At Smart Moves Chess we are trained educators, chess players, and parents. We understand how to teach chess in a fun, engaging way. Our goal is to help you build a chess program that is focused on developing a lifetime love of learning.
Master the game with our comprehensive chess playing guides and chess resources! Dive into strategies, rules, and tips. Find a chess instructor or club to take your game to the next level. Start your chess journey and become a pro in no time!
Let us help you get your new chess club off the ground or make your existing one even better. Our products and resources are for schools and clubs of all ages. Smart Moves is designed to make managing your chess program as simple as possible.
Whether you're starting a new chess program, restocking your current one, or buying individual supplies, our chess pieces, boards, and teaching materials are available in easy to manage starter and replenishment packs, so getting what you need for yourself or your chess club is simple.
Looking for something for that chess lover in your life? You've come to the right place. Our store has chess merchandise from clothing to tote bags to mugs. Most of our products are Smart Moves exclusives, and are only available right here!
Smart Moves Chess focuses on providing chess resources that make it easy for educators and organizers to start and maintain youth chess programs. From a one-of-a-kind early learning chess program designed to give children the benefits of chess earlier, to downloadable resources and supplies, Smart Moves Chess is there to help you build and manage a successful chess program.
Take your game to the next level. Chess notation allows you to replay and analyze games as many times as you want. This score sheet bundle includes 12 different designs to choose from and a helpful game analysis section that allows detailed notes.
My son is really enjoying Smart Moves. He looks forward to Mondays and is anxious to tell us all about it.
Smart Moves is a great program! … They really care about the children and put in a lot of effort to make sure the kids are having fun. We love Smart Moves.
I appreciate the program more than you know. I’m proud my child is able to teach me about the different playing pieces so I know he is learning.
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