CHESS BOOTCAMP MISSISSAUGA

At Mississauga Valley Community Centre

Address: 1275 Mississauga Valley Boulevard

Waterloo Chess Academy is excited to present our Winter/ Spring Chess Bootcamp, building on our successful programs in Waterloo, Kitchener, London, and Guelph. Open to students from all schools in the GTA, this program will teach the art of chess through engaging, hands-on lessons taught by professional chess coaches.

Prerequisite: Students must have basic knowledge of chess, including how the pieces move and their values.

Ages: 6 to 16

Time: Fridays, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Why Chess is Important for Kids

Chess is not just a game; it’s a powerful educational tool. Learning chess helps kids:

Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Improve concentration and focus.
Enhance memory and creativity.
Foster patience and discipline.
Build confidence in decision-making.

These lifelong skills benefit children academically and socially, making chess an enriching activity for young minds.

Dates:

March 6, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
March 13, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
March 27, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
April 17, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
April 24, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
May 1, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
May 8, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
May 22, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
May 29, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
June 5, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
June 12, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
June 19, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
June 26, 2026 – 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Program Highlights:

Discover the golden moves of chess.
Understand essential tactical motifs.
Dive into basic openings.
Write chess moves and read chess books.
Use a chess clock.
Participate in their first tournament.

By the end of this program, students will confidently play chess and understand its fundamental strategies.

Price: $380. Includes all materials, equipment, and homework assignments

Please note: As this is the only chess school in Mississauga and space is limited to one classroom, we may not be able to accommodate all interested students in the spring session. If the class is full, you will have the opportunity to register for the fall session.