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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

Marjolaine S
Apr 30, 2022
Google5 stars

You guys are fantastic! So attuned to students and eager to help. It’s a pleasure to communicate with all members of your team. Robert enjoys his training so much and he feels motivated to learn mor...

Nana Z
Feb 11, 2022
Google5 stars

My son is learning chess there from 5 years old. Teachers are amazing, VCS is great place for kids to learn chess, they can meet lots of chess lover and lots of chance to play chess. Mr G is my son’...

crystal zhu
Mar 22, 2023
Google5 stars

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

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....

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...

Surbhi Palande
Apr 28, 2024
Google5 stars

This chess class rocks! Even in the online setup, Tadas and Gyan Awatramani keep the kids hooked with their amazing skills. They organize regular online chess competitions that keep the excitement ali...

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...

Mike Zhu
Apr 5, 2023
Google5 stars

We settled in Vancouver last year, and since our child has experienced in China for 6 years, we hope to continue his interest in Vancouver. We are grateful to VCS for their weekly chess classes and fr...

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...

Ario Salari
Feb 20, 2022
Google5 stars

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

Michael Ye
Jan 3, 2021
Google5 stars

My son has been learning chess in Vancouver Chess School since 2018. He also participated many tournaments organized by the school, off-line and on-line. VCS provides very high-quality and systematic ...

Serena Wang
Mar 20, 2023
Google5 stars

我们强烈推介温哥华象棋学校,孩子在这个机构学习了一年多,进步非常大。 老师尽职尽责,不断激励孩子们坚持每天练习,完成习题,而且在这里�...

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...

Jennifer Russel
Jan 10, 2021
Google5 stars

At the Vancouver Chess School, students learn much more than Chess!! It is a fun, inclusive and welcoming school, where students have the opportunity to compete at a high level, but more importantly ...

Lin Lin
Sep 4, 2021
Google5 stars

My kids enjoy learning and playing at Vancouver Chess School. Both the classes and tournaments are well-organized and the teachers are super friendly and patient. The kids are always encouraged to le...

J Lo
May 29, 2023
Google5 stars

Vancouver Chess School has helped my child develop his chess skills and provides a wonderful chess community for all who love chess to grow together in. It organizes many chess events and tournaments ...

Zena Zuo
Jun 3, 2021
Google5 stars

This is a great chess school for kids to learn and grow up in. I am so happy we made the right choice 4 years ago. When my son told me he was interested in chess, I enrolled him in Vancouver Chess sc...

Tran Vinh
Apr 6, 2023
Google5 stars

Our children began learning at Vancouver Chess School around six months ago. Their remarkable progress in chess is all thanks to the outstanding coaching and education provided by the school. Recently...

Cyprien Lomas
Apr 26, 2022
Google5 stars

The Vancouver Chess School is a treasure! My family first become aware of them through their school programs years ago. These were were life savers and also let my kids explore chess in a structured...

Not Cool
Jan 25, 2022
Google5 stars

Developing children’s intelligence is the original intention of learning chess, and there is a lot of harvest in its process. You have to work hard if you want to win, but you should always respect ...

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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