Bringing World-Class Chess Education to the Rio Grande Valley

RGV Chess & Learning Center has partnered with Chess Max Academy to provide students with a structured, proven chess curriculum designed to develop stronger players and stronger thinkers. Together, we are helping schools create programs that inspire confidence, encourage academic growth, and give every student the opportunity to succeed.

Over 50 National champions

2 Inter-continental Champions

1 JR WORLD CHAMPION

A PARTNERSHIP BUILT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

Through our partnership with Chess Max Academy, sponsored schools receive far more than just a chess club—they gain access to one of the nation's most respected scholastic chess curricula. This comprehensive 40-lesson program is designed to take students from learning the fundamentals of chess to becoming confident, competitive tournament players.

More than simply teaching strategy, the curriculum develops essential life skills along the way. Students build confidence, strengthen critical thinking, improve concentration, and learn disciplined decision-making—skills that extend well beyond the chessboard and into the classroom and everyday life.

By bringing this nationally recognized curriculum to the Rio Grande Valley, we are giving local students the same high-quality instruction that has helped develop champions while preparing them for success in school and beyond.

GM Maxim Dlugy

Founder Chess Max Academy

structured curriculum

Students’ progress step-by step.

why this partnership matters

Planned lessons

Easy for teachers to implement.

tournament prep

Preparation for all level of competitions.

Life skills Developed

Confidence, focus, resilience and critical thinking.

Together, We Can Change the Game

Every partnership expands access. Every donation creates opportunity. Every child deserves the chance to learn from the very best.