Teaching youngsters right moves

 
Amity Chess Club teaches youngsters right moves
By Mary E. Young
Reading Eagle

Young or old, beginner or experienced player, everyone is welcome to join the Amity Chess Club.

"We're trying to stimulate more interest," said Richard Jokiel, club leader. "My goal is to provide a place for people from the community and kids to play the game and improve their ability to play."

Anyone can learn the rules of the game in a day, said Jokiel, 64.

After that, it becomes a lifelong learning experience even for seasoned players, he said.

"It's the oldest game in the world," Jokiel said. "There is always something new to learn."

That's because playing involves planning, strategy, tactics and anticipating the consequences of one's actions, he said.

And the game develops social skills and provides camaraderie for people who share a passion for the game, Jokiel said.

"This is why it's so good for kids," he said. "It's a template for life."

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