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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....

Bo Mi Kim
Sep 11, 2024
Google5 stars

The camp at VCS is an amazing experience for all ages. Whether your child is 5 or 15, there is a variety of opportunities of learning. Completely approve of the camp and believe in its ability to impa...

Serena Wang
Jan 28, 2025
Google5 stars

We highly recommend Vancouver Chess School, where the child has been studying for more than a year and has made great progress. The teachers are conscientious and constantly motivate the children t...

Kalyani Labade
Jun 6, 2022
Google5 stars

Vancouver Chess school is best chess academy in Vancouver. They have very talented staff. The events are well organized. They have excellent virtual chess platform. I am glad that we enrolled our chi...

Neill M
May 18, 2022
Google5 stars

My children enjoy the classes offered by Vancouver Chess School and have learned a lot in only a few weeks. The school’s online component is very easy and convenient to use for busy families as well...

Ken Janpon
Nov 9, 2021
Google5 stars

Vancouver Chess School is a very well run and well organized endeavour, and kudos to the dedicated people running it. We'd been looking for chess classes for our son for a while but what made the diff...

Holly
Sep 17, 2023
Google5 stars

I can't express enough how much I appreciate Vancouver Chess School (VCS) for their incredible contributions to my son's chess journey. VCS stands out as the finest and most prestigious chess school i...

Hugh Jo
Oct 31, 2024
Google5 stars

Vancouver Chess school is one of the best with great education, teachers are all kind and patient with big smile....

Naama Rotem-Kohavi
Jan 15, 2025
Google5 stars

We are very pleased with the Vancouver Chess School! My child is very enthusiastic in participating in the variety of activities, pro D days, tournaments and classes they offer. The school is managed ...

Matthew Du
Aug 8, 2022
Google5 stars

Incredible chess centre! I grew up with this place and do not regret a second!!!...

R J
Feb 22, 2024
Google5 stars

My son Zac really likes VCS programs. It helped him from zero knowledge to a bit obsessed to chess now. I also like the VCS operation system that helps kids to focus on there target and motivate them ...

Beauty Wang
Mar 28, 2023
Google5 stars

This Chess school is amazing for all different levels. You should join it to learn chess and have fun!...

Kim Nguyen
Apr 4, 2023
Google5 stars

Chess classes and tournaments at Vancouver Chess School has significantly transformed our kid's chess study journey. He started barely understanding anything about 6 months ago, and is now able to com...

Nolan Males
Mar 30, 2023
Google5 stars

It was very fun. I just had my first lesson there, and it was super fun. I am in level one chess, and I really enjoyed it. I would totally do the rest of the levels there. It was super fun and you sho...

Gosha Wen
Jan 17, 2021
Google5 stars

vancouver chess school is a fun and interesting education experience for young chess fan, the teachers and instructors are well knowledge and responsible, the program is well developed ......

Tia
Oct 18, 2023
Google5 stars

The Vancouver Chess School has been a game-changer for my autistic child. Not only has he made remarkable progress in his chess skills, but he genuinely looks forward to every session. The instructors...

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...

lisa y
Jul 10, 2022
Google5 stars

Our kid really enjoyed the chess classes. The classes/activities are well structured and the coaches are patient....

Nikki Zh
Oct 18, 2023
Google5 stars

VCS is a great place to learn chess. My kid loves the weekly classes and tournaments. Teachers are professional and patient, and classes are well organized. VCS also hosts monthly Vancouver Chess Fest...

Jiankun Li
Nov 18, 2023
Google5 stars

Strongly recommend National Preparation Program workshop at Vancouver Chess School by Coach Gyan and Coach Maxim, their lectures are concise and dig into deep concept in a easy to understand way for t...

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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