CHOOSE YOUR JOURNEY.
Every student progresses at their own pace through a proven development pathway — from their very first lesson to competing in official FIDE-rated tournaments.
Every student joins at the right level — the journey ahead
Progression is ability-based, not age-based. Your coach will place your child in the right program after an initial assessment.
Beginner & Young Stars
Unrated
Intermediate B
Unrated → Rated
Intermediate A
Up to FIDE 1600
Advanced
1600+ & beyond
Important Disclaimer: FIDE rating ranges shown are approximate guides only. All placements are made exclusively by our coaches following a personalised initial assessment.
Level 1
Unrated
Open to all abilities from age 4 and above. No prior chess knowledge required.
Beginner & Young Stars
The Focus
Rules & piece movement, basic tactics & threats, opening principles, simple checkmate patterns
Expected Outcome
Student is ready to play their first club game confidently and without hesitation
Level 2B
Unrated → Rated
Graduates from Beginner program. Ability-based placement after assessment.
Intermediate B
The Focus
Tactics & calculation, positional awareness, clock management, first tournament preparation
Expected Outcome
Student earns their first FIDE rating and develops consistent competitive habits
Level 2A
Up to FIDE 1600
Graduates from Level 2B. Ability-based placement after assessment.
Intermediate A
The Focus
Endgame technique, opening repertoire building, tournament mindset, structured game analysis
Expected Outcome
Student competes regularly in rated tournaments and targets the 1200–1600 rating band
Elite & Pro
1600+ & beyond
Graduates from Level 2A. Ability-based — typically FIDE rated students.
Advanced
The Focus
GM game analysis, deep calculation mastery, FIDE tournament preparation, full opening repertoire
Expected Outcome
Student competes in UAE-level and international FIDE tournaments with professional preparation
Specialist Coaches
Expertise tailored to every stage of growth
Beginner
“Specialists in early development and building lifelong habits.”
Intermediate
“Focused on calculation discipline and competitive mindset.”
Advanced & Elite
“Professional analysis and international tournament preparation.”
Master The Art of
Grandmaster Strategy
Progression is ability-based, not age-based. Every student is individually evaluated before being assigned to the right program.
Level 1
Beginner Program
This level establishes foundational habits that determine future progress.
"Every great player started here. We make sure they start right."
- Rules & piece movement
- Basic tactics & threats
- Opening principles basics
- Simple checkmate patterns
Small group sessions — maximum 6 students per batch
Attend 1, 2, or 3 times per week — your coach confirms your slot after assessment
Flexible scheduling, built around your child
Classes run across most days of the week in small group batches at both our centers.
Your child's first assessment is completely free — 60 minutes, 1-on-1 with one of our coaches.
Taught by Coach James Estrada (Bay Avenue) · Coach John Mendoza (Bay Avenue) · Coach Brett Portuguese (JLT)
Level 2 (A & B)
Intermediate Program
This stage prioritises thinking quality and decision-making discipline.
"We build the thinking habits that win tournaments."
- Tactics & calculation
- Positional play basics
- Endgame technique core
- Tournament prep fundamentals
Small group sessions — maximum 6 students per batch
Attend 1, 2, or 3 times per week — your coach confirms your slot after assessment
Flexible scheduling, built around your child
Classes run across most days of the week in small group batches at both our centers.
Your child's first assessment is completely free — 60 minutes, 1-on-1 with one of our coaches.
Taught by WGM Mahri Geldiyeva (Bay Ave & JLT) · Coach John Mendoza (Bay Avenue) · Coach Brylle Arellano (JLT)
Elite & Pro
Advanced Program
At this level, precision, discipline, and consistency are non-negotiable.
"At this level, preparation is everything."
- Grandmaster game analysis
- Deep calculation mastery
- Tournament performance training
- Opening repertoire building
How students enter this program
Advanced and Elite groups are selective cohorts. Entry is based on demonstrated performance in Master Moves tournaments and ongoing assessments. Our coaches identify and personally invite students when they are ready.
All students begin with a complimentary 60-minute assessment. Advanced placement is determined by performance over time — not at the point of first contact.
If you believe your child is ready, mention it during their assessment and our coaches will evaluate accordingly.
Taught by WGM Mahri Geldiyeva (Bay Ave & JLT) · Coach Reggie Santiago (Bay Avenue)
The Internal
Tournament Simulator
Theoretical knowledge is only 50% of the game. The rest is **Psychological Resilience**. Our internal tournaments are mandatory for all intermediate and elite students, serving as a high-pressure lab where theory meets the clock.
FIDE Logistics
Official clocks, scoresheets, and Swiss-system pairings.
Weekly Rhythm
Consistency removes tournament anxiety.
Game Archiving
Your games are recorded for GM review in class.
Simulation Formats
Sharpening tactical intuition and 1-second decision-making.
The core format for building endurance and complex calculation.
Testing specific curriculum openings in real-game scenarios.
Where Potential
Meets Victory
Our students are trained to compete regularly, making them very well equipped to perform under pressure both on and off the board.
We train for top FIDE tournaments with repetition-based concept training and frequent tournament practice designed to build the muscle memory required to excel in professional chess games.
