Introducing: The Chessers Team & Academy

As part of FIDE's Social Chess Year, we shine a light on this impactful initiative

Founded in Westchester County, New York, The Chessers Team & Academy is an Over-the-Board (OTB) chess club. With an active, dues-free membership, the club hosts weekly and bi-weekly meetups, training sessions, and community events for chess lovers of all ages and skill levels.

At the heart of this initiative is independent community volunteer Virginia Benedict, whose mission is to use chess as a tool to nurture both academic and social growth. "l coach anyone of any age or level, with a focus on children and youth, using chess to develop critical thinking, pattern recognition, language skills, and math," she explains.

Virginia designs personalized programs that use the chessboard as a diagnostic and developmental medium. By observing how a child plays, she identifies cognitive strengths, learning styles, and potential, and tailors her guidance accordingly.

This week, as part of FIDE's Social Chess Year, we shine a light on this impactful initiative.

ABOUT ME

Virginia Benedict is a Chess-in-Education School Instructor

Virginia Benedict is an independent community volunteer. “I coach anyone, of any age, or expertise level interested in developing his/her academic and social skills using chess as a tool,” states Ms. Benedict. “I design programs to use Chess as a tool to teach languages, develop critical thinking, practice pattern recognition, and coach mathematics in general,” she declares, “with a focus on children and youth”

Ms. Virginia Benedict, as a member of International Chess Federation FIDE serves as a volunteer during World Championships and Festivals both in-person and remote.

The Chessers Team & Academy Website

Let’s work together to help you find your chess learning path. See how you can work with me to discover the road to Master. 

TESTIMONIALS

  • "I finally overcame all the obstacles I kept putting in my way."

    — Brandi Ortiz

  • "I can’t wait to read the newsletter each week. it’s my favorite way to start the weekend."

    — Monet Goode

  • "I highly recommend the virtual course. I learned at my own pace."

    — Channing Lee

  • "I love the flexible membership options. They keep me on track."

    — Dallas Moreno

MY COACHING METHOD

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    Focus

    It all starts by learning how to focus on how far you wish to take your chess career

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    Reflect

    Next, you’ll reflect on what may be blocking you, and learn how to overcome these obstacles.

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    Refine

    The last step? We learn how to continually refine what we’ve learned. Think of this as your new beginning.

QUESTIONS? LET’S CHAT.

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