Now Enrolling!

Classes Available:

Grade K–2nd Class (Duration 1 Hour):
This class is ideal for beginner and intermediate players looking to enhance their skills.

Grade 3rd–5th Class (Duration 30 minutes):
This class is ideal for beginner and intermediate players looking to enhance their skills.

Full School Year Registration
Start Day: August 27th
Last Day: April 22nd
Off Days: November 26th, December 21st – Jan-4th and March 25th

Fall Semester Registration
Start Day: August 27th
Last Day: November 12th
Off Days: None

Spring Semester Registration
Start Day: January 13th
Last Day: April 22nd
Off Days: March 25th

Frequency: Every Wednesday
Times:
Grade K–2nd Class: 2:25 pm - 2:55 pm
Grade 3rd–5th Class: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 
On-site Location: Cafeteria

Now Offering Full-Year Registration!

Families can now register for chess the full 2026–2027 school year at Green Charter 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.

Registration Options for
K–2nd Grade Class (30 Minutes)
FULL YEAR FULL YEAR (INSTALLMENTS) FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER
Price $200 3 × $33.33 $100
or 2 payments of $50 		$100
or 2 payments of $50
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
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Registration Options for
3rd–5th Grade Class (1 Hour)
FULL YEAR FULL YEAR (INSTALLMENTS) FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER
Price $400 3 × $133.33 $200
or 2 payments of $100 		$200
or 2 payments of $100
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

  • 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.

  • Full-year registration includes 24 weeks of instruction plus a tournament chess board, chess pieces, and a Think Move Chess Academy chess bag.

  • Yes. Families may register for the fall semester only or the spring semester only if they prefer a shorter commitment.

  • For special registration dates and prorated registration please contact our Program Coordinator Jazmine Waiters at jwaiters@thinkmovechess.com

  • No. These items are included only with full-year registrations.

  • Yes, if space is available. Spring semester registration is a great option for students joining later in the school year.

  • 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

  • On-site at Ballentine Elementary in Classroom B-107.

  • Yes. Students of all experience levels are welcome and supported.

  • Great! Our program supports beginner through advanced students. Coaches group students by experience level and provide more challenging instruction for returning and competitive players.

  • Absolutely. Many of our strongest players are returning students. Continued participation helps students deepen their understanding and prepare for tournament play.

  • 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.