Grasshopper Kids

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Details

Mondays, 9/15 - 12/15, from 4:00PM - 5:00PM @ YMCA/Sutro Elementary

Emergency Contacts

Teacher Stephen: (628) 219-3180

Grasshopper: (720) 644-1670

School Contact,

Jazzy Mendoza

(415) 606-6654

Series Dates

9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15

Additional Notes:

Checkmate Champs: A Fun Journey Into Chess invites students to embark on an exciting adventure into the world of knights, kings, and strategy. Through captivating games, interactive challenges, and skill-building exercises, kids will dive into the fascinating game of chess. As they learn to think several moves ahead and develop critical problem-solving skills, they'll also make new friends and enjoy some friendly competition.

In this multi-week series, students will explore the chessboard, discovering the unique movements of each piece and the secrets to opening moves, mid-game tactics, and epic checkmates. Mini-tournaments and team activities will keep their competitive spirits high and make every session a celebration of learning and fun. 🏆 Whether they’re new to chess or looking to sharpen their skills, children will leave this experience with confidence and a greater appreciation for this classic game. 🥳

Notes for Teacher:

Parking Instructions

Street parking can be found around in the neighborhood.

Arrival Instructions

PJ will be able to open the back gate for you. If you enter through the front of the school, they can buzz you in as long as you say you are with the YMCA Enrichment.

There MUST ALWAYS be a YMCA staff when an instructor is with a group of students. Youth will meet Kendra and Grasshopper Teacher at the tables outside of the cafeteria. Students will be dismissed at 3:45p and transition to the classrooms at 3:55p.

Departure Instructions

PJ will dismiss the students accordingly.

Class-Specific Information

Site-Specific Information

Contact:

PJ Dolores

415-606-6654

Grasshopper Student Sign-Up 🎉

Learning with friends makes it even more fun! Use this form to register each child individually.

Once you enter your registration details using this form, you'll be sent to a payment page that will list the price.

48-hr drop period after the first class is taught (unless otherwise noted). NO refunds issued after drop period.

Note: please register and pay for each child individually, including registering siblings separately.

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This Grasshopper experience is fully enrolled! Join the waitlist to be notified via text when a slot opens up.

If you're trying to enroll more than one child, please register each child individually.

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About Stephen

Music, Chess and Sports Teacher

Originally from Ireland and with a Bachelor's degree in Art and Design, Stephen discovered his passion for teaching while working as a camp counsellor as a teenager. He specializes in teaching music, chess and sports, and brings a diverse set of skills to his teaching, incorporating painting, making music, and surf tenets and culture. Stephen believes in the power of a fun, varied education and strives to inspire and support student growth through his multifaceted experiences and enthusiasm for learning.

* Fully-vetted, background checked, and interviewed

Checkmate Champs: A Fun Journey Into Chess