6:30 PM
Players must be already on site or call ahead, 425-345-9731

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Pairings are announced, take your seat

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Rules review, if any players are new to tournaments

6:35 PM
Round 1 Begins

Subsequent rounds start when both players have finished previous games

Between rounds the players have an optional 5 minute break

Event ends when all games conclude

Orlov Booster Saturday, Redmond
2026-01-17 14:30 - 15:20, 2026-01-24 14:30 - 15:20 | Redmond, 4174 148th Ave NE, Building I, Suite M, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Orlov Booster Saturday, Redmond
A weekly class on Saturdays held in-person in the Redmond OCA office conducted by IM Georgi Orlov.
Booster Classes are perfect for beginners that have played some chess, know the moves, have played a chess tournament, and could use some direction to become an Intermediate player.
Is this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes.
Once in a while, in case a WCF event is held in our Redmond office space on a Saturday, please join us for a make-up session the following Tuesday.
In the rare situation this Booster class is held online, we will use ChessKid.com. I’ve created free memberships for people. Students may use these accounts to practice their chess and play games as much as they like! These free accounts allow them to play Fast Chess games, solve 3 daily puzzles, access beginner content, read ChessKid articles, and play against the infamous Bots. If you would like full, unlimited access to the whole site with all of its bells and whistles, consider upgrading to a Gold membership.
Thanks, Coach Orlov
206-387-1253

Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2026-01-19 | WA
Some classes may be cancelled; please check your schedule carefully.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2026 falls on Monday, January 19, 2026, honoring his birthday (January 15, 1929) as a federal holiday, designated as a National Day of Service for community action and reflection on justice and equality.

Orlov Intermediate Monday, Redmond
2026-01-19 17:45 - 18:45, 2026-01-26 17:45 - 18:45 | Redmond, 4174 148th Ave NE, Building I, Suite M, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
We’ll hold this class when we have four interested students. Does Monday 5:45 pm work for you? Please email Coach Georgi Orlov at info@chessplayer.com to show interest and be on the wait list.
Monday Intermediate Classes in Redmond
A weekly class in person on Mondays by IM Georgi Orlov.
This class is designed for Intermediate level players (rating 1100 NW+ or 900+ USCF) and is very helpful for tournament players. Is this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes.
We encourage all our intermediate students to create a free Chess.com account and join our Orlov Academy club. They offer puzzles, games and our friendly online club tournaments.
Thanks, Coach Orlov

Carnation Winter 2026
2026-01-20 08:00 - 09:00 | Carnation Elementary, 4950 Tolt Avenue, Carnation, 98014, United States
Grades: 1 – 5
When & Where: 8:00 – 9:00 am Tuesdays, Cafeteria
Knowledge of chess moves is required.
Each class will begin with a chess lesson, with the instructor introducing a chess subject to the students. Subjects include opening strategy, chess tactics, checkmating patterns, and more. After that, chess puzzles will be offered, and students will finish the class with playing time. They may play with their friends, or the coach will assign games per skill level.
Winter Series (11 classes!)

January
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13
20
27

February
3
10
17
24

March
3
10
17
24

Cost: $220 for 11 classes
Register your child in advance!
Limited space, sign up early, first come, first served!!
Minimum of 8 students, max 16 students.
Refunds through 2nd class; less $37, no refunds after.
Join the Chess Club with Orlov Chess Academy!
Improve your problem-solving skills, train your memory, think, and plan ahead. Learn chess tactics, solve chess puzzles, play competitive and just-for-fun games! Workbooks and other teaching materials are provided, just come ready to learn!
Chess Class Questions to: info@chessplayer.com, (206) 387-1253

Orlov Booster Tuesday, Redmond
2026-01-20 17:45 - 18:35 | Redmond, 4174 148th Ave NE, Building I, Suite M, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
A weekly class in person on Tuesdays by IM Georgi Orlov.
Orlov Booster Tuesday enrollments are at capacity and we’re not accepting new students. If you have recently attended, please continue signing up for more sessions! Otherwise, we invite new students to try one of our other great Booster classes.
Booster Classes are perfect for beginners that have played some chess, know the moves, have played a chess tournament, and could use some direction to become an Intermediate player.
Is this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes.
This class is held at our Redmond office at regular capacity.
We encourage students to create a free ChessKid.com account to play and practice between lessons!
Again, we love returning students in our Booster Tuesday class so go ahead and renew your registration. Sorry, we’re not able to accommodate new students entering into this one class.
Thanks, Coach Orlov
206-387-1253

St. Benedict Winter 2026
2026-01-21 14:00 - 15:00 | St. Benedict Catholic School, 4811 Wallingford Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Grades: 1-5
After-school instructional chess club at St. Benedict Catholic School.
Knowledge of chess moves and rules is required.
To get started in chess, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!
Each class will begin with a chess lesson, with the instructor introducing a chess subject to the students. Subjects include opening strategy, chess tactics, checkmating patterns, and more. After that, chess puzzles will be offered, and students will finish the class with playing time. They may play with their friends or the coach will assign games per skill level.
Where: Auditorium
When: Wednesdays 2:00 – 3:00 pm

January
7
14
21
28

February
4
11
18
25

March
4
11
.
.

Cost: $225 for 10 classes
To register, buy a Series Pass here on this same web page.
Refunds through 2nd class, cancellation fee $37, no refunds after.
Minimum of 8 students to hold class, max 16 students.
Chess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com, 206-387-1253

Global Idea Winter 2026
2026-01-21 15:15 - 16:15 | Global Idea School, 9900 Willows Rd NE, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Global Idea Winter 2026
Improve your skills, join your classmates and play chess together!
Knowledge of chess moves and rules is required.
To get started in chess, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!
Room: tbd
Grades: 1-5
Each class begins with a chess lesson, with the instructor introducing a chess subject to the students. Subjects include opening strategy, chess tactics, checkmating patterns, and more. After that, chess puzzles will be offered, and students will finish the class with playing time. They may play with their friends, or the coach will assign games per skill level.
When: 3:15 – 4:15 pm Wednesdays

January
.
14
21
28

February
4
*
*
25

March
*
11
18
25

* No class Feb 11 and 18, or March 4.

Cost: $216 for 8 classes ($27 per session)
To register, buy a Series Pass here on this web page.
Refunds through 2nd class, less $37, no refunds after.
Minimum of 8 students to hold class, maximum 16 students.
Sign up today! First come, first served!
Chess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com, 206-387-1253

Tambark Creek Winter 2026
2026-01-22 15:35 - 16:35 | Tambark Creek Elementary, 4419 180th Street SE, Bothell, WA, 98012, United States
Grades: 1-5
When: 3:35 – 4:35 pm Thursdays
Where: Library
Winter Series: 8 Sessions

January
.
.
22
29

February
5
12
*
26

March
5
12
*
*

April
2
.
.
.

* No class on Feb 19, Mar 19, Mar 26.

Cost: $172 for 8 classes
Join your classmates to play chess together!
This is a popular activity with limited space, so sign up early!
Knowledge of chess moves and rules is recommended.
Train your memory, focus and plan. Learn chess tactics, solve puzzles, play competitive and just-for-fun games! All materials are provided, just come ready to learn!
Refunds through 2nd class, less $37, no refunds after.
Minimum of 8 students to hold class, maximum 18 students.
Sign up today! First come, first served!
Chess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com, 206-387-1253

Mill Creek Winter 2026
2026-01-22 15:35 - 16:35 | Mill Creek Elementary, 3400 148th St. SE, Mill Creek, WA, 98012
Grades: 1-5
Join Mill Creek Elementary Chess Club!
Learn tactics and strategies of chess, solve chess puzzles and play chess with your friends!
Each Class will begin with a chess lesson, with the instructor introducing a chess subject to the students. Subjects include opening strategy, chess tactics, checkmating patterns, and more. After that, chess puzzles will be offered, and students will finish the class with playing time. They may play with their friends, or the coach will assign games per skill level.
Knowledge of moves and rules is recommended.
To get started, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!
Where: Library
When: Thursdays 3:35 – 4:35 pm
Winter Series: 10 Sessions

January
.
.
22
29

February
5
12
*
26

March
5
12
19
26

April
2
.
.
.

* No class Feb 19.

Cost: $200 for 10 classes
Refunds through 2nd class, cancellation fee $37, no refunds after.
Minimum 6 students to hold class, maximum 18 students.
This is a popular activity with limited space, so sign up early!
First come, first served!
Chess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com, 206-387-1253

Westhill Winter 2026
2026-01-22 16:05 - 17:05 | Westhill Elementary, 19515 88th Ave NE, Bothell, 98011
Grades: 1-5
Knowledge of chess moves and rules is required.
To get started in chess, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!
Each class will begin with a chess lesson, with the instructor introducing a chess subject to the students. Subjects include opening strategy, chess tactics, checkmating patterns, and more. After that, chess puzzles will be offered, and students will finish the class with playing time. They may play with their friends, or the coach will assign games per skill level.
This is a popular activity with limited space, so sign up early!! First come, first served!
Where: Room 6
When: Thursdays 4:05 – 5:05 pm

January
.
.
22
29

February
5
12
*
26

March
5
12
19
.

* No class on Feb 19.

Cost: $160 for 8 classes
To register, buy a Series Pass here on this same web page.
Refunds through 2nd class, cancellation fee $37, no refunds after.
Minimum of 8 students to hold class, maximum 16 students.
Parent Volunteer Discount: full scholarship for volunteering at all sessions
Chess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com, 206-387-1253

Holy Rosary Winter 2026
2026-01-26 13:40 - 14:40 | Holy Rosary School, 770 Aloha Street, Edmonds, WA, 98020, United States
Grades: 2 – 6
Keep playing chess with your friends after school!
This is an instructional chess club at Holy Rosary School in Edmonds.
Knowledge of chess moves and rules is recommended.
To get started in chess, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!
Students will be paired by age and ability as appropriate.
Room: to be announced
When: Mondays 1:40 – 2:40 pm

January
.
12
*
26

February
2
9
*
23

March
2
9
16
23
30

April
*
13
.
.

* No meeting on 1/19, 2/16, 4/6.

Cost: $217.25 for 11 classes
Register your child in advance!
Refunds through 2nd class, cancellation fee $37, no refunds after.
Maximum 16 students.
Chess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com, 206-387-1253

Assumption St. Bridget Winter 2026
2026-01-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Assumption St. Bridget, 6220 32nd Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115
Grades: 2-5
Chess Club with Josh Sinanan, National Master
Knowledge of chess moves and rules is required.
To get started, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!
Join your classmates and keep playing chess together!
Each class will begin with a chess lesson, with the instructor introducing a chess subject to the students. Subjects include opening strategy, chess tactics, checkmating patterns, and more. After that, chess puzzles will be offered, and students will finish the class with playing time. They may play with their friends or the coach will assign games per skill level.
Where: Room E8, Mrs. Myers’ room
When: 2:00 – 3:00 pm Mondays

January
5
12
*
26

February
2
9
*
23

March
2
.
.
.

* No class on Jan 19 or Feb 16

Cost: $171 for 7 Sessions
Refunds through 2nd class, cancellation fee $37, no refunds after.
Minimum of 6 students to hold class, maximum 20 students.
This club is for Grades 2 through 5.
To register, buy a Series Pass here on this same web page.
Chess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com, 206-387-1253

Cascadia Monday Chess, Winter 2026
2026-01-26 14:30 - 16:00 | Cascadia Elementary, 1700 N 90th St, Seattle, WA, 98103
Grades: 2-5 for those who have a little more chess experience.
Join Cascadia Elementary Chess Club!
Learn tactics and strategies of chess, solve chess puzzles and play chess with your friends!
Each class will begin with a chess lesson, with the instructor introducing a chess subject to the students. Subjects include opening strategy, chess tactics, checkmating patterns, and more. After that, chess puzzles will be offered, and students will finish the class with playing time. They may play with their friends or the coach will assign games per skill level.
Chess Club with 1994 US Open Champion IM Georgi Orlov, USCF 2500
Knowledge of chess moves and rules is required.
To get started, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!
Where: Room tbd
When: Winter Series on Mondays 2:30 – 4:00 pm

January
.
12
*
26

February
2
9
*
23

March
2
9
16
.

* No class on Jan 19 and Feb 16.

Cost: $192 for 8 classes ($24 /class)
To register, buy a Series Pass here on this same web page.
Refunds through 2nd class, cancellation fee $37, no refunds after.
Minimum of 8 students to hold class, max 18 students.
Chess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com, 206-387-1253

Josh Beginner Monday, Green Lake
2026-01-26 18:00 - 18:45 | Green Lake, 7212 Woodlawn Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Monday Beginner Class in Seattle
A weekly class on Monday afternoons by NM Joshua Sinanan.
Students learn sportsmanship, how to play with a clock, record their games, solid opening plays, and much more!
Beginners class is best for those with ratings 500 to 700.
Booster class is ideal for ratings 700 to 1100.
Intermediate class is best for ratings up to 1100+ and up.
Is this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes.
In Person! This Monday class is held in person in our Green Lake office at regular capacity.
We encourage students to create a free ChessKid.com account to play and practice between lessons!
Thanks, Coach Josh
