日本語
EnglishThe Kasparov Chess Foundation Academy (hereinafter, “KCF Academy”) provides an online training program for junior and adult chess players around the world.
The program offers online training sessions tailored to different skill levels, as well as thematic workshops, for players with a FIDE rating of 1400 or above.
Participants can also attend masterclasses led by world-class Grandmasters, allowing them to study chess in a structured and systematic way.
Please note that all programs are scheduled to be conducted in English.
One Premium Package for the training program beginning on January 9, 2027, has been offered to a member of the Japan Chess Federation (JCF) free of charge. The Japan Chess Federation will award this place to a youth player as outlined below.
A special group package with discounted rates is also available to the Japan Chess Federation members.
The training period runs from January 9 to June 23, 2027.
Complimentary Place
Overview: One free place in the KCF Academy Premium Package
Training Period: January 9 – June 23, 2027
How to Apply: Please contact japanchess.info@gmail.com by Thursday, October 15.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be a member of the Japan Chess Federation.
- Be under 18 years of age (i.e., not yet 18 as of January 1, 2026; born in 2008 or later).
- Have Japanese chess nationality.
Notification of Results: Only the selected applicant will be notified by email on Friday, October 16.
The selection will be based on results from the Japan Youth Chess Championship 2026 and the Japan Cadets Chess Championship 2026.
Special Group Package
- For a group of four participants, the Premium Package will be offered at €250 per person (regular price: €450 per person), and a fifth participant will receive a free place.
- For groups of more than five participants, additional participants from the sixth person onward can join at €250 per person
There are no age or gender restrictions for this training program. Anyone with a FIDE rating of 1400 or above is eligible to purchase and participate in the program.
For inquiries or applications regarding the special group package, please contact KCF Academy directly by email.
KCF Academy Premium Package
【Premium Package detail】
- Wednesday Workshops – Thematic lessons for all levels
- Saturday Group Training – Level-based instruction (Levels 1–4 only)
- Full access to lesson recordings – Watch anytime
- All study materials available on the KCF Academy App
- 3-month Chess.com Diamond Membership
- 50 % Discount on KCF Festival registration fee (Slovenia, June 25 – June 30, 2026)
- 25 % Discount on KCF training camp registration fee (Slovenia, July 1 – July 5, 2026)
- Signed Certificate of Completion from Garry Kasparov
- Sunday Masterclasses – Exclusive lectures by Garry Kasparov, Veselin Topalov, Fabiano Caruana, Levon Aronian, and other top GMs
Anyone who enrolls in either the Premium Package or Basic Package for the 2027 season will also receive the Preseason Special Program, valued at €100, free of charge.
【Preseason Special】
- 10 live lectures, each 90 minutes long
- Every Saturday at 18:00 CET
- Program dates: October 17 – December 19, 2027
- Live on Zoom – participate from anywhere
- All materials available on the KCF Academy App
- Focus on strategic and practical thinking in chess
A major highlight of the 2027 season’s Sunday Masterclasses will be six special masterclasses led by Veselin Topalov, former World Champion and former world No. 1. Drawing on his competitive experience, he will cover topics such as attacking play, preparation, positional evaluation, and decision-making under pressure.
Lectures by other leading Grandmasters and renowned coaches are also planned, including Garry Kasparov, the 13th World Chess Champion.
We encourage all members who wish to improve their chess skills to consider participating in this program.
For further details, please refer to the link below.