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Our Vision
The vision of Know Chess! is to bring chess to as many children
as possible. Emphasis is placed on the importance of sportsmanship, and
enjoyment of the game.
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"Our
children were so excited after their first day. We were amazed at what they
had been able to retain after just one day. You clearly run a good program
and I'm glad that we've made this investment!"
Regards,
-- Jeff |
Our History
Know Chess! is owned by Angela
Hughes. It was founded in 1998 by Riley Hughes. Riley was asked by his friend
to take over teaching a chess class in the Palo Alto Community.
Since then, that one class was parlayed into many. In keeping with
the vision and goal of the Know Chess! Company: "To bring chess to as
many children as possible," Know Chess! has brought and taught chess to over
7000 children in the San Francisco Bay Area with an average staff of 35 people for each Know
Chess! school season!
 Riley
began playing chess at the age of 11, in 1972, during the middle of
the “Bobby Fischer Boom.” He was primarily self-taught, although he
occasionally took lessons from fellow chess enthusiasts, such as
International Masters Guillermo Rey, Paul Whitehead, and Senior
Master Mike Arné.
Riley
was an “Expert” chess player, and was affiliated with both the
United States Chess Federation (USCF) and Cal Chess. He represented
both of these organizations as their “Tournament Clearing House.”
In this position he was the contact person for scheduling
and coordinating all of the chess tournaments in Northern
California.
In
accordance with the successful businessman that he was, Riley
maintained mutual respect, cooperation, and camaraderie with the
chess community. This included many other chess businesses. In
Riley’s eyes there was really no need to compete, because the pie is
big enough for all. Riley believed that all children can benefit
from learning how to play chess. And his main vision is just what
we at Know Chess! are all about:
"Bringing chess to as many children as possible!" Community Involvement
We feel very strongly about being
a positive part of our San Francisco Bay Area Community. We
enjoy enriching the lives of our students, as well as offering
employment to our local communities.
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"My son has enjoyed your program so much, and I've been very impressed
by all your staff and how well organized your operation is. Congratulations
for a great program."
-- Allison
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Program Benefits
Learning chess at an early age enables a child to develop
many skills that can be utilized during their adult life. These important skills
include critical thinking, strategic planning, and creative problem solving.
School Programs
Students learn chess in our
fun, accessible after-school program, with qualified
instructors and other students. Class meetings include group instruction,
tournament games, and fun games.
Summer Camps
Students have fun at a special
summer chess camp, while continuing to build the chess
skills learned during the school year.
Tax ID
We at Know Chess! enjoy and appreciate the
opportunity to provide chess instruction to our students. Please be aware that
we are not a state licensed day care provider.
We encourage you to consult with your
attorney and/or tax advisor for any intended tax-related uses of costs
pertaining to Know Chess!. Contact the Know Chess! office with
questions.
My son Rohit is attending Know Chess at
Mattos school. He enjoys his classes and looks forward eagerly to it every
Friday. Friday is his favorite day these days!
Thanks for your generosity in giving
scholarships to participate in the chess class & the chess tournaments.
Secondly, I would like to thank you for the wonderful words you told the
kids in-between the tournaments: "The losers have to learn from the
winners and make friends and have fun." The trophies being given to all
kids at the end is a big encouragement which proves "Everyone wins."
Thanks & Regards,
-- Sudha
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