Chess.sg FAQ: Classes, Coaching, Camps & Tournaments in Singapore

Quick, factual answers about Chess.sg's group chess classes, private chess coaching, holiday chess camps, and FIDE-rated chess tournaments in Singapore. Can't find your answer? WhatsApp us at +65 8080 2391 (message only) or email contact@chess.sg.

How much does private chess coaching cost in Singapore?

At Chess.sg, online 1:1 lessons (1 hour, via Google Meet) cost $65 per lesson, or $55 per lesson on a 10-lesson package. A first-time trial lesson is $45. In-person lessons at your home (1.5 hours) cost $110 per lesson, or $90 per lesson on a 10-lesson package, with an $80 trial. Trial rates apply to first-time Chess.sg students only.

How much do group chess classes cost?

Group classes are $540 for a 12-lesson package ($45 per lesson). Each class is 1 hour, held weekly at the Chess.sg Clubhouse in Bukit Timah Shopping Centre, #18-01. New students get a free trial class.

What ages do you teach?

Group classes are for ages 4-16. Private 1:1 coaching is for ages 6 to adult (6-year-olds have 1-hour lessons instead of 1.5 hours). Holiday camps are roughly for ages 6-14, depending on the camp.

What qualifications do Chess.sg coaches have?

Our team of 70 Singapore-based coaches includes Grandmasters, MOE school coaches, FIDE Instructors, and National Arbiters. Students are matched to a coach by location, schedule, and level, and the coach will be rated at least 400 points above the student.

Should we choose online or in-person lessons?

Both are equally effective in our experience. We recommend online for most students: coaches can draw arrows, load positions and puzzles instantly, rescheduling is easier, and it costs less. Choose in-person if the student is very young (6-7 years old) or focuses better with a coach at the table.

Where is Chess.sg located?

The Chess.sg Clubhouse is at Bukit Timah Shopping Centre, Tower Block, #18-01, 170 Upper Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 588179, a 2-3 minute sheltered walk from Beauty World MRT (Downtown Line). Clubhouse visits are by appointment. In-home private coaching is available island-wide.

Which areas do you serve for home lessons?

All of Singapore. With 70 coaches island-wide, we achieve a 90%+ match rate for any location and schedule, from Tampines and Bedok in the east to Jurong and Choa Chu Kang in the west.

What is your cancellation policy?

Private lessons: cancellation is free up to 5 hours before the lesson; under 5 hours, 50% of lesson fees are payable; under 1 hour or no-show, 100% are payable. Group classes: notify us at least 24 hours ahead via WhatsApp to arrange a makeup class or a 1-week package extension (maximum 2 extensions).

Do you run chess tournaments?

Yes. We hold weekly FIDE-rated tournaments at our clubhouse: the Age Group Championship (ages 6-12, 1:00pm-5:45pm) and the Rapid Championship (all ages, 1:00pm-7:30pm). A FIDE ID is required; see chess.sg/fide-id for how to get one. We have run over 50 tournaments and never cancelled one.

Do you run school holiday chess camps?

Yes. We run 5-day camps every June and year-end school holidays at our Bukit Timah clubhouse, at $540 per student including a free chess set. Camps run in small groups (under 8 students) across levels from learning the rules to advanced tactics, and every camp ends with a mini-tournament.

Can chess help with DSA (Direct School Admission)?

Chess achievements such as a FIDE rating and national or age-group tournament results can strengthen a DSA portfolio at schools that recognise chess. Chess.sg coaching plus our weekly FIDE-rated tournaments help students build a verifiable competitive record over time.

Do you have Grandmaster or International Master coaches?

Yes, available online only, as most titled players are not Singapore-based. We recommend GM/IM coaching for students rated 2000+ on chess.com; below that level, our experienced local coaches deliver the same progress at a lower rate.

Can siblings share a private lesson?

Yes. Adding a second student to a private lesson costs an extra $20 per 1.5-hour lesson or $15 per 1-hour lesson.

What should we bring to lessons?

Nothing. Chess sets and our in-house syllabus are provided for all classes, camps, and lessons. Campers also receive a free chess set to keep.

Do you coach in schools?

Yes. We run chess CCAs and enrichment programmes in MOE schools, international schools, preschools, and student care centres across Singapore. See chess.sg/schools-coaching.

How do I get started with Chess.sg?

WhatsApp +65 8080 2391 (message only) or email contact@chess.sg. Group classes start with a free trial; private coaching starts with a discounted trial lesson ($45 online or $80 in-person).