General Description
Through weekly chess lessons, tournaments, team competitions, and holiday camps, children not only learn to play and enjoy chess but also develop valuable lifelong skills. They can participate in group lessons with a maximum of six participants or opt for private chess courses. Additionally, you can celebrate your child's birthday at any of the course locations! They provide interactive weekly courses, online lessons, and specialized professional training through our Chess4Pros program for advanced players, tailored for children aged 4 and up. Explore their comprehensive selection of courses and find the perfect fit for your child! They provide engaging half-day and full-day camps for children, designed to be interactive, enjoyable, and suitable for all skill levels.
Activities
At Chess4Kids Horgen, they offer a variety of activities tailored for children to spark their interest in chess and foster their skills :
- Weekly Courses : The cost for one child is 700.00 CHF per semester. If a child starts mid-semester, the course fee is reduced by 30 CHF for each week missed since the semester began. Semesters align with the local cantonal school calendar: the winter semester starts after the summer holidays and runs until the sports holidays, while the summer semester begins after the sports holidays and continues until the summer holidays. Each semester includes one weekly lesson in a small group with children of similar age and skill level, with all learning materials provided. Families benefit from a 20% sibling discount starting with the second child. Additionally, for every friend you refer who registers for a semester course during the same semester, you’ll receive a 30 CHF voucher for your next course. Please note that lessons do not take place during school holidays.
- Online Courses : Online lessons are available Monday to Saturday, scheduled in coordination with the course instructor. Using popular tools like Zoom and Skype, along with platforms such as Chessmatec, they create an engaging and effective learning experience. Each session lasts 45-50 minutes, with the day and time tailored to the child’s age and chess proficiency. Lessons are conducted in small groups by professional chess trainers, ensuring high-quality instruction. They cater to all levels, from beginners to advanced players, and regularly organize tournaments to give children the opportunity to showcase and develop their skills. The price for a child is 500.00 CHF per semester. This includes one lesson per week in a small group with other children of a similar age and level of experience. Siblings receive a 20% discount on lessons from the 2nd child onwards. If the child starts during the current semester, the course fee is reduced by 25.00 CHF for each lesson already completed. For private lessons, monthly invoices are issued at the end of each month.
Holiday Camps
Chess4Kids offers exciting half-day and full-day camps for children aged 5 and up, including : Sports Camps, Summer Camps, Autumn Camps, Winter Camps.
- The Sports Holiday Camp 2025 : This year, their exciting Chess4Kids Camp will be held again during the sports holidays, starting on February 3, 2025, at Horgen. The all-day sports holiday camp runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and, in addition to chess lessons in the morning, features an exciting and interactive afternoon program, including activities like hip hop, robotics & Lego, yoga, and martial arts. On the final day, a chess tournament will be held for all participants. The cost for the full 5-day camp is 500 CHF, which includes materials, lunch, snacks, and drinks. You can also choose to book individual days at 110 CHF per day.
