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VCS Group chess classes

Inspire. Train. Achieve. A complete train system for future champions — Online & In person — Ages 5+.

Why join our group classes?

Expert instruction
Our professional instructors guide every step of your child’s chess journey with passion and experience.
12-level proven curriculum
Our structured system develops logic, tactics, and strategy — from total beginners to national-level players.
Next-gen learning platform
Our interactive platform offers class content, daily puzzles, tests, homework, video tutorials, and detailed performance dashboards.
World-class results
VCS students have earned 3 World Titles, 3 FIDE Master titles, and 20+ National/100+ provincial championships.
Personalized progress
Small, level-based classes and promotion criteria ensure every student learns at the right pace with targeted support.
Built-in practice tournaments
Students apply skills in weekly class tournaments on our platform, boosting confidence, sportsmanship, and competitive readiness.
Life skills development
Chess enhances critical thinking, concentration, decision-making, and discipline that benefit all areas of life and school.
Supportive community
Friendly classmates, social activities, and shared growth create an environment where kids thrive and friendships grow.
Flexible & convenient
Multiple class times, in-person and online options, and seamless make-ups make it easy to fit chess into any schedule.

What parents are saying

An Xia
Sep 10, 2021
Google5 stars

My son really like this school, the coaches there are patient and professional, he's made a huge improvement during these two years....

Flora Liu
Oct 2, 2022
Google5 stars

Vancouver Chess School is an amazing place for chess lovers. My son Ryder has learnt a lot both is summer camps and in group lessons and always had tons of fun. Highly recommended!!!...

M D
Dec 23, 2023
Google5 stars

We have been thrilled with the experience our son Gabriel has had at Vancouver Chess School. The organization of the educational process is outstanding, ensuring a high-quality learning environment. A...

Andrew Hemstapat
Jun 19, 2022
Google5 stars

I represented team BC at the 2019 Canadian Chess Challenge (CCC), where I won 1st place in the toughest section of the competition. This year, Gyan personally invited me to Captain Team BC at the 2022...

Jia Feng
Jun 29, 2023
Google5 stars

Vancouver Chess School is a great place for the children who like chess. My son really have a great time here....

Cissy HUANG
Jul 20, 2024
Google5 stars

My son attend this chess place in 2 weeks, and he has already achieved ore knight level. He cannot wait to go back there everyday....

Jie Chen
Jun 30, 2023
Google5 stars

The best chess school in Vancouver....

HOU LIBERTY
Apr 30, 2022
Google5 stars

My son started chess classes here from 5 years old. He told me it is a good place to learn chess. Actually, he has made big progress on it. He also said, his coach Uranchmeg is a really awesome tea...

Justin Ma
Apr 4, 2022
Google5 stars

The Vancouver Chess School is a great place for children to develop their critical thinking and math skills. Ever since my child has attended this school, he has developed great improvements in his co...

Radin SP
Apr 2, 2023
Google5 stars

The best place that you can play chess in Vancouver....

Ario Salari
Feb 20, 2022
Google5 stars

It’s really good, it helped me achieve so much in just a couple months!...

Gem Yu
Jul 12, 2021
Google5 stars

VCS is a great chess school for kids. They have a lot of excellent programs, all well organized. The coaches are nice and experienced. My 8-year-old son has been there learning to play chess for more ...

Kate Chung
Sep 24, 2024
Google5 stars

A fantastic place to let your child experience chess play with different kids in a well organized and clean environment. Their lessons are very useful. My child has been teaching me all that she learn...

Nancy Cao
Mar 21, 2023
Google5 stars

I feel that the Vancouver Chess School is a very educational place for chess. They have some of Canada's top players as coaches and I was taught by a few of them. I just think that this would be a gre...

Linda Shen
Jul 1, 2023
Google5 stars

My son joined Van Chess three years ago and now he is in grade 3. He has learned so much here and has grown from a beginner player to Bishop level already. He loved all his lessons and also playing ch...

Yongqiang Xu
May 1, 2024
Google5 stars

The coaches are very nice and responsible, my son has been in this school for one year, he really like it....

Yanyan Yang
Apr 29, 2022
Google5 stars

My son has been with Vancouver Chess School for a few years, where he gained great knowledge of chess techniques and strategies. with the guidance from experienced coaches in VCS, my son has successf...

crystal zhu
Mar 22, 2023
Google5 stars

My son loves Vancouver Chess School, he had a lot fun and learned a lot....

Pengcheng Fang
Oct 20, 2022
Google5 stars

I love vanchess! It taught my brother endgame techniques that he never knew about and tactics. I appreciate vanchess for its effective teachings. It is very good!...

Hongyi Bai
Nov 14, 2024
Google5 stars

We have been in Vancouver Chess School for about two years. appreciating the comprehensive program, the flexible schedule ( in-person or online) , and the diverse tournaments chess school offers. Teac...

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Our Unique Chess Learning Methodology:
A Pathway to Mastery

At Chess Heroes Academy, we believe every child learns best when they're challenged and inspired. That's why we built a 12-level system tailored to their unique pace - whether they're just starting or already making brilliant moves.

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Our level system

Absolute
Beginner
Beginner
Advanced
Beginner
Pre-Knigt
Knight
Pre-Bishop
Bishop
Pre-Rook
Rook
Pre-Queen
Queen
King