📌 Group Lessons📌

The TBCC offers group classes covering a wide range of subjects and skill levels.

Our classes are engaging and fun enough to keep even the youngest players (kindergarteners) interested.  These classes are also a great way to meet other players. 

See lesson schedules here.


♟️Baby Steps on Chess (Complete Beginner)

 

A gentle, confidence-building introduction to the world of chess

 

Designed for kindergarten learners taking their very first steps in chess, this program nurtures curiosity, focus, and a sense of accomplishment.

Through warm, small-group lessons inspired by the supportive atmosphere of top international schools, students learn the foundations of chess in a way that feels safe, joyful, and richly developmental.

 

We begin with the absolute basics—piece names, movements, simple tactics, board setup—and gradually help each child build the habits of thinking, observing, and expressing their ideas. Our instructors introduce each concept with patience and encouragement, creating an environment where beginners feel proud to explore new skills.

 

Focus Areas:

 ♟ Confidence before competition

 ♟ Hands-on learning through games, puzzles, and guided play

 ♟ Social learning and communication in English

 ♟ A warm, community-based atmosphere where every child feels seen and supported

 

Baby Steps on Chess ensures that even complete beginners feel welcomed into the Tokyo Bilingual Chess School journey—prepared not only to play, but to learn how to think, collaborate, and grow.

 

♟️ Chess for Rookies!(Beginner)

 

For children starting their chess journey.

Students learn the rules, basic checkmates, piece coordination, and essential habits for thinking independently.

Classes are gentle, encouraging, and designed to build confidence step by step.

 

Focus Areas:

 ♟ Full understanding of the rules

 ♟ Opening principles

 ♟ Simple tactics

 ♟ Learning to express ideas in English and Japanese

 ♟ Building concentration and calm thinking

 

♟️ Chess Sapiens Course(Intermediate)

 

For learners who already understand the basics and want to deepen their strategic ability.

Students explore tactical patterns, structured planning, and practical decision-making.

 

Focus Areas:

 ♟ Tactical motifs (forks, pins, discovered attacks, etc.)

 ♟ Positional understanding

 ♟ Endgame fundamentals

 ♟ Playing longer games

 ♟ Introduction to notation and analysis

 

♟️ Chess Leaps Course (Advanced)

 

For experienced players who wish to grow through structured training.

Students review their games, study master examples, and develop discipline, creativity, and tournament mindset.

 

Focus Areas:

 ♟ Opening repertoire construction

 ♟ Advanced tactical training

 ♟ Practical endgame strategy

 ♟ Self-analysis & reflection

 ♟ Tournament preparation

 

🏆 Master Chess Course Competitive & Tournament Players)

 

For players who already compete or aim to play seriously in rated events.

Training is intensive and tailored, combining high-level theory, psychological readiness, and individualized improvement plans.

 

Focus Areas:

 ♟ Advanced openings & deep middle-game strategy

 ♟ Calculation training

 ♟ Complex endgames

 ♟ Building competitive resilience

 ♟ Support for national and international tournaments

 

 🌈Our Approach

 

We believe every child deserves to learn in an environment where they feel safe, seen, and inspired.

Our programs are built around:

 

 ♘ Warm, family-like community

 ♘ Bilingual communication (EN/JP)

 ♘ Clear progression pathways

 ♘ High academic-like standards

 ♘ Respectful, patient teaching

 ♘ The joy and beauty of chess