CHESS
Select the session that fits your schedule
Membership is linked to your chosen class and includes full access to the club outside of class times.
Select Your Chess Academy Class
Chess Academy Membership & Available Sessions
♟️ Chess Academy Membership
Pick a class below — each Chess Academy membership is tied to one specific class.
Monthly Fee: £20.00 | Status: Open
| Day | Time Slot | Class | Coach | Capacity | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Chess Academy Beginners Class | Saqib Jahangir | 10/32 | |
| Thursday | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Chess Academy Advanced Class | George Smith | 12/32 |
Chess Academy Beginners Class
Chess Academy Advanced Class
Each Chess Academy membership is tied to one specific class. Pick the class that suits you when you sign up.
The ultimate sport of the mind — reimagined.
We’ve designed our chess academy so it’s not split by age, because chess is about ability. Whether you’re a total beginner or a tournament-level player, you’ll find your place here.
Upcoming Chess Tournaments
No upcoming chess tournaments at the moment. Please check back soon.
Whilst we will always try to meet each customer's specific needs, at times we cannot guarantee that the booked seat will be the seat that you will be placed in.
Tournaments played on different days are for different time lengths please select the correct days for your preferred chess tournament format.
| Mon 08 Jun 2026 | Chess Tables |
| 08:00 - 09:00 | |
| 09:00 - 10:00 | |
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| 11:00 - 12:00 | |
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| 18:00 - 19:00 | KING IN THE NORTH CHESS ACADEMY SESSION Chess Academy Beginners Class (Tutor: Saqib Jahangir) 18:00 to 19:00 |
| 19:00 - 20:00 | OPEN TABLE |
| 20:00 - 21:00 | OPEN TABLE |
| 21:00 - 22:00 | OPEN TABLE |
When & Where We Play
📅 Mondays
⏰ 6:00pm – 7:00pm — Chess Academy Beginners Class (Coach: Saqib Jahangir)
📅 Thursdays
⏰ 6:30pm – 8:30pm — Chess Academy Advanced Class (Coach: George Smith)
📍 King in the North, Wakefield
Your coach will be there — ready to play, teach, and help you master the game.
Membership — More Than Just aN ACADEMY
When you join King in the North, you don’t just get access to the chess academy — you get full use of our facilities:
- Attend your weekly chess academy session
- Use the chess academy at any other time with club friends
- Play against fellow members
- Take part in tournaments, friendly matches, and challenge events
- Enjoy a safe, welcoming, and inspiring space
Why Join?
Because here, you get more than a seat at the board:
- Flexible sessions that work around your schedule
- A safe environment — all staff DBS checked
- Unlimited opportunity to grow your skills and compete
💡 Chess is more than a game. It’s focus, patience, and strategy — all in one. And at King in the North, you’ll never have to play alone.
Your Move. Your Time. Your Chess.
Don’t just play chess — master it. Whether it’s training, fun, or competition, your membership gives you everything you need to become a stronger, smarter, and more confident player.