Venue
Quinborne Community Centre
Ridgacre Road, Quinton
Birmingham, B32 2TW
Practical details
Everything You Need To Know
Time
Saturdays
10:00am-12:00pm
Ages
Mainly for children aged
7-16 years
Cost
£6 per session
First session free
Your first visit
What To Expect
1
Tell Us About Your Child
Share their age and current chess experience when booking.
2
Come Along And Meet Us
Your child joins a friendly session and meets coaches and players.
3
Enjoy The First Session Free
There is no pressure to commit. See whether the club feels right.
Parent FAQs
Common Questions
What standard does my child need to be?
Children should understand the basic rules and be able to play a complete game without assistance. Complete beginners can begin with the resources on our Resources page.
Can younger children attend?
The club is mainly for ages 7-16. Younger children may be considered individually, as focus and concentration are important for enjoying a two-hour session.
What happens during a session?
Sessions combine structured lessons, tactical puzzles, mini-tournaments, individual guidance and friendly competitive games.
Does my child need to enter tournaments?
No. Some players enjoy chess as a weekly hobby, while others prepare for school, county or national events. Both journeys are valued.
How can we practise between sessions?
Our junior chess resources and parent guide to supporting chess at home offer simple ways to continue learning.
Ready to join us?
Book A Free First Session
Send us your child's name, age and a brief indication of their current chess experience. We will reply to the email address you provide.
Thank You - Your Enquiry Has Been Sent
We have received your request for a free first session and will reply to the parent email address provided.
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birmingham_checkmate@outlook.com