University of Utah: Continuing Education
Chess Fundamentals I: Learn the Game
Master the fundamental chess principles, including piece movements, check, checkmate, and stalemate. You'll explore checkmating patterns, opening strategies, and crucial middle-game and endgame tactics. Finally, you'll learn how to compete confidently in tournament-style chess games. Whether you're just starting out or dusting off some old skills, this course will keep you motivated and prepared to take your game to the next level.
What is included with your student’s registration:
️Premium 1hr weekly chess instruction from a trained PowerChess instructor
️Premium Membership to the world’s largest children’s chess website, chesskid.com (a value of $15.00)
️Ability to win weekly chess prizes
Chess Fundamentals II: Strengthen Your Strategy
This course will deepen your understanding of essential chess concepts through structured lessons, guided practice, and dynamic gameplay. Explore tactical patterns, opening principles, strategic middle-game ideas, and critical endgame techniques that will help you think several moves ahead. Each session combines instruction with interactive exercises and game play, giving you the chance to test your skills against fellow students in a supportive, competitive setting. Whether you're aiming for tournament play or just want to sharpen your strategic edge, this class offers the tools and insights to elevate your game.
What is included with your student’s registration:
️Premium 1hr weekly chess instruction from a trained PowerChess instructor
️Premium Membership to the world’s largest children’s chess website, chesskid.com (a value of $15.00)
️Ability to win weekly chess prizes
️Competition in weekly chess tournament games and tournament awards
| Register For Chess Fundamentals I: Learn the Game | |
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| Class Schedule: |
Mondays, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM September 8 – September 29, 2025 |
| Included with Registration: |
✅ Premium 1hr weekly chess instruction from a trained PowerChess instructor ✅ Premium Membership to ChessKid.com (a $15.00 value) ✅ Ability to win weekly chess prizes |
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Register For Chess Fundamentals I
To register, click the link above. |
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| Register For Chess Fundamentals II: Strengthen Your Strategy | |
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| Class Schedule: |
Mondays, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM October 20 – November 10, 2025 |
| Included with Registration: |
✅ Premium 1hr weekly chess instruction from a trained PowerChess instructor ✅ Premium Membership to ChessKid.com (a $15.00 value) ✅ Ability to win weekly chess prizes ✅ Competition in weekly chess tournament games and tournament awards |
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Register For Chess Fundamentals II
To register, click the link above. |
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