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Empowering Youth Across the Board

Cleveland’s Leading Chess Program Provider

Unlock the boundless benefits of chess at your school with
Progress With Chess
.

Because of your Support!

10,000+

Underserved students have grown with us.

60
Schools and Centers in Northeast Ohio.
20 years

Of uplifting children with the power of 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!

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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.

Classes

Dive into the best after-school and Sunday chess classes in Northeast Ohio, designed to enrich young minds with vital skills and strategic thinking on and off the board.

Tournaments

Participate in premiere USFC and Scholastic chess tournaments where players can showcase their skills, meet new friends, and experience the thrill of competition.

Community

Chess is for everyone and we are committed to providing resources to those who need it most. See how you can help make our community stronger.

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.

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216-321-7000
12200 Fairhill Road, D230 Cleveland, OH 44120

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