
The first move
Beginners
Children learning the board and the rules, and anyone starting from scratch.
- Piece movement & board coordinates
- Check, checkmate & king safety
- Opening principles
- Mini games & guided practice
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The Signa curriculum
Compare four levels: Beginner, Post-Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. See what each level teaches, then discuss a starting point in the free assessment. Experience and understanding guide placement.

The first move
Children learning the board and the rules, and anyone starting from scratch.

See the possibilities
Players who know the rules and are ready for forks, pins and simple checkmates.

Connect the pieces
Club and scholastic players building opening repertoire and middlegame plans.

Beyond the obvious
Strong competitive players working on calculation, endgames and tournament results.
Rating bands are approximate guides. Age, experience, and learning needs are discussed during the assessment. Students progress at different speeds; no rating or tournament result is guaranteed.
Understanding comes first
Every pathway connects clear explanations with puzzles, practical play, and coach feedback. The goal is to build understanding you can use in your own games.
students per group
Ask a question, explain your move, and hear a classmate’s idea. A small group keeps each student part of the conversation.
minutes per lesson
Move from a clear explanation to puzzles and practical play, with a coach to help you connect the ideas.
structured learning levels
Start with an assessment. Follow a curriculum matched to your experience, with room to develop at your own pace.
Choose a starting point
Share the student’s experience and goals. This short guide suggests a level to discuss in the free assessment.
A new chapter at the board
Find the right starting point with a free chess assessment, a clear learning roadmap, and a conversation with your coach.
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