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Tactics, positioning, and strategy to be taught at chess summer school
A York teenager is inviting young players to learn to "beat their dads" at a chess summer school.
Aaron Rich, 18, one of York's top players, will lead sessions at BrewYork off Walmgate on both August 19 and 26, open to participants aged eight to 15.
The sessions, which Aaron will lead alongside his father Ben, will focus on tactics, positioning, and strategy.
Currently competing in the British Championships in Liverpool, Aaron has a strong chess background, having represented England at under-16 and under-18 levels and led the Yorkshire junior team in the Chessmates International tournament.
He also runs the term-time York Junior Club at Guppy's Enterprise Club.
The summer school days will also include a rapidplay competition with prizes in the afternoons.
The days run from 10am to 4.30pm and cost £25 per pupil (free for those in particular need).
Registrations should be made by August 15 at the latest at or by emailing ben@
