Saturdaychess clubfor whiz kids.
Building confidence, concentration and strategic thinking through chess. Ages 4–18, beginners to advanced, coached by FIDE Master Malaku Lorne at JACLD, Cross Roads.
More than a game. A head start.
Every Saturday builds three things your child keeps for life.
Children learn to think ahead, weigh choices and make a plan, at the board and in the classroom.
Saturdays bring kids from different schools and ages together over the same board.
Every solved puzzle and every win, and every loss learned from, builds belief.
Fee & membership
Come for one Saturday, or save with a monthly membership. One session or both: your choice.
Fees in Jamaican dollars. We confirm your spot and payment details by phone or WhatsApp.
Malaku Lorne
Coach Mala has played chess for Jamaica on the world stage, earned the FIDE Master title in 2016 and now passes on what he has learned to the next generation, one Saturday at a time.
- Has represented Jamaica at the Chess Olympiad 5 times
- FIDE Master, and 2016 Chess Sportsman of the Year
- Experienced chess coach
- Passionate about helping young minds grow through chess
Two hours, four steps, one big smile.
- 1
Warm-up puzzle
Every child starts with a puzzle at their level while friends arrive.
- 2
Lesson with the coach
A short, lively lesson: a new tactic, plan or endgame trick.
- 3
Play & practise
Real games with friends, with the coach watching and helping.
- 4
One idea to take home
We review a game together, so every child leaves a little stronger.
Morning session 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Afternoon session 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
White to move.
Mate in one?
Every Saturday starts with a puzzle. Try this one at home, then ask your child to explain it to you.
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1. Re8# — a back-rank mate. Black's own pawns on f7, g7 and h7 trap the king, and nothing can block or capture the rook.
Little moves, big futures.
Giant boards, tiny pawns and a lot of thinking faces.
Find us on Saturday
Right at Cross Roads, easy to reach from anywhere in Kingston and St. Andrew.
News & tips
Saturday updates, coach's corner and chess tips for parents.
Your child's first move starts here.
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