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Skip the guesswork, see what's actually scheduled
Most academies announce events vaguely. We publish the full termly calendar, so you can plan lessons and tournaments around family life.
Fixed calendar
Every class, tournament, and party date is set before the term starts.
Tournament entry
We handle registration. You just confirm your child's place.
Class rotations
Weekly lessons follow a structured curriculum, so every term builds on the last.
Clear scheduling
Termly dates published in advance. No surprise sessions or last-minute venue changes.
What do parents say about the academy?
The termly calendar makes it so easy to keep track of sessions. My son's confidence has grown noticeably since joining his local club in Surrey.
Sarah M.
Parent of a junior club member
Clear communication and a structured pathway to ECF grading. We always know what our daughter is working toward each term. That's exactly what we wanted.
James T.
Parent of a tournament player
Registration was straightforward and the club is run with real attention to safety. Our son looks forward to every session. It's his favourite part of the week.
Priya K.
Parent of a beginner student
We've tried other clubs, but the structure here stands out. From private lessons to tournament prep, every step is organised and explained to parents clearly.
David R.
Parent of an intermediate student
The coaches build confidence in a way that feels natural. My daughter asks to play chess at home now, something that never happened before Jolly Good Chess.
Emma W.
Parent of a junior class student