Empowering Youth Across the Board
Cleveland’s Leading Chess Program Provider
Unlock the boundless benefits of chess at your school with
Progress With Chess.
The Incredible Impact of Chess
in Action!
Imagine a world where every child develops critical thinking skills and learns the value of teamwork through chess. At Progress with Chess, we aim to transform our community by fostering these essential attributes through every lesson we provide. And we need your help!
Summer Camps Enrolling Now!
Ready for summer? We are with our expansive Summer Camps! Our experienced instructors provide an organized and complete schedule of chess activities, including interactive lessons, puzzle contests, giant chess, open play, mini-tournaments, and more! All camp schedules include breaks with outdoor recess.
About Us!
We offer customizable, affordable, and fun chess programs for grades K-8.
With experienced, background checked instructors, we’ve been conducting chess programs in 60+ schools in NE Ohio for over 20 years. Join us to enhance critical thinking skills, provide social learning, and engage a diverse range of students.
Progress With Chess is a local, Cleveland-based non-profit organization.
Started over 20 years ago by National Master Michael Joelson. We employ experienced players, teachers, and tournament directors who align with our long-standing passion of advocating for chess education throughout our community.
Through our programs, students will go beyond learning the rules.
We provide our students with all the tools needed to put them on the path of success both on and off the board.
CMSD League opening moves have been made
On November 7th the students of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District embarked on their chess journey by participating in the 1st tournament of the monthly scholastic CMSD Chess League.
The Inaugural Cleveland Rec Center Tournament
On August 19th, 2023, players from across the Greater Cleveland area got together at the Zelma George Recreation Center to celebrate the game of chess in a friendly unrated competition hosted by Progress With Chess.
