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Morning
Group

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

Timetable

1x per week, 90 min per meeting

Chess as movement for the brain

The brain, like the body, stays fit when it's in motion - chess is the perfect exercise for mental fitness.

Tailor-made training

The programme is tailored to different levels of proficiency - from the basics of the rules to typical motifs, notation and etiquette.

A look into chess history

Learn about the development of chess from 6th century India to the modern game and the key chess players of different eras.

Digital chess

We learn to play, practice and watch chess online, solve puzzles and watch tournaments.

Chess and life

Psychology, stories and experiences - chess as a reflection of life moves.

Chess family

Connecting, friendships and shared values among chess lovers.

Book your free first appointment

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Available dates

Who is the Morning Group
intended?

The group is for adults who want to keep their mind sharp, refresh their mind and connect with others in a relaxed chess environment. Seniors and anyone with more time and a desire to learn, socialise and strengthen the mind are especially welcome.

It is suitable for beginners and those who already know chess - all that matters is curiosity and a joy for the game.

Carefully designed
Programmes

Doc. dr. Jana Krivec, univ. dipl. psych., PhD in psychology. Lecturer in Psychology at the Faculty of Faculty of Applied Social Studies at the University of Nova Gorica. Chess Grandmaster, Member of the Slovenian women's national team for 22 years, 7 times national chess champion, 7 times national chess champion. Member of the European Chess Championship (5th board). Lecturer at the World and European Chess Federations (FIDE and ECU).

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."