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Learn chess with Silver Knights Chess Academy (formerly Magnus Chess Academy)! Over the last 15+ years, we've taught 100,000+ elementary and middle school students to play chess. Our students have won more than 50 state and national championships, but many students are beginners looking to learn a new skill and have FUN.
In our online chess academy, kids ages 5-14 from all over the country (25+ states) learn chess, socialize, and have fun. Each student is placed in a small group class of no more than 8 students at their specific chess level. With over many options for class times per week it's easy to match your schedule. As students improve they move up a level.
What to expect during a small group lesson:
-25 minutes of an interactive lesson with one of our fantastic and experienced chess coaches, including 8 experts, masters, and grandmasters
-30 minutes of online chess games against other students to practice their new skills
In addition to class your student will have (free!) access to:
-Interactive big group academy lessons every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
-Online practice tournaments three times a week
-Discounts for online camps and workshops
-Special events: We've done four international matches with clubs from Australia, Columbia, and New Zealand, and guest lessons with famous chess players and instructors like World Champion Magnus Carlsen, Judit Polgar (best female player ever), Yasser Seirawan (4-time US Champion), Anish Giri (ranked #7 in the world), and more!
Plus, if you use the coupon code "tack" when you sign up you'll get a free two week trial.
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Serves Fairfax, VA
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20 years in business
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Uthra P.
Mar 8, 2023
My kids 5 and 7 year old are doing online lessons with Magnus Chess Academy and they love it. Coaches keep the kids engaged throughout the lesson and game time. I am seeing great improvement in my kid's games.
Pablo O.
Jun 9, 2022
My daughter has been a member since early on in the pandemic. I've always been impressed at how passionate the organizers and teachers are at Magnus Chess Academy. They put together a really well thought out set of materials, and do a terrific job with interactive lessons. My 8yo loves it and it has been a terrific springboard for helping her feel comfortable with in-person games as well. Strongly recommended!!!
Irina T.
Jun 9, 2022
Our family has been with Magnus Chess Academy for many years. We are so happy that we discovered such a wonderful professional team! Both of our children love the school! Magnus Chess Academy team became our family -- such responsive, supportive, loving and caring people, who are ready to individualize, expand, help and so much more! All classes (big and small groups) are professionally prepared and make a great impact on a child's development. Our son, Anthony, currently participates in Kings mini group classes. He loves it and looks forward to each one of them. The tournaments are a big hit -- a great stimulation for a child to further develop chess skills, look forward to new challenges and also -- to make friends! Thank you for everything you all do!
Kala P.
Jun 11, 2022
My kid has been attending Magnus chess academy since Kindergarten. The coaches are amazing. My kid started classes with no clue about the basic rules and has learnt enough now to participate in state level tournaments. The academy has a weekly grand prix tournament where kids get to play against other kids at their level. They have small group lessons that we can schedule based on our needs and skill level. There is an online class every weekday that is free to all club members. They also have occasional beat the coach challenges. The most exciting part is visits from grand masters like Magnus Carlsen and Judith Polgar - kids get to interact with these great players and even play in simuls with them sometimes. It is a great chess academy that fits all skill levels!!
Jennifer P.
Jun 20, 2022
My (now) 8-year old son has been with the Magnus online club for the last year, and has absolutely loved his introduction to chess. He progressed quickly through the levels and is excited as each chance to promote to a new group. The coaches are all so very willing to share their time and advice with the young learners. Highly recommend!
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FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Our price is $89 per month. This includes the weekly small group class, bonus lessons, online tournaments, and special events.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
If you aren't sure yet about joining and want to learn more, we offer free consultations.
After signing up, we also offer a Getting Started Meeting with each parent to assess their student's chess level and set them up for their small group lessons.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
We have a wonderful and highly qualified team of coaches. A sample:
Grandmasters Johan and Davorin have written five books (and counting) and have many years of teaching experience.
Expert Daniel (USCF 2015) has been teaching since 2008, and has worked with a bunch of state and national champions, a ton of players in the top 100 in the country for their age group, and thousands of kids of all levels who love playing chess!
Uthra (Womens FIDE Master, 2007) won a gold medal at the Asian U-17 games. She has a peak FIDE rating of 2012 has been coaching kids for more than 3 years.
James (USCF 1533) learned chess at age 6 has been playing ever since. James has been teaching with Magnus Academy since 2017, and he specializes in making chess welcoming and exciting for beginners!
And Magnus Carlsen, the WORLD CHAMPION, stops by when he can, as does Judit Polgar, the best female player ever, who's doing five visits with us in 2022.
