Dean of Chess Academy

Tonight, and every Friday night, you can play USCF rated chess at the new Dean of Chess Academy in Branchburg. Here is editor Steve Ferrero's article on it from the latest issue of Atlantic Chess News.

Chess Center Opens in Branchburg, NJ !!

On November 10th, Dean Ippolito, LLC opened the doors to a new chess center located at 1161 US Highway 202 North, Branchburg, NJ 08876. The company headed by International Master and NJ Chess Teacher of the Year, Dean Ippolito, has taught in after-school programs throughout New Jersey and has decided to add a much needed central location. Dean of Chess Academy will offer many unique events along with traditional instruction and opportunities for the public to play.

Classes are offered throughout the week at a variety of times to accommodate schedules. All ability levels are represented in scholastic classes but adults, seniors and parent/tot classes are also forming.

In addition to classes, the center will host weekly league play. With a $25 annual membership, participants may play every Friday night in US Chess Federation rated games. The games are played at a time control of G/60 and begin at 7:30pm. Please arrive by 7pm to ensure that you will be paired to play. For those who are just looking for casual play, the center also offers open play which is free-of-charge.

Dean of Chess Academy will host tournaments and opportunities to learn from some of the nation’s top players including Grandmaster Gregory Kaidanov. Chess-themed birthday parties can also be booked for those looking for a unique experience.

Register for newsletter and e-mail update mailings by visiting www.deanofchess.com.

What some chess players have said so far about this new chess playing venue...

Kudos to Dean of Chess Academy

We were thrilled to attend the opening of the Dean of Chess Academy in Branchburg, New Jersey. Dean and Dawn provide an exciting, fun-filled, challenging environment for chess players AND chess-playing families — a far cry from the smoke-filled, filthy places that I used to attend with my son (although they were wonderful as well).

Dean’s quiet dignity and excellence with the game pervade the place and give it extraordinary karma. Charles had such a good time; I had to drag him out of there. Hopefully, this is just the beginning of many such oases in New Jersey.

Chessically yours,

Roz Katz and Charles Pole