Overview
Join the country's leading Chess Academy program! Silver Knights Chess Academy serves students in all 50 states and beyond, has produced more than 10 state champions in 2025, and most importantly, has created countless friendships! More than 50 of our students have become state or national champions, but for most kids, it's all about learning, growing, and having fun along the way.
As an Academy member, here's what you'll get:
* Weekly semi-private lesson
* Unlimited chess tournaments and bonus lessons
* Special events with famous chess players
* ChessKid.com Gold Account
What's Included:
* Small Weekly Group Classes: Weekly classes at your child's level and flexible scheduling.
* Tournaments & Bonus Lessons: Bonus activities are a great way to get extra practice! Every week we have Tactics Tuesday, Coach's Choice, our Book Club, and more.
* Special Events & More: From Magnus Carlsen to Judit Polgar, these special events are a unique opportunity for students.
Membership Options:
* The Academy — Ages 5–14 | Beginners to 1400 USCF | $99: Weekly Small Group Lessons (55 mins, 7 levels & flexible scheduling), Weekly Online Practice Tournaments, Weekly Bonus Lessons (Tactic Tuesdays, Coach's Choice & Book Club), ChessKid.com Gold Account, Online Camp Discounts
* The Elite Academy — Ages 8-18 | From 1400-2300 USCF | $179: Weekly Small Group Lessons with a Grandmaster coach (2 levels: 1400-1800 & 1800-2300), Weekly Online Practice Tournaments, Weekly Bonus Lessons (Tactic Tuesdays, Coach's Choice & Book Club), ChessKid.com Gold Account, Online Camp Discounts
