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Online Chess Lessons

Live, story-powered lessons that turn screen time into skill time. Designed for ages 3+ and taught by certified tutors, our online classes bring chess to life through characters, adventures, and play.
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Trusted by thousands of families

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How to get started

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Register for a Trial

Register below and let your child give it a try—their first class is only $15, making it simple and pressure-free to get started!

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We'll Reach Out

We will reach out to confirm details, answer any questions, and help you choose the a time that works best for your family.

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Join Live on Lichess

Bring your child to their first class and watch them dive into stories, games, and the excitement of learning chess!

See the magic of story-powered chess in action

Watch kids light up as stories, movement, and mini-games click into real-time learning with a live tutor guiding every step.
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Why choose Story Time Chess?

Made for how kids actually learn

We use stories, movement, and mini-games to help naturally build focus, logic, and confidence (without the “are we done yet?”).

Screen-time fun,
real-time learning

Click in, play along, and get instant, personalized feedback from real tutors who adapt lessons to your child's learning style.

Live classes that fit your week

Private or small-group, weekdays or weekends. Quick setup, easy reschedules, and engaging tutors who make learning fun.

FAQ's

From schedules to sign-ups, here are the most common questions parents ask us about our clubs. Still curious? Head to our FAQ page for the full scoop.

What classes do you offer at your club?
Intro to Chess: For brand-new players
Chess: For kids who can play full games
Chess+: Advanced, invite-only class for kids ready for deeper strategy and tournament prep
Birchguard Quest: Our original roleplaying game blending storytelling and early learning

How do I sign up for classes?
We encourage everyone to take a trial first before signing up for classes! Once you have an idea of who we are and what class is right for you, you must purchase a Class Pack to reserve your spot in a class. A Class Pack is 10 classes worth of credits.

What are credits and how do they work?
Credits are pre-purchased funds used for any class or offering. As a part of your registration, you purchased credits. After the commencement of every class, we deduct credits from your account for the cost of the class.

What if I miss a class?
If you need to miss a class, just let us know at least 48 hours ahead of time! That way, your credits stay safe and our tutors can plan ahead. Without notice, the cost of the class is automatically deducted from your credits. (This is waived for illness.)

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Meet our tutors

Every tutor completes our training in story-based instruction and child engagement. Many are competitive players and experienced educators who know how to make ‘aha!’ moments happen online.
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Chelsey
Tutor & Martial Artist
With the discipline of Taekwondo and the spirit of play, Chelsey helps kids find confidence through focus, respect, and fun.
Alessandro
Tutor & Chess Philosopher
Alessandro believes every mistake is a masterpiece in progress, teaching kids that learning is about courage, curiosity, and joy.
Leila
Tutor & Broadway Dreamer
From center stage to chessboard squares, Leila inspires kids to express themselves boldly and think like stars.
Parker
Tutor & Board Game Buff
Whether it’s chess, Clue, or a brand-new favorite, Parker loves games that bring people together and spark creative thinking.
Seth
Tutor & Music Maker
Whether strumming a guitar or guiding a game, he brings rhythm, creativity, and joy to every moment with his students.
Molly
Tutor & World Explorer
After years abroad teaching and traveling, Molly brings a global sense of curiosity and connection to every story and lesson she shares.
L'Oreal
Tutor & Creativity Coach
L'Oreal knows every child learns differently, and she loves finding imaginative ways to make lessons click.
Ana
Tutor & Curriculum Creator
As both an educator and creative team member, Ana helps shape the stories that make learning chess so magical.

See what other parents are saying!

"Story Time Chess tutors have done an excellent job cultivating a love of chess and creating a positive and safe environment for our kid to learn - he never wants to miss a class ! Staff is responsive and kind. Love having Story Time Chess in our after-school rotation."
Elizabeth
Parent
"The lessons are the highlight of my daughter's week. The Park Slope Club is incredibly organized and well-run and is a very charming and joyful place with kind, nurturing and supportive leadership, instructors and staff. A+++ all around."
Sherri P.
Parent
"Both of our children love Story Time Chess! Classes are taught by supportive and illustrative teachers, and the center is run by Kim, who is responsive, thoughtful, and equally kind towards the families."
Lee T.
Parent
"My daughter had no prior chess experience and immediately fell in love by going through Story Time Chess's storytelling style of teaching. Now the chess club becomes her favorite class after the school and she can’t wait to play with the next character when it is introduced."
Christine N.
Parent
"I have seen so much personal and social growth in my son from Chess. Along with chess tactics, the tutors are teaching my son life skills like strategy, sportsmanship and imaginative thinking, and I couldn't recommend them more."
Aviva G.
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