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SUMMARY:Josh Intermediate Monday\, Green Lake
DESCRIPTION:Monday Intermediate Classes in Seattle\nA weekly in-person class on Mondays by NM Joshua Sinanan. \nNote: Our Green Lake office is closed next week for Memorial Day on 5/26. No class next week. \nThis 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. \nIn Person! This Monday class is held in our Green Lake office at regular capacity. \nWe 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. \nThanks\, Coach Josh
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/josh-intermediate-monday-05-19/
LOCATION:Green Lake\, 7212 Woodlawn Ave NE\, Seattle\, WA\, 98115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Green Lake,Intermediate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T090000
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SUMMARY:Carnation Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades: 1-5.\nWhen & Where: 8:00 – 9:00 am Tuesdays\, Cafeteria\nKnowledge of chess moves is required. \nEach 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. \nSpring Series (7 classes!):\nApril 29\nMay 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\nJune 3\, 10 \nCost: Spring Series $140 for 7 classes; Register your child in advance!\nLimited space\, sign up early\, first come\, first served!!\nMinimum of 8 students\, max 16 students. \nRefunds through 2nd class; less $37\, no refunds after. \nJoin the Chess Club with Orlov Chess Academy!\nImprove 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! \n\nChess Class Questions to:  info@chessplayer.com\, (206) 387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/carnation-spring-2025/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Carnation Elementary\, 4950 Tolt Avenue\, Carnation\, 98014\, United States
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T183500
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SUMMARY:Orlov Booster Tuesday\, Redmond
DESCRIPTION:A weekly class in person on Tuesdays by IM Georgi Orlov. \nOrlov 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.\nBooster 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. \nIs this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes. \nThis class is held at our Redmond office at regular capacity. \nWe encourage students to create a free ChessKid.com account to play and practice between lessons! \nAgain\, 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. \nThanks\, Coach Orlov\n206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/orlov-booster-tuesday-05-20/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Booster,Classes,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T143500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T153500
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UID:10006105-1747838100-1747841700@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Westhill Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades: 1-5\nKnowledge of chess moves and rules is required.\nTo get started in chess\, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful! \nEach 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. \nThis is a popular activity with limited space\, so sign up early!! First come\, first served!\nWhere: Room TBD \nWhen: Wednesdays 2:35 – 3:35 pm\n\n\n\nApril\n\n16\n23\n30\n\n\nMay\n7\n14\n21\n28\n\n\nJune\n4\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost: $160 for 8 classes\n\nMust complete by April 9th!\nRefunds through 2nd class\, cancellation fee $37\, no refunds after.\nMinimum of 8 students to hold class\, max 16 students. \nChess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com\, 206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/westhill-spring-2025/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Westhill Elementary\, 19515 88th Ave NE\, Bothell\, 98011
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T171500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031624Z
UID:10006163-1747845000-1747847700@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:David Beginner Wednesday\, Green Lake
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Beginner Classes at Green Lake\nA weekly class on Wednesday by David Roper\, FIDE Master. \nStudents learn sportsmanship\, how to play with a clock\, record their games\, basic opening plays\, and much more! \nBeginners class is best for those with ratings up to 700.\nBooster class is ideal for ratings 700 to 1100.\nIntermediate class is best for ratings up to 1100+ and up.\nIs this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes. \nThis class is held in person in our Green Lake office at regular capacity. \nWe encourage students to create a free ChessKid.com account to play and practice between lessons! \nThanks\, Coach David
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/david-beginner-wednesday-05-21/
LOCATION:Green Lake\, 7212 Woodlawn Ave NE\, Seattle\, WA\, 98115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner,Classes,Green Lake
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T182000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031331Z
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SUMMARY:David Booster Wednesday\, Green Lake
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Booster Class at Green Lake\nA weekly class to improve and practice your chess skills by David Roper\, FIDE Master. \nWe teach powerful chess tools to get ahead in the game: \n\nStrategy lessons and cool openings\nTactics\nHomework\n\nIs this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes. \nThis class is held in our Green Lake office at regular capacity. \nWe encourage students to create a free ChessKid.com account to play and practice between lessons! \nThanks\, Coach David
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/david-booster-wednesday-05-21/
LOCATION:Green Lake\, 7212 Woodlawn Ave NE\, Seattle\, WA\, 98115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Booster,Classes,Green Lake
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T184500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250302T180826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031345Z
UID:10006180-1747849500-1747853100@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Orlov Intermediate Wednesday\, Redmond
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Intermediate Classes in Redmond\nA weekly class in person on Wednesdays by IM Georgi Orlov. \nThis 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. \nIn Person! This Wednesday class is held in our Redmond office at regular capacity. \nWe 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. \nThanks\, Coach Orlov
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/orlov-intermediate-wednesday-05-21/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Intermediate,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250308T181555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T165944Z
UID:10006362-1747924200-1747929600@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Cascadia Thursday Chess\, Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades: 2-5 for those who are starting out or will benefit from more basic instruction.\nJoin Cascadia Elementary Chess Club!\nLearn tactics and strategies of chess\, solve chess puzzles and play chess with your friends! \nEach 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. \nKnowledge of chess moves and rules is required.\nTo get started\, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful! \nWhere: Room E174\nWhen: Thursdays 2:30 – 4:00 pm\n\n\n\nApril\n24\nMake-up day for Winter!\n\n\nMay\n1\n8\n15\n22\n29\n\n\nJune\n5\n12\n\n\n\n\n\nCost: $154 for 7 classes\nJoin your classmates and keep playing chess together!\nRefunds through 2nd class\, cancellation fee $37\, no refunds after.\nMinimum of 8 students to hold class\, max 14 students. \n\nChess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com\, 206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/cascadia-thursday-chess-spring-2025/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Cascadia Elementary\, 1700 N 90th St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98103
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250313T171143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T171143Z
UID:10006314-1747927800-1747931400@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Mill Creek Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades: 1-5\nJoin Mill Creek Elementary Chess Club!\nLearn tactics and strategies of chess\, solve chess puzzles and play chess with your friends! \nEach 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. \nKnowledge of moves and rules is recommended.\nTo get started\, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful! \nWhere: Library\nWhen: Thursdays 3:30 – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nApril\n\n\n17\n24\n\n\nMay\n1\n–\n15\n22\n29\n\n\nJune\n5\n\n\n\n\n\nNo class May 8th\n\n\n\nCost: $140 for 7 classes\nRefunds through 2nd class\, cancellation fee $37\, no refunds after.\nMinimum 6 students to hold class\, maximum 18 students.\nThis is a popular activity with limited space\, so sign up early!\nFirst come\, first served! \n\nChess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com\, 206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/mill-creek-spring-2025/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Mill Creek Elementary\, 3400 148th St. SE\, Mill Creek\, WA\, 98012
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T153500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T163500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250303T005603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T005603Z
UID:10006213-1747928100-1747931700@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Tambark Creek Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades: 1-5\nWhen: 3:35 – 4:35 pm Thursdays\nWhere: Library \nSpring Series: 9 Sessions\nApril 17\, 24\nMay 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\nJune 5\, 12 \nCost: $175.50 for 9 classes\nJoin your classmates to play chess together!\nKnowledge of chess moves and rules is required. \nRefunds through 2nd class\, less $37\, no refunds after.\nMinimum of 8 students to hold class\, maximum 18 students.\nSign up today and register your child in advance! First come\, first served! \n\nChess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com\, 206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/tambark-creek-spring-2025/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Tambark Creek Elementary\, 4419 180th Street SE\, Bothell\, WA\, 98012\, United States
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T155000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T165000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250314T213014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T033345Z
UID:10006369-1748015400-1748019000@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Northwood Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:When: 3:45 – 4:50 pm Fridays\nRoom: Art Room \nGrades: 1-5\nKnowledge of chess moves and rules is recommended.\nTo get started in chess\, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!\nStudents will be paired by age and ability as appropriate. \nEach 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. \nSpring Series: 7 Sessions \n\n\n\nApril\n1: snow make-up day\n\n\nApril\n.\n.\n.\n25\n\n\n\nMay\n2\n9\n16\n23\n30\n\n\nJune\n6\n.\n.\n.\n\n\n\nCost: $152 for 7 classes\nRegister your child in advance!\nThis is a popular activity with limited space\, so sign up early!\nRefunds through 2nd class\, cancellation fee $37\, no refunds after.\nMinimum of 8 students to hold class\, max 16 students.\nFirst come\, first served! \n\nChess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com\, 206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/northwood-spring-2025/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Northwood Elementary\, 4030 86th Ave SE\, Mercer Island\, WA\, 98040
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T181500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250302T140651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031402Z
UID:10006147-1748021400-1748024100@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Ryan Beginner Friday\, Redmond
DESCRIPTION:Friday Beginner Classes in Redmond\nA weekly class on Friday afternoons by Chess Expert Ryan Ackerman. \nStudents 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). \nBeginners class is best for those with NWSRS ratings from 300 to 700 or unrated. \nThis 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! \nIs this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes. \nBooster classes are ideal for NWSRS ratings 700 to 1100.\nIntermediate classes are best for NWSRS ratings of 1100 and up. \nIn Person! This Friday class is held in person in our Redmond office at regular capacity. \nThanks\, Coach Ryan
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/ryan-beginner-friday-05-23/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner,Classes,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T182000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250302T150648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031415Z
UID:10006155-1748024400-1748034000@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Friday Night Quads
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLive game analysis is offered between rounds by a coach with years of tournament experience\, or when students finish all 3 of their games. \nFormat: Game/25 with 5-second delay\, 3 rounds\, NWSRS rated. \nWhere: Friday Night Quads are held in-person in our Redmond office. \nWe encourage you to register early. Accordingly\, the price goes up $3 on the Wednesday before the event. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 PM\nDoors open\n\n\n6:20 PM\nArrive by 6:20 so the tournament can start on time\n\n\n6:30 PM\nPlayers must be already on site or call ahead\, 425-345-9731\n\n\n→\nPairings are announced\, take your seat\n\n\n→\nRules review\, if any players are new to tournaments\n\n\n6:35 PM\nRound 1 Begins\n\n\n\nSubsequent rounds start when both players have finished previous games\n\n\n\nBetween rounds the players have an optional 5 minute break\n\n\n\nEvent ends when all games conclude
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/friday-night-quads-05-23/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friday Quads,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250524T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250524T152000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250303T190548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T191341Z
UID:10006231-1748097000-1748100000@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Orlov Booster Saturday\, Redmond
DESCRIPTION:Orlov Booster Saturday\, Redmond\nA weekly class on Saturdays held in-person in the Redmond OCA office conducted by IM Georgi Orlov. \nBooster 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. \nIs this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes. \nOnce in a while\, in case a WCF event is held in our Redmond office space on a Saturday\, we invite you to a make-up session the following Tuesday. \nIn 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. \nThanks\, Coach Orlov\n206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/orlov-booster-saturday-05-24/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Booster,Classes,Redmond
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250527
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250205T192103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T152717Z
UID:10005903-1748217600-1748303999@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Memorial Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Our offices are closed today.
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/memorial-day-2025/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs,Camps,Classes,Green Lake,Holiday,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250526T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250526T184500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250303T023904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T023653Z
UID:10006224-1748281500-1748285100@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Orlov Intermediate Monday\, Redmond
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMonday Intermediate Classes in Redmond\nA weekly class in person on Mondays by IM Georgi Orlov. \nThis 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. \nIn Person! This Wednesday class is held in our Redmond office at regular capacity. \nWe 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. \nThanks\, Coach Orlov
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/orlov-intermediate-monday-05-26/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Intermediate,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250302T012452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T012452Z
UID:10006136-1748332800-1748336400@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Carnation Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades: 1-5.\nWhen & Where: 8:00 – 9:00 am Tuesdays\, Cafeteria\nKnowledge of chess moves is required. \nEach 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. \nSpring Series (7 classes!):\nApril 29\nMay 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\nJune 3\, 10 \nCost: Spring Series $140 for 7 classes; Register your child in advance!\nLimited space\, sign up early\, first come\, first served!!\nMinimum of 8 students\, max 16 students. \nRefunds through 2nd class; less $37\, no refunds after. \nJoin the Chess Club with Orlov Chess Academy!\nImprove 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! \n\nChess Class Questions to:  info@chessplayer.com\, (206) 387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/carnation-spring-2025/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:Carnation Elementary\, 4950 Tolt Avenue\, Carnation\, 98014\, United States
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T183500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250303T194140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031450Z
UID:10006242-1748367900-1748370900@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Orlov Booster Tuesday\, Redmond
DESCRIPTION:A weekly class in person on Tuesdays by IM Georgi Orlov. \nOrlov 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.\nBooster 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. \nIs this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes. \nThis class is held at our Redmond office at regular capacity. \nWe encourage students to create a free ChessKid.com account to play and practice between lessons! \nAgain\, 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. \nThanks\, Coach Orlov\n206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/orlov-booster-tuesday-05-27/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Booster,Classes,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T143500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T153500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250228T174244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T013400Z
UID:10006106-1748442900-1748446500@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Westhill Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades: 1-5\nKnowledge of chess moves and rules is required.\nTo get started in chess\, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful! \nEach 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. \nThis is a popular activity with limited space\, so sign up early!! First come\, first served!\nWhere: Room TBD \nWhen: Wednesdays 2:35 – 3:35 pm\n\n\n\nApril\n\n16\n23\n30\n\n\nMay\n7\n14\n21\n28\n\n\nJune\n4\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost: $160 for 8 classes\n\nMust complete by April 9th!\nRefunds through 2nd class\, cancellation fee $37\, no refunds after.\nMinimum of 8 students to hold class\, max 16 students. \nChess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com\, 206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/westhill-spring-2025/2025-05-28/
LOCATION:Westhill Elementary\, 19515 88th Ave NE\, Bothell\, 98011
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T171500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250302T161634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031509Z
UID:10006164-1748449800-1748452500@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:David Beginner Wednesday\, Green Lake
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Beginner Classes at Green Lake\nA weekly class on Wednesday by David Roper\, FIDE Master. \nStudents learn sportsmanship\, how to play with a clock\, record their games\, basic opening plays\, and much more! \nBeginners class is best for those with ratings up to 700.\nBooster class is ideal for ratings 700 to 1100.\nIntermediate class is best for ratings up to 1100+ and up.\nIs this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes. \nThis class is held in person in our Green Lake office at regular capacity. \nWe encourage students to create a free ChessKid.com account to play and practice between lessons! \nThanks\, Coach David
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/david-beginner-wednesday-05-28/
LOCATION:Green Lake\, 7212 Woodlawn Ave NE\, Seattle\, WA\, 98115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner,Classes,Green Lake
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T182000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250302T163255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031521Z
UID:10006172-1748453400-1748456400@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:David Booster Wednesday\, Green Lake
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Booster Class at Green Lake\nA weekly class to improve and practice your chess skills by David Roper\, FIDE Master. \nWe teach powerful chess tools to get ahead in the game: \n\nStrategy lessons and cool openings\nTactics\nHomework\n\nIs this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes. \nThis class is held in our Green Lake office at regular capacity. \nWe encourage students to create a free ChessKid.com account to play and practice between lessons! \nThanks\, Coach David
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/david-booster-wednesday-05-28/
LOCATION:Green Lake\, 7212 Woodlawn Ave NE\, Seattle\, WA\, 98115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Booster,Classes,Green Lake
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T184500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250302T180940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031527Z
UID:10006181-1748454300-1748457900@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Orlov Intermediate Wednesday\, Redmond
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Intermediate Classes in Redmond\nA weekly class in person on Wednesdays by IM Georgi Orlov. \nThis 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. \nIn Person! This Wednesday class is held in our Redmond office at regular capacity. \nWe 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. \nThanks\, Coach Orlov
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/orlov-intermediate-wednesday-05-28/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Intermediate,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250308T181555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T165944Z
UID:10006363-1748529000-1748534400@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Cascadia Thursday Chess\, Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades: 2-5 for those who are starting out or will benefit from more basic instruction.\nJoin Cascadia Elementary Chess Club!\nLearn tactics and strategies of chess\, solve chess puzzles and play chess with your friends! \nEach 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. \nKnowledge of chess moves and rules is required.\nTo get started\, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful! \nWhere: Room E174\nWhen: Thursdays 2:30 – 4:00 pm\n\n\n\nApril\n24\nMake-up day for Winter!\n\n\nMay\n1\n8\n15\n22\n29\n\n\nJune\n5\n12\n\n\n\n\n\nCost: $154 for 7 classes\nJoin your classmates and keep playing chess together!\nRefunds through 2nd class\, cancellation fee $37\, no refunds after.\nMinimum of 8 students to hold class\, max 14 students. \n\nChess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com\, 206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/cascadia-thursday-chess-spring-2025/2025-05-29/
LOCATION:Cascadia Elementary\, 1700 N 90th St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98103
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250313T171143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T171143Z
UID:10006315-1748532600-1748536200@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Mill Creek Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades: 1-5\nJoin Mill Creek Elementary Chess Club!\nLearn tactics and strategies of chess\, solve chess puzzles and play chess with your friends! \nEach 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. \nKnowledge of moves and rules is recommended.\nTo get started\, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful! \nWhere: Library\nWhen: Thursdays 3:30 – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nApril\n\n\n17\n24\n\n\nMay\n1\n–\n15\n22\n29\n\n\nJune\n5\n\n\n\n\n\nNo class May 8th\n\n\n\nCost: $140 for 7 classes\nRefunds through 2nd class\, cancellation fee $37\, no refunds after.\nMinimum 6 students to hold class\, maximum 18 students.\nThis is a popular activity with limited space\, so sign up early!\nFirst come\, first served! \n\nChess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com\, 206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/mill-creek-spring-2025/2025-05-29/
LOCATION:Mill Creek Elementary\, 3400 148th St. SE\, Mill Creek\, WA\, 98012
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T153500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T163500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250303T005603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T005603Z
UID:10006214-1748532900-1748536500@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Tambark Creek Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades: 1-5\nWhen: 3:35 – 4:35 pm Thursdays\nWhere: Library \nSpring Series: 9 Sessions\nApril 17\, 24\nMay 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\nJune 5\, 12 \nCost: $175.50 for 9 classes\nJoin your classmates to play chess together!\nKnowledge of chess moves and rules is required. \nRefunds through 2nd class\, less $37\, no refunds after.\nMinimum of 8 students to hold class\, maximum 18 students.\nSign up today and register your child in advance! First come\, first served! \n\nChess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com\, 206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/tambark-creek-spring-2025/2025-05-29/
LOCATION:Tambark Creek Elementary\, 4419 180th Street SE\, Bothell\, WA\, 98012\, United States
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T155000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T165000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250314T213014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T033345Z
UID:10006370-1748620200-1748623800@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Northwood Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:When: 3:45 – 4:50 pm Fridays\nRoom: Art Room \nGrades: 1-5\nKnowledge of chess moves and rules is recommended.\nTo get started in chess\, the ChessKid videos here and here are very helpful!\nStudents will be paired by age and ability as appropriate. \nEach 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. \nSpring Series: 7 Sessions \n\n\n\nApril\n1: snow make-up day\n\n\nApril\n.\n.\n.\n25\n\n\n\nMay\n2\n9\n16\n23\n30\n\n\nJune\n6\n.\n.\n.\n\n\n\nCost: $152 for 7 classes\nRegister your child in advance!\nThis is a popular activity with limited space\, so sign up early!\nRefunds through 2nd class\, cancellation fee $37\, no refunds after.\nMinimum of 8 students to hold class\, max 16 students.\nFirst come\, first served! \n\nChess class questions to: info@chessplayer.com\, 206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/northwood-spring-2025/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Northwood Elementary\, 4030 86th Ave SE\, Mercer Island\, WA\, 98040
CATEGORIES:After-School Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T181500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250302T140814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031535Z
UID:10006148-1748626200-1748628900@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Ryan Beginner Friday\, Redmond
DESCRIPTION:Friday Beginner Classes in Redmond\nA weekly class on Friday afternoons by Chess Expert Ryan Ackerman. \nStudents 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). \nBeginners class is best for those with NWSRS ratings from 300 to 700 or unrated. \nThis 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! \nIs this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes. \nBooster classes are ideal for NWSRS ratings 700 to 1100.\nIntermediate classes are best for NWSRS ratings of 1100 and up. \nIn Person! This Friday class is held in person in our Redmond office at regular capacity. \nThanks\, Coach Ryan
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/ryan-beginner-friday-05-30/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner,Classes,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T182000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250302T150813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T031545Z
UID:10006156-1748629200-1748638800@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Friday Night Quads
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLive game analysis is offered between rounds by a coach with years of tournament experience\, or when students finish all 3 of their games. \nFormat: Game/25 with 5-second delay\, 3 rounds\, NWSRS rated. \nWhere: Friday Night Quads are held in-person in our Redmond office. \nWe encourage you to register early. Accordingly\, the price goes up $3 on the Wednesday before the event. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 PM\nDoors open\n\n\n6:20 PM\nArrive by 6:20 so the tournament can start on time\n\n\n6:30 PM\nPlayers must be already on site or call ahead\, 425-345-9731\n\n\n→\nPairings are announced\, take your seat\n\n\n→\nRules review\, if any players are new to tournaments\n\n\n6:35 PM\nRound 1 Begins\n\n\n\nSubsequent rounds start when both players have finished previous games\n\n\n\nBetween rounds the players have an optional 5 minute break\n\n\n\nEvent ends when all games conclude
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/friday-night-quads-05-30/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friday Quads,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T152000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250303T190718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T191356Z
UID:10006232-1748701800-1748704800@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Orlov Booster Saturday\, Redmond
DESCRIPTION:Orlov Booster Saturday\, Redmond\nA weekly class on Saturdays held in-person in the Redmond OCA office conducted by IM Georgi Orlov. \nBooster 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. \nIs this class for you? Click to read about how to choose classes. \nOnce in a while\, in case a WCF event is held in our Redmond office space on a Saturday\, we invite you to a make-up session the following Tuesday. \nIn 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. \nThanks\, Coach Orlov\n206-387-1253
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/orlov-booster-saturday-05-31/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Booster,Classes,Redmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T184500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122848
CREATED:20250502T173215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T173215Z
UID:10006373-1748886300-1748889900@chessplayer.com
SUMMARY:Orlov Intermediate Monday\, Redmond
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMonday Intermediate Classes in Redmond\nA weekly class in person on Mondays by IM Georgi Orlov. \nThis 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. \nIn Person! This Wednesday class is held in our Redmond office at regular capacity. \nWe 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. \nThanks\, Coach Orlov
URL:https://chessplayer.com/event/orlov-intermediate-monday-06-02/
LOCATION:Redmond\, 4174 148th Ave NE\, Building I\, Suite M\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Intermediate,Redmond
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