The game of chess brings people together from different cultures, ages, and backgrounds over a common bond and passion for the game. Chess has many added benefits, as do many sports activities, including replacing screen-time, problem-solving and strategizing from a sequence of moves that is both fun and challenging. It can further enhance focus and grit needed to complete a task while still having fun.

- Focus
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Coordination
- Determination
- Mental Fortitude
- Overcoming Adversity
- Logic and Reasoning
- Reading and Writing Improvement
- Improved Math Skills


