Lamorinda Chess School welcomes students 1-5th grades at every ability level from the complete beginner to accomplished Grand Masters. The instructors are Jan and Justin Kader, Chess Coaches with a combined experience of over 15 years teaching chess at public schools and in family based chess groups.

Registration & Fee: Registration will be through the Homeroom site. The registration fee is $400 for the 10-week afterschool chess club. 

Chess Club starts at your school campus on September 8, 2026 and runs until November 20, 2026 (10 weeks). Classes are held Mondays from 2:45-3:45PM in the Art Room, except for minimum days and holidays.  A child can enter the group at any time and the fee will be prorated accordingly. Registration includes a weekly chess lesson for all abilities, a variety of innovative chess games and student competition. 

Every student will learn chess fundamentals and advanced play at their individualized skill level including new strategies, tactics and tournament rules while having fun. 

Any Questions?  Call/text: 

Coach Jan at 916 470-5581; email: lamochess4kids@gmail.com

Coach Justin at (925) 395-8749; email: jukader@gmail.com