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5 simple rules for looking after your men when playing chess

by Richard Weekes | Mar 15, 2012 | chess for children, Uncategorized

Chess is a great game, which is why I’m so passionate about running chess clubs for children in London. It’s been one of the oldest board games in the world for over 1500 years now. It has a long and noble history and was probably developed from the Indian...

7 chess etiquette tips for children

by Richard Weekes | Mar 13, 2012 | chess for children, Uncategorized

When we teach children chess at our SE London clubs we focus on the importance of etiquette and manners when playing the game.  This is your chance to find out a little more about this great game and how to behave towards your opponents and show good sportsmanship...

Why I believe children must play chess

by Richard Weekes | Mar 6, 2012 | chess for children, Uncategorized

When I started my first chess club for children in Royal Greenwich I made a decision to keep the cost of each class low because I wanted to include as many children as possible and 7 years later they’re still low.  One of the things I sometimes say on Twitter is...

Will Smith loves to play chess

by Richard Weekes | Feb 27, 2012 | chess for children, Quotes about chess, Uncategorized

The very well known actor Will Smith is a great chess player. He even starred in a film as a chess player too and often talks about how happy he is that his dad taught him how to play chess. Here’s a quote from him… “It’s cool to play chess. My...

How chess can help children become better problem solvers

by Richard Weekes | Feb 24, 2012 | chess for children, Uncategorized

When Chess is used on a regular basis it can make a big difference to the way children react and respond, which is one of the reasons I’m so passionate about promoting chess for children in South East London. I truly believe that chess can help children become...

A list of studies highlighting the benefits of chess for children

by Richard Weekes | Feb 20, 2012 | chess for children, Uncategorized

One of the reasons I love teaching chess for children in South East London is the benefits it gives them in terms of improving their maths, reasoning, logic and science skills but don’t  take my word for it 🙂 Here are some of the many people who have written...
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