First, children love the game. Then, they grow with it.
Live online chess lessons where children learn to think for themselves.
Meet the Teacher
Hi, I’m Dasha, the founder and teacher behind Stay Chessy.
I make chess understandable and interesting for children. We try ideas, ask questions, and learn from the moves that don’t work — as well as the ones that do.
My aim is for your child to enjoy playing and grow more independent at the board.
A glimpse into our lessons
A few moments from our live online lessons.
What your child learns
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Making their own decisions
Children learn to make plans, choose their moves, and explain why they chose a move.
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Building resilience
Children learn to keep playing when a game isn’t going their way, even after losing a piece or falling behind.
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Choosing to play chess
Chess becomes a hobby they enjoy at home and with friends, and a way they choose to spend their free time.
Ways to learn
Find the format that fits your child.
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Ages 7+
Group lessons
Play, compare ideas, and learn with other children. Start with a trial lesson.
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Ages 8+Dates coming soon
Chess Series
Explore one chess topic through a fixed series of lessons. Join the waitlist on the Pricing page.
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Ages 5+
Individual lessons
Time to explore the game at your child's pace.
Not sure where to start? I’ll suggest a level after the trial. Explore the levels
What parents notice
You are the best teacher in the world he has ever met.
You are her teacher of fear — you teach her not to be afraid.
I'm impressed. Nina played almost a full game and followed the board the whole time.
He used to give up after losing one piece. Now he just thinks and keeps playing.
Your questions, answered.
Getting started
Individual lessons start at age 5, Group lessons at 7, and Chess Series at 8. The trial helps us see whether your child is comfortable learning online.
We get to know each other, play a little, and explore what your child already knows. You can ask questions, and afterwards I'll suggest a level and format.
Individual lessons can start when a suitable time is available. Group lessons depend on available places. Each Chess Series has a fixed start date.
Individual lessons give your child time and attention of their own. Group lessons bring other children and their ideas into the game. We can talk about which format would suit your child during the trial.
Choose the language your child is most comfortable using to ask questions and explain their ideas.
Regular Individual and Group lessons take place once a week, following the calendar we agreed on.
The setup
Individual lessons last 45 minutes. Group and Chess Series lessons last 60 minutes.
A computer or iPad, Zoom, and a browser. A physical chess set is welcome, but you don't need one to start.
There is no annual commitment. Regular lessons have a fixed monthly fee, and an optional 3-month plan is paid upfront. Chess Series is a separate program with its own start and end dates.
Growth and expectations
I share what we're working on, what I'm noticing in your child's play, and what we'll work on next.
Ask your child to show you a position or explain a move. Their reasons can tell you more than the result of one game.
Practice between lessons is optional. I can suggest puzzles and games that fit your child's level and interests.
Group lessons are ongoing. Chess Series brings a small group together for 12 lessons over 3 months, with one chess topic as the focus.
Let's see how your child takes to chess.
Start with a free 30-minute online trial lesson.
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