We believe that chess has many wonderful benefits for young and old minds alike, and therefore all ages are welcome to participate in the FV Chess Club lessons and tournaments. Part of our work is also to reach out to nearby schools and hospitals, providing free materials and chess lessons that will encourage our youth to put down their gaming controllers and embrace a game that is known for developing and improving cognitive brain functions.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or donating your time, please visit the sponsor page or contact us at fvchessclub22@gmail.com. We are hoping many community members will join us in bringing our mission to life.
Craig Clawitter is a National Chess Master (USCF rating 2200+ ) who has played competitively for over 20 years. He is a renowned chess trainer who has provided chess instruction throughout Southern California since 2002. Craig is our chess coach for the Beginner class.
Sam Gabriel is 22-year-old UCLA graduate and USCF National Master with a peak rating of 2371. Sam currently is working with Chess.com and is well known as a chess trainer who in charge of our Intermediate and Advance class. His outstanding achievements include:
– Two-time Super States National Champion
– Winner of the National Susan Polgar Open
– Winner of the National Junior Chess Congress
– Represented the US team in the World Youth Championship.
Ethan Huynh is currently USCF rated 1776 and was top 100 in the U.S for age 8 boys in 2016. He started chess when he was 6 and has been playing competitively for about 10 years. Ethan is in charge of coaching the Beginner and Intermediate levels in FVCC classes.
