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Our USCF certified coaches or local Grandmaster can help improve your game. Choose from our numerous learning programs, which include study groups, private and group lessons, tournament game analysis, and scholastic programs. We are a proud supporter of Chess Kids - the gold standard chess curriculum - and all of our coaches are trained in using it. No matter what level you are, contact us today and find a learning plan that's best for you. Register below for a specific learning program.

Chess Lessons

Chess instruction is a great way to learn or improve your chess at any age or skill level. Whether you are a scholastic-aged beginner or an advanced adult, we can connect you with the right coach.

We offer numerous time slots and a variety of different coaches to match your specific needs. Manasota Chess Center coaches use the best-in-class chess method for teaching - the Chess Kids Curriculum - which is additionally bolstered by our coaches' experience and will cater to your individual needs.

Chess Study Groups

A very popular and recent program is chess study groups. This offering is free for Manasota Chess Center members...all you have to do is show up and learn!

Meet with a group of your friends, or choose to be assigned to a group. Group members will schedule the time(s) to meet during open hours. Study groups have the following advantages:

Connect with people of similar skill level who are striving to improve.
You can use materials from the Manasota Chess Center library or bring materials from home.
You can ask our USCF certified coaches for suggestions on what to study, as well as ask for help if you're working through a tough concept.

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Tournament Game Analysis

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Every month after MCC has completed each of their three monthly rated tournaments, Grandmaster Pascal Charbonneau analyzes select games on our YouTube Streaming Site. This is how you become eligible:

Participate in an MCC rated tournament
Keep accurate and readable notation
Submit games to TD via instructions provided on tournament day

We post other videos to the YouTube channel as well, such as filmed group classes, casual game analysis, "climbing the rating ladder" videos, and opening / endgame instructional videos.