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Grandmaster Mark Paragua at a chessboard focused on the game

Grandmaster Chess Institute

Elite Chess Instruction and After-School Programs by GM Mark Paragua. Professional tournament-standard equipment provided for every session.

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OUR PROGRAMS

After-School Chess Program

$425 per semester for 17 weekly sessions.

A Grandmaster-led curriculum focusing on strategic planning, tactical patterns, and character building. We provide all professional sets and digital clocks.

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Private Coaching

$130 per Hour

High-level 1-on-1 training for competitive improvement and deep game analysis.

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REQUIRED GEAR

To ensure the highest quality of training and adherence to professional tournament standards, students and school programs are required to provide their own equipment. Mastery of high-level strategy and character development is our priority; therefore, tournament kits are not included in the session fees.

  • Tournament-standard weighted chess set (Triple-weighted preferred).
  • USCF regulation vinyl or wood board with 2.25" squares.
  • Digital chess clock with supported delay and increment functionality.
  • Personal notation scorebook and dedicated chess pencils.

The Grandmaster Methodology

Elite Instruction: Led by GM Mark Paragua, the first Filipino to reach a 2600 FIDE rating.

Character Development: We move beyond tactics to cultivate mental endurance, foresight, and discipline.

Equipment Provided: Professional tournament-standard chess sets and digital clocks are provided for every session.

LET'S BEGIN
YOUR STRATEGY
TODAY.

Whether you’re initiating a school residency or seeking elite 1-on-1 coaching, we’re here to build your competitive strategy and character.

Professional tournament-standard chess sets and digital clocks are provided for every session.

Contact Us

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How can we help you?

1

Elite Coaching

Master the board with 1-on-1 mentorship led by GM Mark Paragua. Focus on high-level strategy and analytical depth.

2

School Residency

Integrating professional chess into NYC curricula. We build logic and character resilience through methodical classroom instruction.

3

Competition Ready

Students prepare for tournament standards. Equipment note: Players/schools must provide their own sets and clocks.

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