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Afternoon
Group

What you'll see at the weekly get-togethers
learn about and experience?

Timetable

1x per week, 90 min per meeting

A step forward in chess knowledge

Building on the basics - simple plans on how to start and finish a game better.

A better start to the game

Learn the basic openings and ideas to avoid a “quick defeat” and get to an enjoyable game.

Little secrets of the playoffs

Simple tips on how to win a game when there are fewer pieces left on the chessboard.

Tactics for everyone

Exercises to identify easy opportunities - the “double whammy”, the “pull away” and the traps you can use.

Chess as an exercise for the brain

Relaxed thinking, memory and logic - a nice exercise for the mind, without the pressure of results.

Socialising at the chessboard

Every week a chance to laugh, socialise and have a good time with a game that brings us together.

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Available dates

Who is Chess for Everyone
Meant for?

The afternoon session is for adults who want to relax their minds, sharpen their concentration and learn new chess strategies in a pleasant atmosphere. The programme is divided into two levels - beginner and advanced, so it is suitable for both new players and those with more experience.

Carefully designed
Programmes

The programmes are led by Grandmaster Matej Šebenik, a multiple national champion and long-time member of the Slovenian chess team. He has competed for Slovenia at eight Olympiads and seven European Championships and won a gold medal at the Team Championships in Novi Sad. He graduated in journalism from the Faculty of Social Sciences in Ljubljana. He has been coaching since 2012 and led the national youth team from 2014 to 2025. In his work, he promotes the progress of each individual and the joy of the game.

Sharing moments of every move

Capture glimpses of the chess story - with us, beside us, between us.

Chess
according to the members

Ana,
Participants

»I like to be in a company where there's no rush, where someone listens to you and where you take time to think. Chess is my new ritual.«

Jože,
Programme participant

»I've always been interested in chess, but never had the time. Now I play, think and smile in good company.«

Mary,
Retired

»For me, it's a nice part of the week. It's a lot of work, but it's stress-free - and I've met some lovely people.«

Peter,
68 years old

»After many years, I picked up a chess piece again. I am surprised how much it means to me. It doesn't matter who wins.«

Enrica,
67 years old

"I hit the jackpot by enrolling in chess school. I have maintained and strengthened my clarity of mind, and I have made new genuine friendships in good company. The coach's approach, always encouraging and supportive, makes me feel relaxed and unburdened by the results. The chess school is a source of well-being, relaxation and just the right amount of adrenaline."

Xenia Cevka,
66 years

"Deciding to start chess school is like hitting the jackpot in the lottery. Brain training, fun and socialising all rolled into one and I'm really enjoying it."