Virginia Commonwealth Chess Kids

Our son enjoys Coach Joseph’s class and his skill at the game has improved immensely. Coach is friendly but firm, expecting his students maintain focus. This is one reason why his students have done so well in national and international tournaments. I have recommended these classes to other parents and we expect to be with Virginia Commonwealth Chess Kids for years to come. Regardless of the level of your child this is a safe, effective and worthwhile place to let them explore their passion for the game.

I wish I could give 10 out of 5 stars here!! I know coach Joseph for over 4 years as my daughter has been a student of him. He trained my daughter in chess that led her to win several championships, trophies Capital area Grand Prix event etc over these years. Coach Joseph is the most respected, humble, generous and not to forget that that he is simply the "BEST Chess Certified Coach" that you could ever find in the Washington DC area. He worked tirelessly and dedicated his personal life also in creating several chess state champions like Brian Tay, Jason, Druva Patil etc in scholastic championships. He is there at every major chess event to encourage his students, analyzes every game in depth and provides personalized training plans as student skill level. Most of the chess trainers are money minded these days, but Joseph is a purely genuine chess coach and his main focus is to help out the student achieve their goals and win more trophies. He provided so much chess training materia...

This is best and only place for aspirant young chess-player. My son is taking chess lessons from Coach joseph from last 3 year and he reached very fast to become top youngest player in country. Coach Jay is very kind with kids and he understand how to teach and improve very young kids. Summer camps are fun and kids enjoy alot.this chess school is best for beginners as well as strong chess player.