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Q300 Upper Division (Grades 5-8)

31-51 21st St, Queens, NY 11106

 

Our elective classes ensure that each student is able to establish a solid chess foundation. Students learn chess theory and strategies during discussions before putting what they’ve learned into practice during the gameplay sessions. Students are able to compete against peers in friendly matches and receive feedback from their instructor.

 

The after-school classes aim to build solid chess foundations through discussion of topics followed by practice matches. The students will be engaged in problem solving in addition to game analysis during each lesson. The use of small groups is deliberate in order to ensure that each student receives high quality instruction.

* Please fill out the form at checkout to indicate the level at chess. The participants will be grouped and divided based on their levels (the coaches will also do an assessment to ensure the participants are in their appropriate group) and whenever the kids are ready to be "promoted", we will automatically move them up to the next level.

DISMISSAL INFORMATION:

  • 5:00 PM - 1st Pick-up window

  • 5:30 PM - 2nd Pick-up window

  • Earlier than 5:00 PM - by request. No pick-up between 5:05 - 5:25 PM

  • Late Pick-up Policy: A 15-minute grace period will be provided, allowing for extended dismissal until 5:45 PM. A late pick-up fee of $25 will be charged for the first 15 minutes after the scheduled pick-up time. For every additional minute after the initial 15 minutes, an additional $1 per minute will be charged. This fee is payable directly to the instructor on the day of the late pick-up.

DISCOUNTS AND PAYMENT PLANS:

  • 5% SIBLING DISCOUNT for the second and subsequent child - automatically applied in the registration (Applicable to Full Program only)

  • MULTIPLE SESSION DISCOUNT (Applicable to Full Program only)

  • EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS (Not valid with Payment Plans)

    • 10% Early Bird Discount (Register by June 30) - Apply code EARLY630

    • 5% Early Bird Discount (Register by July 31) - Apply code EARLY731

  • Payment plan options are available. Register thru Sign Up with Payment Plans button.

 

AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM BEHAVIOR POLICY:

The New York Chess Academy afterschool program is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and enriching environment for all participants. To maintain this standard, we have established a three-strike policy to address instances of misbehavior. This policy is aligned with New York City guidelines for youth programs.

  • Strike 1: Verbal Warning

  • Strike 2: Written Warning and Meeting

  • Strike 3: Suspension or Expulsion

 

By enrolling in the program, you agree to adhere to the policy. Please review the complete program behavior policy

Program Information and Registration

Monday - Chess, Tech & Logic

We are excited to introduce a new Tech & Logic component starting Fall 2026, which will be offered alongside chess as a dual-track program provided we reach our minimum enrollment of 10 students.

What to expect:

Our Tech & Logic program offers an approachable space for students to experiment with digital tools and the logic behind modern technology. The sessions focus on exploring the foundations of things like game design and AI, giving the Upper Division a chance to build their tech skills through hands-on, introductory projects.

Remaining Session Dates (Cycle 2: February 2026 - June 2026)

  • May 4, 11, 18

  • June 1, 8, 15, 22

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Cycle 1: September 14, 2026 - January 25, 2027 

2:50 PM - 5:30 PM

Cycle 1 Session Dates:

  • September 14, 28

  • October 5, 19, 26

  • November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

  • December 7, 14, 21

  • January 4, 11, 25

No Chess Days:

  • September 21 - Yom Kippur

  • October 12 - Indigenous Peoples' Day

  • December 28 - Winter Break

  • January 18 - MLK Day

Price:

  • $560/full program (16 sessions)

  • See above for available discounts

Instructors:

  • LaMonte Morrow

 

*Number of coaches will be adjusted based on the number of students

*This is for Q300 students grades 5-8 only

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