​Complimentary Trial Class Before Enrollment​ ​

​Welcome to King’s Land Chess! We’re excited to have you explore our programs and warmly invite all new students to enjoy one complimentary trial and assessment class before enrolling.

​Trial classes take place during our regularly scheduled group classes. During the trial, our coach will assess your child’s current chess skills, learning experience, and overall understanding of the game. Based on the assessment, the coach will recommend the most appropriate class level for enrollment and may suggest a different placement if needed.
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This evaluation helps us better understand your child’s familiarity with piece movement, basic strategies, tactical skills, and overall game experience, ensuring that each student is placed in a class that best matches their current level and supports their continued growth.

​Please note:
  • Each new student is eligible for only one complimentary trial class.
  • Returning students who require a level reassessment after a break should log in to their KLC account and register for a class; standard tuition rates will apply.

​We look forward to meeting you and helping your child begin an exciting and rewarding chess journey with us!


​5 Steps to Book a Free Trial
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  • ​To ensure the best learning experience, please review our Initial Self-Evaluation guidelines below before registering for the trial.  
  • If a student’s current chess level or rating does not meet the requirements for the selected trial class, we may recommend or reschedule the student to a more appropriate class level based on their actual playing strength and skill.
  • Please let the coach know upon arrival that your child is attending a trial class. You will fill an evaluation form for coach.​​
  • ​After the trial class, you can log in to your account and click 'Enroll a Class' to complete your enrollment."
Step 1
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Book Your Trail

Click the " Start to Book Your Free Trail" button above to start. 
Step 2
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​Create an Account

Follow the instructions to add family and students.
Click " New to King's Land Chess? Click Here to Register". 
Step 3

Request a Trail 

​Choose "Request A Trail/Drop-in Class" 
on the page. 
​Or Click the menu at the upper left corner, select “Request a Trial Class”, choose a student, then choose campus and level.
Step 4

Choose a Class
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Choose your desired class. The classes are color-coded based on class levels. Details of the class, rating level, available spots, are listed. Put the mouse over a class for more information.
Step 5

Choose a Date
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Click the Text Part of the class to choose the class. Then select the date of the trial. You can click “Next Dates” for more choices. Once you choose the date, the trial class will be booked.
If you need further help or need to make any changes to the trial class, please email us at [email protected]

Trial Class Level Booking​ - Initial Self-Evaluation Guidlines

To help us place your child in the most suitable class, please use the following guidelines when selecting a trial class level:
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Level 1 New Beginner

For students who are completely new to chess or only knows the basic rules of how the pieces move, please register for a New Beginner Class. 

Level 2 Entry Level

Students who are familiar with basic checkmates, simple tactics, and can play a complete game independently may be a good fit for Entry Level Class. 

Level 3 Inter One

Students with knowledge of basic opening principles, chess tactics, middlegame strategies, and fundamental endgame concepts may benefit most from Inter One Class.

Level 4 Inter Two - Level 8 Elite Group

Students with an established USCF rating (based on more than 25 rated games) may register for Level 4 through Level 8 Classes according to their current USCF rating level (not chess.com or Lichess online rating).

Students Without a USCF Rating

​Students who do not yet have a USCF rating should register only for Level 1 - Level 3 classes.​

Class Level Promotion Guidelines


​At King’s Land Chess, we follow a structured pathway to ensure every student develops the skills and knowledge needed for long-term success.

1. General Promotion Timeline
  • Students typically study in the same level for 2–3 semesters before moving up.
  • Students whose USCF established rating (over 25 games) meets the next level requirement may be promoted at any time.
  • Each level follows a multi-semester curriculum with new teaching materials and topics each session.
  • This approach ensures students fully master the skills required at every stage.

2. New Beginner Level
  • Students complete one semester at this level.
  • After that semester, all students are promoted to Entry Level.

3. Entry Level & Intermediate One Level
    If a student is: unrated, has only a provisional rating (fewer than 25 USCF-rated games), or has an established rating (over 25 games) below the next level requirement,
  • They must complete at least 2 semesters before promotion.

4. Intermediate Two & Above Levels
​(Intermediate Two, Advanced One, Advanced Two, Tournament Group, Elite Group)
  • Promotion is based on coach evaluation or meeting the USCF established rating requirement (over 25 games).
  • Coaches consider:
    • Class performance
    • Tournament results
    • Tactical skill level

5. USCF Ratings & Promotion Criteria
  • Provisional rating: Published after the first 4 USCF-rated games.
  • Established rating: Published after 25 USCF-rated games.
  • Promotion eligibility:
    • Achieve the next level’s USCF established rating requirement (based on at least 25 games), or
    • Pass the end-of-semester evaluation test.

KLC Weekly Group Class Levels  

   
            New Beginner Level
  For students age 5+. No prior chess knowledge OR Only knows the basic rules of how the pieces move. 
  Students will learn rules of chess, checkmate, how to attack and defense. 
            Entry Level
  For students age 5+, USCF rating unrated - 200, familiar to checkmate, can play the whole game and know basic opening rules.
  Students will learn chess tactics, basic middle games and endgames. 
            Intermediate I Level
  For students rating 200-400, familiar with checkmate patterns and tactics.
  Students will participate in strategy and tactical skill building, and learn basic openings, middle game and endgame skills. 
            Intermediate II Level
  For students rating 400-600, have tournament experience, know basic opening line,
​  tactics and basic middle game strategy and ending knowledge.
  Training will focus on improve middle game strategy, build opening repertoire, game performance strengths and weaknesses. 
            Advanced I Level
  For students rating 600-900, have tournament experience, familiar with some opening lines,
  has clear middle game strategy and end game skills.
​  Students will receive coaching on tournament strategy, middle game theory, rules of endgame and more systematic training.
            Advanced II Level
  For students rating 900-1200, willing to receive more training.
​  Students will receive coaching on chess openings, positional ideas, tactical positions, theory and plan of middle game and endgame.
            Tournament Group
  For students rating 1200-1500, willing to receive more training.
​  Students will receive coaching on chess openings, positional ideas, tactical positions, theory and plan of middle game and endgame.
            Elite Group 
  For students rating 1500+, willing to take more professional and intensive training. 
​  KLC Elite Group is designed for players rated 1500+ with a goal of reaching 2000. Our training covers opening, middlegame, and endgame
  topics, with a strong emphasis on master game analysis. We focus on developing students' analytical and calculation skills to enhance
  their overall chess understanding and performance.

​Preparation of the in-person class

1. Face masks are optional.
2. No food or drink. Water is fine.
3. We will provide chess sets and teaching materials.
4. Hand sanitizer will be provided, and all chess equipment will be sanitized. Our rooms are equipped with air purifiers that can clean and fresh the air.
5. For the safety of our students, we request that parents drop off and pick up their child at the door. Students are not permitted to walk across the parking lot unaccompanied.
6. We maintain a nut-free facility. If you bring your own lunch or snacks, please ensure they are nut-free.