Currently Chess Mates teach through numerous schools and daycares throughout Brisbane and foster a love for learning through chess that helps children grow into well-rounded adults. Their games aren’t competitive and they’re all about learning, playing games, and making friends.

Chess Classes for School Kids

Chess Classes are currently available throughout Brisbane and on weekends in Bulimba, Sunnybank and Kenmore though all schools are welcome to register their interest. This is an ideal activity to incorporate into your school or after school care program. For schools, they teach chess classes with a focus on teamwork and co-operation. They provide individual reviews which are sent out to parents on a term basis with the aim of involving parents in their child’s journey and progress. If you are wanting to know more about how to make this happen just contact Chess Mates directly using the link at the bottom of this page.

Chess Classes for 3 to 5 Year Olds

Improving spatial awareness, promoting critical thinking and advancing problem solving skills are just some of the wonderful benefits achieved in learning to play chess. As children absorb information far more readily in their early years, teaching chess to toddlers can have the greatest lasting effect. It has also been documented that academic performance at school by children who have played chess from as young as 3 years of age can be improved by as much as 20% over non-chess playing children.

An intelligent game

Essential developmental skills are heightened through the playing of chess from a young age. Importantly, chess has been shown to improve memory, creativity, concentration and reading skills. The development of planning skills, high-order thinking skills and independent decision making are advanced. Chess has also been shown to assist in academic performance in maths and science at school.

Weekly educational programs with Chess Mates

Weekly classes with Chess Mates focus on teaching chess tactics and piece movement and are always a fun experience for the kids. Following a class, parents will receive an email reviewing the content and documenting their child’s progression. Parents are even invited to attend weekly sessions to see just how enjoyable classes with Chess Mates can be. Weekly educational sessions are held throughout south-east Queensland every week. All teachers hold a current blue card and child care classes run for 30 minutes. Just visit the Chess Mates to find one close to you and to register for a FREE trial class.

You can find out more about Chess Mates’ wonderful classes in this video –

Parent Testimonials

This is what Emma had to say about Chess Mates chess classes for her daughter Sofia –

“Hi Ash – I just wanted to let you know that I’m consistently receiving positive feedback from Sofia (and often joyous excitement) about what’s she’s learnt in her Monday chess class. My husband and I are very impressed with how much Sofia has learnt, retained and applied to playing chess at home – what pieces are called and how they can move on the board – as a result of her lessons with you.”

Surf Life Saving Queensland’s Little Lifesavers program is a fun way for kids to learn about water safety, all while keeping them entertained on the school holidays and weekends.

Open for kids from 5 to 11 years of age, they’ll get to learn about water safety through activities, beach games and rescue demos, without the trip to the beach!

The Little Lifesavers program is designed to be fun and engaging and help increase your child’s skills and confidence in the water. Plus, they’ll be entertained for hours.

Little Lifesavers locations in Brisbane

Little Lifesavers programs are available in multiple locations across Brisbane, including South Bank, Springfield and Raby Bay. All new children who sign up will also receive a rash shirt and Little Lifesavers pack!

South Bank, Brisbane

Dates for 2023/2024:

• Term 4, 2023 – 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th October & 4th November 2023 (5 x Saturday mornings)
• December School Holidays 2023 – 11th – 15th December 2023 (Monday to Friday)
• January School Holidays 2024 – 15th – 19th January 2024 (Monday to Friday)
• Term 1, 2024 – 24th February, 2nd, 9th, 16th & 23rd March 2024 (5 x Saturday mornings)
• April School Holidays 2024 – 8th – 12th April 2024 (Monday to Friday)

Orion Lagoon, Springfield

Dates for 2023/2024:

• Term 4 2023 – 12th, 19th & 26th November + 3rd & 10th December 2023 (5 x Sunday mornings)
• January School Holidays 2024 – 8th – 12th January 2024 (Monday to Friday)
• Term 1, 2024 – 25th February, 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th March 2024 (5 x Sunday mornings)
• April School Holidays 2024 – 4th & 5th April 2024 (Thursday & Friday)

Foreshore Park, Raby Bay

Dates for 2023/2024:

• Term 4 2023 – 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th October & 4th November 2023 (5 x Saturday mornings)
• December School Holidays 2023 – Monday 11th – Friday 15th December 2023 (Monday to Friday)
• January School Holidays 2024 – 8th – 12th January 2024 (Monday to Friday)

Price: $175 for the 5-day program, or $150 for returning participants.

For more locations, head to the Surf Life Saving Queensland website.

What’s included?

Rash Shirt – All participants are required to wear a long-sleeved little lifesavers rash shirt. If you’re a new participant, this is included in the price of your registration. If you’re a returning participant, you won’t need to purchase another one unless you want to.

Little Lifesavers Pack – All new participants will get a little lifesavers pack which includes a backpack, water bottle and activity booklet.

Completion certificate – is awarded at the end of every program.

BBQ lunch – on the last day of the program there is a BBQ which includes sausages on bread and a Zooper Dooper for all participants.

Register today!

More about Surf Life Saving Queensland

Surf Life Saving Queensland is the state’s peak aquatic rescue authority and is one of the largest volunteer-based community service organisations in Australia.

Running in Queensland since 1993, their Little Lifesavers program features highly-skilled surf lifesavers who guide children through a structured program and teach them vital skills that they will keep with them for life.

Testimonials

“Everything. Especially the games such as running for flags on the sand and balls in the water. They really loved the instructors.”

“Terrific teachers and fun activities – they were engaged the whole time!”

“Sophie loved the activities, the variety that was offered, the instructors were great!”

To find out more, and to book, head to the SLSQ Little Lifesavers website.