Now Enrolling!
Full School Year Registration
Start Day: September 2nd
Last Day: April 14th
Off Days: November 30th – January 6th, March 17th, and March 31st
Fall Semester Registration
Start Day: September 2nd
Last Day: November 18th
Off Days: None
Spring Semester Registration
Start Day: January 13th
Last Day: April 14th
Off Days: March 17th and March 31st
Frequency: Every Wednesday
Time: 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm
On-site Location: Classroom B-107
Now Offering Full-Year Registration!
Families can now register for chess the full 2026–2027 school year at Ballentine Elementary. Students registered for the full school year will receive a tournament chess board, chess pieces, and travel chess bag included with enrollment.
Semester registration is also available for families who prefer to enroll in the fall-only or spring-only session.
| FULL YEAR | FULL YEAR (INSTALLMENTS) | FALL SEMESTER | SPRING SEMESTER | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $560 | 3 × $186.66 |
$280 or 2 payments of $140 |
$280 or 2 payments of $140 |
| Duration | 24 weeks | 24 weeks | 12 weeks | 12 weeks |
| Chess Board Included | ✔ Included | ✔ Included | — | — |
| Chess Pieces Included | ✔ Included | ✔ Included | — | — |
| Travel Chess Bag Included | ✔ Included | ✔ Included | — | — |
| Recommended For | ⭐ Best value | Flexible payments | Trying the program | Trying the program or Continuing mid-year |
| Register | Register | Register | Register | Register |
Frequently Asked Questions
Registration Questions
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Each child should be registered separately through our registration forms.
If you are enrolling multiple siblings, simply select “Register Here”, complete your child’s registration form, select “Add to Cart“ then complete your next child’s registration.
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Full-year registration includes 24 weeks of instruction plus a tournament chess board, chess pieces, and a Think Move Chess Academy chess bag.
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Yes. Families may register for the fall semester only or the spring semester only if they prefer a shorter commitment.
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For special registration dates and prorated registration please contact our Program Coordinator Jazmine Waiters at jwaiters@thinkmovechess.com
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No. These items are included only with full-year registrations.
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Yes, if space is available. Spring semester registration is a great option for students joining later in the school year.
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Please contact our Program Coordinator Jazmine Waiters at jwaiters@thinkmovechess.com anytime if you need help selecting the right registration option for your child.
Chess Class Questions
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On-site at Ballentine Elementary in Classroom B-107.
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Yes. Students of all experience levels are welcome and supported.
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Great! Our program supports beginner through advanced students. Coaches group students by experience level and provide more challenging instruction for returning and competitive players.
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Absolutely. Many of our strongest players are returning students. Continued participation helps students deepen their understanding and prepare for tournament play.
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Yes. Our curriculum builds year to year, and returning students continue developing stronger strategy, tactics, tournament skills, and confidence. Each school year introduces new material and challenges appropriate for their level.
