Ben Lippen Schools
Now Enrolling!
Now Enrolling!
Now Offering Full-Year Registration!
Families can now register for chess the full 2026–2027 school year at Ben Lippen. 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.
HARD SCRABBLE RD CAMPUS
Full School Year Registration
First Day in Class: September 10th
Last Day in Class: March 25th
Off Days: October 8th and November 26th
Fall Semester Registration
First Day in Class: September 10th
Last Day in Class: December 10th
Off Days: October 8th and November 26th
Spring Semester Registration
First Day in Class: January 7th
Last Day in Class: March 25th
Off Days: None
Frequency: Every Thursday
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
On-site Location: Theatre/Enrichment Room
MONTICELLO RD CAMPUS
Full School Year Registration
First Day in Class: August 31st
Last Day in Class: April 19th
Off Days: October 12th, November 2nd & 23rd, January 4th & 18th, February 15th, and March 29th
Fall Semester Registration
First Day in Class: August 31st
Last Day in Class: December 14th
Off Days: October 12th and November 2nd & 23rd
Spring Semester Registration
First Day in Class: January 11th
Last Day in Class: April 19th
Off Days: January 4th & 18th, February 15th, and March 29th
Frequency: Every Monday
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
On-site Location: Library/Enrichment Room
ST. ANDREWS RD CAMPUS
Full School Year Registration
First Day in Class: September 10th
Last Day in Class: March 25th
Off Days: October 9th and November 26th
Fall Semester Registration
First Day in Class: September 10th
Last Day in Class: December 10th
Off Days: October 8th and November 26th
Spring Semester Registration
First Day in Class: January 7th
Last Day in Class: March 25th
Off Days: None
Frequency: Every Thursday
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
On-site Location: Makers Space Room
2026–2027 School Year
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 Ben Lippen Schools in various locations based on each campus.
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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.