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Announcing the
TCAMA Chess Skills Development Program
Don’t let your child spend another month stuck at their current rating level! Help them to grow in chess and prepare for success.
In one week training with Chris Torres your child will gain:
- The Valuable tools and skills needed to excel as a chess player.
- An extraordinary chess camp experience with a top-tier chess instructor.
- The confidence and motivation necessary to surpass their chess goals and fast track improvement.
Chris Torres has been teaching chess in the Bay Area since 1998. For 20 years his meticulous approach has paved the way for the success of his students regardless of their entry skill level. A true leader in California chess, Chris Torres creates unique a curriculum perfectly suited for each and every class he teaches. View his resume here: https://chessmusings.wordpress.com
The Torres Chess and Music Academy’s weeklong chess skills development program helps equip elementary and middle school aged chess players with the ideal balance of foundational skills and advanced knowledge necessary to achieve sustainable improvement in chess. Sign up for these chess camps and get connected with the leading chess coach who is passionate about creating winners in every student he teaches. Classes are limited to just 10 students so every child receives personal attention. Each week long program is only $150!
P1
June 25-29
3:30 to 6:30
Fremont Hub
160 Fremont Hub Courtyard, Fremont
P2
July 9-13
12:30 to 3:30
Newark
34904 Newark Blvd., Newark
P3
July 9-13
4:00 to 7:00
Fremont Hub
160 Fremont Hub Courtyard, Fremont
P4
July 16-20
12:30 to 3:30
Newark
34904 Newark Blvd., Newark
P5
July 16-20
4:00 to 7:00
Warm Springs
46517 Mission Blvd., Fremont
P6
July 23-27
1:00 to 4:00
Pleasanton
4460 Black Ave., Suite A, Pleasanton
P7
July 30-Aug 3
12:30 to 3:30
Newark
34904 Newark Blvd., Newark
P8
July 30-Aug 3
4:00 to 7:00
Fremont Hub
160 Fremont Hub Courtyard, Fremont
P9
August 6-10
12:30 to 3:30
Newark 34904
Newark Blvd., Newark
P10
August 6-10
4:00 to 7:00
Warm Springs
46517 Mission Blvd., Fremont
P11
August 13-17
12:30 to 3:30
Warm Springs
46517 Mission Blvd., Fremont
P12
August 13-17
4:00 to 7:00
Fremont Hub
160 Fremont Hub Courtyard, Fremont
AFTER PAYMENT IS COMPLETED A LINK TO THE APPLICATION WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU
Please contact Chris Torres at chesslessons@aol.com if you have any questions.
Checks should be made payable to the TCAMA 16691 Colonial Trail, Lathrop, CA, 95330.
For more information on Nurture Kids (510) 364-9322 www.wenurturekids.com
Nurture Kids
April 14th through June 16th
Brought to you by Nurture Kids and the Torres Chess and Music Academy, a nonprofit
organization. This chess program meets every Saturday from 11:00 until
1:00, beginning April 14, 2018. Nurture Kids is hosting a very special program
taught by nationally renowned chess instructor Chris Torres. This course will
provide experienced tournament players with instruction that will quickly increase
their ability and understanding of chess. We will also teach newer students the
skills necessary to excel in competitive chess. Participants will begin their class by
participating in an hour long chess lesson. Students will then play 1 USCF rated
chess game as part of the ongoing tournament and receive analysis of their play.
All participants must be members of the USCF. If your child is not a member, your
child can join or renew their USCF membership at the first meeting. A USCF ID
number is required in order to participate in the tournament.
April 14 th through June 16th
Saturdays 11:00 AM – 1: 00 PM
Nurture Kids, 160 Fremont Hub Courtyard, Fremont, CA 94538
The chess program will be offered every Saturday except when notified otherwise.
The tuition for this program is $150 for ten weeks. Drop-In classes are $21 and do
not require prior registration. No refund will be given for unscheduled student
absences. Checks should be made payable to the TCAMA 16691 Colonial Trail,
Lathrop, CA, 95330, OR visit www.chessandmusic.com to register online
For more information on Nurture Kids, 160 Fremont Hub Courtyard, Fremont, CA
94538 (510) 364-9322 www.wenurturekids.com
River Islands Technology Academy &
the Torres Chess and Music Academy, Inc. Present:
The First Annual Lathrop Chess Fest
April 8, 2017
Where: River Islands Technology Academy – 1175 Marina Drive, Lathrop, CA 95330
When: 4/8/17 R1 @ 9:00am Breakfast and Lunch will be sold on site.
What: Scholastic (K-12) 3 Round Quad - G/30
Cost: $0! This tournament is generously funded by
Dell’Osso Farms and the River Islands Development
Trophies are awarded to top player in each quad. All other players will receive pins for participating. First place in the Non-Rated Quads will also win a USCF Membership.
Please, No Outside Food…
BRING CASH TO PURCHASE BREAKFAST AND LUNCH AT THE TOURNAMENT.
USCF Rated QUAD Format: All players must be USCF members. All players must understand USCF tournament rules. USCF Membership fee is $17, per year. QUAD Format - The players in each quad play a round robin, one game against each of the players in their section, for a total of three games each. Quads are by grade and experience. All quads will be Game in 30 min (each player). Sets and boards provided. Clocks will be provided, but players are encouraged to bring their own. For more on the blitz rules go HERE.
NON-Rated QUAD Format: Will be played just like the rated section, but a USCF rating is not required. The games will not be reported to the USCF and no rating will be issued.
Blitz Format: a 5 round tournament with each round played G/5 (each player). Each round will last only 10 minutes. The top player will get a trophy. For more on the blitz rules go HERE.
Puzzle Competition: Players will be given 30 minutes to complete a packet of chess puzzles. The player to get the most correct in the shortest amount of time will win a trophy.
*Round Times:
R 1 @ 9:00am R 2 @ 10:30 LUNCH R 3 @ 1:00pm
Blitz @ 2:30 & Puzzle @ 4:00
Breakfast will be served before R1. Trophies awarded at the conclusion of each quad.
APPLY ONLINE at www.chessandmusic.com
If not registered by 11/4 @ 9 pm they will not play R1.
Information: Contact Chris Torres at Chesslessons@aol.com.
We will be starting chess club again on Wednesday October 21st.
This year we will be expanding to have a chess club and a chess team. The club will be for players who enjoy the game, but are not serious about going to tournaments. The club will meet from 12:00 to 1:30 every Wednesday school is in session. We will have a large group lesson and time to play chess in a step ladder tournament. (See below for a description of a step ladder tournament.) All studying and homework will be voluntary for extra points. Points will also be awarded for playing games, volunteering, and behavior. Poor behavior will result in the loss of points. At the end of the year the top point earners will win a special award.
The team will be for students who wish to improve and compete in rated chess tournaments outside of school. Our team will meet from 1:30 to 2:30 although all team members will be expected to attend chess club as well. The chess team will be run much like the club but there will be homework and studying requirements. It will also require attendance at chess tournaments.
Required tournaments include:
-The Susan Dell'Osso Chess Fest (which will be scheduled once our Gym is completed)
-The Susan Polgar Foundation's National Open for Girls and Boys on 2/27-2/28 in San Mateo www.SPFNO.com
-The Lathrop Mayor's Cup in the late spring
We will let team members know about other tournaments, but they are not mandatory.
Last year we held a t-shirt design competition among our chess club members. The Silva's winning design will be printed on the shirt. We will have order forms for the chess shirt sent home as soon as chess club resumes. Club members are encouraged to purchase a RiTechA chess shirt while Team members will be required to wear our chess shirt to all tournaments.
My goal is to make our chess program a national powerhouse. In order to succeed, I need parent volunteers to come and help keep an eye on the kids and help with pick-up time. Because I will be doing the instruction, we just need other parents there to make sure the kids are behaving and paying attention. Since it's after school, this is a great way to get your volunteer hours if you have younger children because you can bring them with you.
Chess will meet every Wednesday that school is in session. The last day of chess will be on May 25, 2016
If you would like to order a River Islands Chess Shirt for $15, Go HERE
The Third Annual Lathrop Mayor’s Cup Chess Tournament
March 26, 2017
The TCAMA is pleased to have a hometown Mayor that supports our goal of making chess an important cultural aspect of Lathrop. In honor of Mayor Sonny Dhaliwal’s commitment to chess, the Torres Chess & Music Academy will be hosting the Mayor’s Cup at River Islands Technology Academy. Mayor Sonny Dhaliwal will be in attendance, along with other local dignitaries, to hand out awards to all the participants at the end of the tournament. The Torres Chess and Music Academy believes in running chess tournaments that deliver educational experiences. In addition to awards for all participants, TCAMA coaches will be on hand to provide free expert analysis of chess games. It is our goal to have chess teams representing all of the schools in Lathrop at the second Mayor’s Cup chess tournament.
Where: River Islands Technology Academy – 1175 Marina Drive, Lathrop, CA 95330
When: R1 @ 9:00am on 3/26/17 Breakfast and Lunch will be sold on site.
What: Scholastic (K-12) 5 Round Swiss - G/45
Cost: $25
Trophies are awarded to top 5 players in each section. All other players will receive ribbons for participating. The first place school team in each section will win a trophy.
Please, No Outside Food…
BRING CASH TO PURCHASE BREAKFAST AND LUNCH AT THE TOURNAMENT.
USCF Rated Swiss Format: All players must be USCF members. All players must understand USCF tournament rules. USCF Membership fee is $17, per year. 5 round Swiss Format - Everyone plays 5 games against players in their section. Sections are by grade. 5 rated sections based on grade (K-1, 2-3, 4-5, 6-8, 9+). Top 5 players in each section will win trophies. All sections will be Game in 45 min (each player). Sets and boards provided. Clocks will be provided, but players are encouraged to bring their own.
NON-Rated Swiss Format: Will be played just like the rated section, but a USCF rating is not required. The games will not be reported to the USCF and no rating will be issued.
*Round Times:
R 1 @ 9:00am R 2 @ 10:30 LUNCH R 3 @ 1:00pm R 4 @ 2:30 & R 5 @ 4:00
Breakfast will be served before R1. Trophies and medals awarded at 5:45
Entry Fees: $25
Make check payable to: TCAMA or
APPLY ONLINE at www.chessandmusic.com
If not registered by 3/25 @ 9 pm they will not play R1.
Information: Contact Chris Torres at Chesslessons@aol.com.
January 26th through June 1st
The Chess Program at John Muir is brought to you by
The Torres Chess and Music Academy, a non-profit organization.
Whether your child plays chess, or wants to start -- come learn, play games, have fun and help us continue to build a great chess club. This year the TCAMA will be returning to the Muir Chess Club. No matter what level of play your child enjoys, the Muir chess club will provide the appropriate level of instruction.
The chess program meets every Friday 3:15 until 4:30, beginning September 8, 2017. (30 classes)
Students will be broken into groups based on their relative skill at the game of chess. Class begins with a general meeting where children are briefed on any chess club news, offered information on upcoming chess events, and informed of their new point sheet standings. At the conclusion of the meeting, children are broken into their skill level defined groups and take part in a "hands on" chess lesson that lasts approximately 20-30 minutes. Once this lesson has completed, children will take part in a club tournament, which is played to rated tournament standards. This means children will play silently, use chess clocks and notate games. If time remains at the conclusion of their games, children will analyze their games quietly in peer groups until clean up time. Points will be awarded to children for attendance, performance in their games, extra credit homework, and attending tournaments. All homework will be voluntary and count toward extra credit points. For more information on the Torres Chess and Music Academy or to apply online, please visit chessandmusic.com. Scholarships Available!
The chess program will be offered every Friday that school’s in regular session. The tuition for this program is $225 for the semester.
The last day of the Chess Club will be June 1, 2018.
Checks should be made payable to The TCAMA. Fees for this chess program are nonrefundable after the second meeting. No refund will be given for unscheduled student absences.
There will be no class on
1/26, 2/23, 4/20, and 5/18.
PLEASE KEEP THESE DATES FOR YOUR RECORDS!!
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January 30th through June 5th
by The Torres Chess and Music Academy, a non-profit organization.
Whether your child plays chess, or wants to start -- come learn, play games, have fun and help us continue to build a great chess club. This year the TCAMA will be returning to the Collins Chess Club. No matter what level of play your child enjoys, the Collins chess club will provide the appropriate level of instruction.
The school has reduced our room availability to just one room on TUESDAY ONLY. Because of this we can only accept the first 30 applicants! All applicants must already be familiar with the rules of chess.
The chess program meets for (34 Classes) every:
Tuesday from 2:30 until 3:45, beginning September 12, 2017.
Class begins with a general meeting where children are briefed on any chess club news, offered information on upcoming chess events, and informed of their new point sheet standings. At the conclusion of the meeting, children are broken into their skill level defined groups and take part in a "hands on" chess lesson that lasts approximately 20-30 minutes. Once this lesson has completed, children will take part in a club tournament, which is played to rated tournament standards. This means children will play silently, use chess clocks and notate games. If time remains at the conclusion of their games, children will analyze their games quietly in peer groups until clean up time. Points will be awarded to children for attendance, performance in their games, extra credit homework, and attending tournaments. All homework will be voluntary and count toward extra credit points.
For more information on the Torres Chess and Music Academy or to apply online, please visit chessandmusic.com. Scholarships Available!
The chess program will be offered every Tuesday that school’s in regular session. The tuition for this program is $255 for the semester.
The last day of the Chess Club will be June 5, 2018.
Checks should be made payable to The TCAMA. Fees for this chess program are nonrefundable after the second meeting. No refund will be given for unscheduled student absences.
There will be no class on
2/20, and 4/17.
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