Roving Chessnuts

Roving Chessnuts is a chess club in Edmonton, Alberta, dedicated to instructing junior chess players since 2001. With a strong focus on developing young minds through the game of chess, Roving Chessnuts has expanded its reach to players from across the world through online programs.

The club offers group classes seven days a week, allowing students to attend multiple sessions for the low price of $19 per week, approximately $2 per hour of instruction. Additionally, students can enhance their learning experience by adding 30-minute private lessons with an experienced instructor for $15 or less per meeting, particularly recommended for new players and eager learners.

One of the key benefits of Roving Chessnuts' online learning platform is the convenience it offers to busy families, allowing students to attend classes from the comfort of their own homes. This flexibility enables students to fit chess into their schedules more frequently at an affordable price, leading to higher achievements and progress in their chess skills.

Head instructor Derek Thomas, with over 11 years of teaching experience and a background in competing and winning awards in numerous chess tournaments, leads the passionate team at Roving Chessnuts. The club's mission is to make chess exciting and inspire students to reap the educational benefits the game has to offer, emphasizing the importance of frequent practice and hard work.

Roving Chessnuts aims to train the next generation of strategic thinkers, providing students with the opportunity to learn with their instructor every day or as often as they choose. To get started on this exciting chess journey, interested individuals can book a free evaluation with Roving Chessnuts and immerse themselves in the world of chess learning and development.