Academy Skill Assessment and Class Placement

Academy Skill Assessment and Class Placement

Find the Right Class for Your Child — Take the Skill Assessment or Choose a Level to Get Started
🏁 Welcome to Day & Knight Chess Club!

Thank you for joining our chess academy at the Corona Heritage Conference Room! To ensure every student gets the best experience, we offer a brief Chess Skill Assessment to help place your child in the correct level so they can learn, grow, and thrive in a supportive, challenging environment.

📝 Taking the Skill Assessment is recommended, but optional.
If you already feel confident about your child’s chess level, you may simply select a level below instead of completing the full assessment. Either way, you'll be guided to the next steps to register for classes.

🎁 Bonus: Every student receives a free Chess Club T-shirt with their first purchase!

All classes are held inside:
Corona Heritage Park & Museum
510 W Foothill Pkwy, Corona, CA 92882
(Conference Room — past the side gate near the water fountain)

✅ What Happens After Submission

Once you submit this form:
- You'll receive an email confirming your child’s level (either through assessment or your selection)
- You'll get links to:
  - Purchase a 5 class package
  - Schedule a free trial class (optional).
After purchasing, you’ll be directed to instructions on how to schedule your classes using your code.

📩 Be sure to check your email after submitting the form for your next steps.

(We can always adjust your child’s level later based on class performance.)

♟️ Class Levels & Package Details

Pawn (Complete Beginners)

No prior experience — learning the basics from the ground up.
- 5-Class Session: $75 ($15/class)
- 45 minute classes
- Students must attend all 5 classes in order (each session builds on the last)
- Students graduate to Knight level upon completion
- Want to get started faster? Private lessons are available to jumpstart your child’s chess journey
  Inquire at support@dayknightchess.org
Knight (Novice)

Knows how the pieces move and is ready to develop tactics, checkmates, and opening principles.
- 5-Class Package: $85 ($17/class)
  
  Class Times:
- Tuesday Strategy Class @ 5:00 PM
  &/or
- Thursday Game Class @ 6:00 PM
Bishop (Intermediate)

Can complete games with checkmate and is working on consistency, planning, and tactical recognition.
- 5-Class Package: $90 ($18/class)
  
  Class Times:
- Tuesday Strategy Class @ 6:00 PM
  &/or
- Friday Game Class at @ 4:00 PM
Rook (Advanced)

Comfortable with advanced tactics and complex positions — ideal for tournament prep.
- 5-Class Package: $95 ($19/class)
  
  Class Times:
- Thursday Strategy Class @ 5:00 PM
  &/or
- Firday Game Class @ 5:00 PM
✔ All packages include 45-minute classes.
✔ Mix and match Strategy & Game sessions.
✔ Packages expire in 8 weeks.
✔ Summer Deal: 10% off first package – use code SMR10

🧩 Class Types (Knight, Bishop, and Rook Levels)

We recommend attending both types of classes for well-rounded growth:
- Strategy Class
  Learn tactical themes, chess ideas, and concepts. Sessions include guided lessons and optional puzzles to reinforce learning.
- Game Class
  Play live games, review key positions, learn from mistakes, and apply strategy in real time.
🕒 Weekly Class Schedule

Tuesdays

4:00 PM – Pawn Cycle A
5:00 PM – Knight Strategy
6:00 PM – Bishop Game

Thursdays

4:00 PM – Pawn Cycle B (starts 3 weeks after Cycle A)
5:00 PM – Rook Strategy
6:00 PM – Knight Game

Fridays

4:00 PM – Bishop Strategy
5:00 PM – Rook Game
6:00 PM – Friday Casual Play (drop-in open play, all levels)

📝 Assessment Instructions (If Taking the Full Assessment)

Please have your child complete this form independently.

Parents may help explain definitions or clarify questions — but please do not give hints or correct answers. Honest responses help us make the best placement decision.

Skipping Questions:
If skipped, unanswered questions will be scored as 0 and may affect placement.

➡️ If You Are NOT Taking the Assessment:

Please indicate which level you believe your student fits best (Pawn, Knight, Bishop, or Rook).
You'll be redirected to register based on your chosen level.

🎯 Score Breakdown & Placement Criteria

0–7: Pawn (Complete Beginner)
8–14: Knight (Novice)
15–22: Bishop (Intermediate)
23–25: Rook (Advanced)

♟️ Other Opportunities

🎉 Friday Casual Play (6:00–7:15 PM)
Open to all skill levels. Relaxed, social games — no instruction, just a fun way to play and connect!
Sign up here!

🏆 Free Monthly Rated Tournaments
Held on select Sundays (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
Open to youth (grades 1–12) and adults.
We sponsor a 1-year free USCF membership for the first 100 youth participants. Details are sent via email.

🎟️ Trial Class Option

Trying a class before committing? After completing this form, you’ll receive a link to schedule one free class using code TRIAL.
This code is valid for one class only.
👉 Have multiple students (e.g., siblings) trying a class? Just email us at support@dayknightchess.org and we’ll help you get set up.

After your trial class:
You’ll have the option to purchase a 5-class package, or book individual classes at the à la carte rate:
– Knight: $25 | Bishop: $26 | Rook: $27
(Packages provide discounted rates compared to individual bookings.)

📬 Need Help or Have Questions?

Email us anytime at support@dayknightchess.org — we’re happy to help!

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If you already know your child's level, select it below.
If you are not taking the assessment, please select the level you believe best fits your child: (Required if skipping the assessment)

Pawn (Complete Beginner — new to chess)Knight (Novice — knows piece movements, ready for tactics and checkmates)Bishop (Intermediate — completes games, learning planning and strategy)Rook (Advanced — familiar with advanced tactics, preparing for tournaments)Actually, we will take the assessment
Start the Assessment

Students may now take this 25-question assessment to help us estimate their chess skill level. Once finished, parents can proceed to the scheduling page to select the appropriate class. Students may skip any question if they choose not to answer. However, unanswered questions will count as zero points, which may affect their placement.
1. How does the rook move?

a) Diagonally (Like an X)b) Horizontally and vertically (Up/Down/Left/Right)c) In an L-shaped) One square in any directione) I don't know
2. How does the bishop move?

a) Diagonally (Like an X)b) Horizontally and vertically (Up/Down/Left/Right)c) In an L-shaped) One square in any directione) I don't know
3. How does the knight move?

a) Diagonally (Like an X)b) Horizontally and vertically (Up/Down/Left/Right)c) In an L-shaped) One square in any directione) I don't know
4. How does the queen move?

a) Diagonally (Like an X)b) Horizontally and vertically (Up/Down/Left/Right)c) In an L-shaped) Horizontally, vertically, and diagonally (Every Direction)e) I don't know
5. What is the first move of a pawn?

a) One square forwardb) Two squares forwardc) One or two squares forwardd) Diagonallye) I don't know
6. Which piece can jump over other pieces?

a) Rookb) Bishopc) Knightd) Queene) I don't know
7. How does the king move?

a) Diagonally (Like an X)b) Horizontally and vertically (Up/Down/Left/Right)c) One square in any directiond) Two squares in any directione) I don't know
8. What is checkmate?

a) The king is in a position to be capturedb) The king has no legal moves and is under threat of capturec) The king is under threat but can move to safetyd) None of the abovee) I don't know
9. What is stalemate?

a) The king is in a position to be capturedb) The game is a drawc) The king has no legal moves but is not under threat of captured) The game is over with a winnere) I don't know
10. If your opponent's pawn reaches your back rank, what happens?

a) It is removed from the boardb) It remains a pawnc) It is promoted to another piece of the player's choiced) It is promoted to a queen onlye) I don't know
11. What is en passant?

a) A special pawn captureb) A move where the king moves two squaresc) A move where the rook moves diagonallyd) A move where the knight captures two piecese) I don't know
12. What is castling?

a) A special move involving the king and a rookb) A pawn promotionc) A special move involving the queend) A move where the king captures a piecee) I don't know
13. In the following position, what is the best move for White's Queen to checkmate in one move?

a) Qh6 (orange square)b) Qg7 (red square)c) Qg8 (blue square)d) I don't know
14. In the following position, what is the best move for Black's King?

a) Kf7 (blue square)b) Kd8 (orange square)c) Ke7 (red square)d) I don't know
15. What is a fork in chess?

a) A move that attacks two or more pieces simultaneouslyb) A move that sacrifices a piecec) A move that places the king in checkd) A move that captures a pawne) I don't know
16. What is a pin in chess?

a) A move that attacks two or more pieces simultaneouslyb) A move that prevents a piece from moving without exposing a more valuable piecec) A move that places the king in checkd) A move that captures a pawne) I don't know
17. In the following position, what is the best move for White's Knight to fork Black’s pieces?

a) Nf7+ (orange square)b) Nc6 (blue square)c) Ng6+ (red square)d) I don't know
18. In the following position, what is the best move for White to checkmate Black in two moves?

a) Qxf7+ (orange square)b) Qg6+ (blue square)c) Qh8+ (red square)d) I don't know
19. What is zugzwang?

a) A situation where any move a player makes will worsen their positionb) A special move involving the king and a rookc) A move that places the king in checkd) A move that captures a pawne) I don't know
20. How many points is each chess piece generally worth, including the king?

a) Pawn = 1, Knight = 3, Bishop = 3, Rook = 5, Queen = 9, King = Invaluableb) Pawn = 2, Knight = 4, Bishop = 3, Rook = 6, Queen = 10, King = 10c) Pawn = 1, Knight = 3, Bishop = 4, Rook = 5, Queen = 9, King = 1d) I don't know
21. In the following position, what is the best move for White to win material?

a) Qxg8+b) Qe7c) Qf6+d) Qh7+e) I don't know
22. In the following position, what is the best move for Black to prevent White's checkmate threat?

a) Ng6b) Bf4c) Ng8d) Rg8e) I don't know
23. In the following position, what is the best move for White to gain a significant advantage?

a) Re6b) Re4c) Re2d) Re3e) I don't know
24. In the following position, what is the best move for Black to set a trap?

a) g5b) Nd7c) Bg7d) Nf6e) I don't know
25. In the following position, what is the best move for Black to defend?

a) Bf6b) Kf8c) xf4d) Qd1+e) I don't know
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Academy Skill Assessment and Class Placement

🏁 Welcome to Day & Knight Chess Club!

✅ What Happens After Submission

♟️ Class Levels & Package Details

🧩 Class Types (Knight, Bishop, and Rook Levels)

🕒 Weekly Class Schedule

📝 Assessment Instructions (If Taking the Full Assessment)

➡️ If You Are NOT Taking the Assessment:

🎯 Score Breakdown & Placement Criteria

♟️ Other Opportunities

🎟️ Trial Class Option

📬 Need Help or Have Questions?

Skip the Assessment?

Start the Assessment