VCS Group chess classes

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

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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

Mike Zhu

Apr 5, 2023

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...

Lin Lin

Sep 4, 2021

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...

lisa y

Jul 10, 2022

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

Cissy HUANG

Jul 20, 2024

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

The best chess school in Vancouver....

Christopher Bissonnette

Apr 3, 2025

Great teachers and a wonderful environment for kids to learn chess and practice in tournaments - has been an exceptional experience for our daughter....

Patrick Huang

Jul 6, 2021

I represented team BC at the 2021 Canadian Chess Challenge, tying for first place in my section. Gyan and Jeremy at VCS were incredibly professional, organizing countless training sessions for Team BC...

Sophie Wu

Oct 24, 2021

My kid loves playing chess and learning chess with Vancouver Chess School. Their online class allows the students to learn from home and I appreciate they have a great website for the students to prac...

Flora Liu

Oct 2, 2022

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!!!...

Kaustav Mukherjee

Jul 30, 2023

Vancouver chess school has been a wonderful experience for my 8 year old. He’s gained meaningful skills, developed self-confidence and earned a medal for his accomplishments which he’s very proud ...

Holly

Sep 17, 2023

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...

Michael Ye

Jan 3, 2021

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 ...

Mandy Cordingley

Feb 24, 2024

All the teachers are very talented and patient with kids. My kid excels at this school very fast. There are online and in person classes and tournaments that can accommodate everyone. I highly recomme...

Jo Ro

Mar 4, 2025

Great staff! Great learning experience for kids!...

Antonia b

Oct 25, 2021

I have been a student at this academy for many years now and has guided me to many achievements. The academy helped me with my university applications as I can put the awards I received and competitio...

Christy Xie

Feb 27, 2024

VCS is great place to learn chess. My son really loves their programs. They have both online and office classes which are thoughtfully designed, blending theorectical knowledge and practical play. The...

Yongqiang Xu

May 1, 2024

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

Preeti Jaiman

Mar 11, 2021

My son and daughter, aged 8 and 10, are members of VCS. They joined in 2019 April and since then they have enjoyed their lessons with Mr. G. VanChess has an online platform where chess puzzles, homewo...

Tony Cheng

Sep 23, 2021

Nice coaches and structure arrangement to guide the kids from beginners to experienced chess player. Regular chess competition can promote the interests of the kids to do better. When my boy got highe...

Dragon Draconian

Sep 12, 2021

We are very happy to have found VCS. My Daughter (8 yr old) loves her classes and really looks forward to them, as well as spending time having fun and learning with the other kids that have an the sa...

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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.