Now Enrolling!

Full School Year Registration

Start Day: August 25th
Last Day: April 20th
Off Days: November 25th–27th, December 21st–January 4th, and March 23rd

Fall Semester Registration

Start Day: August 25th
Last Day: November 10th
Off Days: November 25th–27th

Spring Semester Registration

Start Day: January 26th
Last Day: April 20th
Off Days: March 23rd

Frequency: Every Tuesday

Time: 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm

On-site Location: Classroom
Lead Academy
804 Mauldin Rd.
Greenville, SC 29607

Now Offering Full-Year Registration!

Families can now register for chess the full 2026–2027 school year at Lead Academy. 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 2026–2027 School Year
FULL YEAR
FREE
Grant-Funded Program
Duration24 weeks
CostNo cost to families
Recommended For♟️ Students ready to learn, grow, and play chess all school year long!
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FALL SEMESTER
FREE
Grant-Funded Program
Duration12 weeks
CostNo cost to families
Recommended For🌟 Perfect for beginner to advanced players looking to sharpen their skills and have fun!
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SPRING SEMESTER
FREE
Grant-Funded Program
Duration12 weeks
CostNo cost to families
Recommended For🚀 Open to both new and returning students. Beginners will build a strong foundation while returning players explore more advanced strategies and techniques.
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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 Lead Academy in Classroom.

  • 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.