The Checkmate

This course is all about learning to deliver the final blow of a chess game. Children will learn the fundamental checkmating strategies that are essential to master before progressing to more complex concepts covered in the Intermediate Program.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of First Steps or by invitation upon assessment

Key Concepts

  • Understand the difference between a check, a checkmate, and a stalemate

  • Learning to checkmate against a lone king

  • Finding simple checkmating combinations

  • Effectively start using chess notation in game play

Spring Session | March 17 - June 27, 2025

  • Monday

    7:30-8:15pm

    13 Weeks | $195

  • Tuesday

    7:30-8:15pm

    15 Weeks | $225

  • Wednesday

    7:30-8:15pm

    15 Weeks | $225

Register Now

Space is limited : Registration is first-come, first-serve.

After we receive your completed registration form we will contact you to confirm your spot.

Payment: cash or cheque only, cheques made payable to “Etobicoke School of Chess”.

Payment is to be made at the first class.