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Girls' schools and co-ed schools
School programs
Chessabellés runs chess programs for girls' schools, and girls-only programs inside co-ed schools. Sessions fit around the school timetable, and the coaches know the interschool competitions from the inside: Jody coached Presbyterian Ladies' College to its sixth straight Australian Schools Teams title.
Enquire about school programsWhat’s included
- Weekly sessions at lunchtime or after school, with four groups so every girl plays at her own level
- Lessons usually run for an hour, and can go longer when girls are preparing for a competition or would just like more time at the board
- We bring the boards and clocks, every term your school is signed up
- Team selection and coaching for interschool competitions and the Australian Schools Teams Championships
- One-off incursions and workshops, a good way to start chess at a school
- A girls-only program within a co-ed school, so girls have their own space to learn
Four groups, from first moves to the school team
Every girl starts in the group that suits her, and moves up as she improves.
- Group 1PawnsComplete beginners: how the pieces move, check and checkmate, and playing a full game.
- Group 2KnightsPlayers who know the rules: simple tactics, basic checkmates and good opening habits.
- Group 3BishopsRegular players: deeper tactics, planning, endgames and a first taste of tournament play.
- Group 4QueensThe strongest players and the school team: interschool preparation, openings and reviewing their own games.
Begin your chess journey today
Whether she’s six or sixty, every great player started with a first game. Send a few details and we’ll reply with available times and current rates. Parents and schools are welcome to enquire.