Smart Moves: Where Chess Meets Learning
International conference on how chess empowers schools, teachers, and students
Smart Moves:
Where Chess Meets Learning
International conference on how chess empowers schools, teachers, and students
About the Conference
The SMART MOVES SUMMIT is a global education conference that unlocks the power of chess to sharpen minds, spark creativity, and transform how children learn — both in and beyond the classroom
2-Day
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Attendees
300 IN-PERSON
1000+ ONLINE
For teachers and school leaders
Research and real-world cases
Global chess-in-education movement
Mission
• Global dialogue between schools, federations, researchers and EdTech innovators
•
International network around cognitive development through chess
• Promote the role of chess in education
2-Day
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Attendees
300 IN-PERSON
1000+ ONLINE
Mission
• Global dialogue between schools, federations, researchers and EdTech innovators
•
International network around cognitive development through chess
• Promote the role of chess in education
For teachers and school leaders
Research and real-world cases
Global chess-in-education movement
2-Day
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Attendees
300 IN-PERSON
1000+ ONLINE
Mission
• Global dialogue between schools, federations, researchers and EdTech innovators
•
International network around cognitive development through chess
• Promote the role of chess in education
For teachers and school leaders
Research and real-world cases
Global chess-in-education movement
Why Attend?
For Teachers & Educators
For School Leaders & Administrators
For Researchers & Academics
Bring the power of chess into any classroom with game-changing tools — no experience needed, just real impact.
Turn chess into a school-wide superpower: boosting learning, unlocking funding, and winning parent buy-in.
Discover the data, meet the thinkers, and bring chess research to life in every classroom.
For Policymakers
& Public Sector Leaders
For EdTech Innovators & Startups
Connect chess to national goals, champion 21st-century skills, and engage with the minds shaping education’s future.
Drive the next big shift in digital learning with chess as the engine, and innovation as the game.
For Teachers & Educators
Bring the power of chess into any classroom with game-changing tools — no experience needed, just real impact.
For School Leaders & Administrators
Turn chess into a school-wide superpower: boosting learning, unlocking funding, and winning parent buy-in.
For Researchers & Academics
Discover the data, meet the thinkers, and bring chess research to life in every classroom.
For Policymakers & Public Sector Leaders
Connect chess to national goals, champion 21st-century skills, and engage with the minds shaping education’s future.
For EdTech Innovators & Startups
Drive the next big shift in digital learning with chess as the engine, and innovation as the game.
Featured Speakers
Meet the global thought leaders shaping the future of education through chess. From EdTech pioneers to policy experts, each speaker brings unique insights, stories, and strategies to the board.
Key Themes
Chess in Early and Primary Education
The Power of Chess to Change Lives
Tech on the Board: Platforms and Tools Shaping the Future of Chess Learning (AI, EdTech)
Strategic Partnerships: Sponsorship and Marketing at the Crossroads of Chess and Education
Chess and Strategy Games
From Classroom to Cashflow: The Business of School Chess Programs
Mastering the Long Game: Strategic Leadership in Global Chess Education
Going Viral: How Social Media and Creators Are Redefining Chess Promotion (Cybersport, Minecraft, Roblox)
More Than Equal: Levelling the Board for All Through Chess
Beyond the Final Move: Outcomes, Insights, and the Future of Chess Education
Making the Case for Chess: Methodology, Policy, and Public Sector Partnerships
Inclusive Chess Environments
Chess + Math: Cognitive Games for Early Numeracy
Masterclass by Kenneth Regan
How to Train the Trainer
Day 1
August, 4 2025
Chess in Early and Primary Education
Tech on the Board: Platforms and Tools Shaping the Future of Chess Learning (AI, EdTech)
Chess and Strategy Games
Mastering the Long Game: Strategic Leadership in Global Chess Education
More Than Equal: Levelling the Board for All Through Chess
Making the Case for Chess: Methodology, Policy, and Public Sector Partnerships
Chess + Math: Cognitive Games for Early Numeracy
Day 2
August, 5 2025
The Power of Chess to Change Lives
Strategic Partnerships: Sponsorship and Marketing at the Crossroads of Chess and Education
From Classroom to Cashflow: The Business of School Chess Programs
Going Viral: How Social Media and Creators Are Redefining Chess Promotion (Cybersport, Minecraft, Roblox)
Beyond the Final Move: Outcomes, Insights, and the Future of Chess Education
Inclusive Chess Environments
Masterclass by Kenneth Regan
How to Train the Trainer
Tickets & Registration
Standard
1 day
Standard
2 days
Online Access
Student
120$
190$
1 Day 60$
2 Days 100$
50%
Full on-site access for one day, including catering
Full on-site access for both days, including catering
Live access to all sessions + session recordings
Discounted access for full-time students (limited availability)
Special limited-time offer: Get 30% off with the Early-Bird discount.
Availability is extremely limited, and the discount is only available until July 15th.
Register now!
Standard
1 Day
Standard
2 Days
$120
$190
Full on-site access for one day, including catering
Full on-site access for both days, including catering
Online Access
Student
1 Day - $60
2 Days - $100
50%
Live access to all sessions + session recordings
Discounted access for full-time students (limited availability)
Special limited-time offer: Get 30% off with the Early-Bird discount.
Availability is extremely limited, and the discount is only available until July 15th. Register now!
Venue & Travel Info
Episcopal High School
1200 N Quaker Ln, Alexandria, VA 22302
Just minutes from Washington, D.C.
Travel & Access
By Metro: 10 minutes from Braddock Road Station (Blue/Yellow lines)
By Car: Easily accessible via I-395 and Route 7
Parking: Free on-site parking for attendees
From D.C. airports: 15 minutes from Reagan National (DCA), 45 from Dulles (IAD)
For Online Attendees
All registered online participants will receive:
•
A personal access link (via email, 3 days before the event)
•Access to all sessions, keynotes, and select masterclasses
•On-demand access to recordings after the event
For International Attendees
If you're traveling to the U.S. from abroad:
•Visa Requirement: Most participants will need a B-1 (Business Visitor) visa to attend the Summit.
•Invitation Letter: After registration, you may request an official invitation letter to support your visa application.
•Processing Time: U.S. visa processing can take 2–6 weeks — we recommend applying early.
•Nearby Embassy/Consulate: Find your U.S. embassy at https://usembassy.gov
Recommended Hotel
The Westin Alexandria Old Town
400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, VA 22314
Special rates available for Summit attendees (limited rooms)
Episcopal High School 1200 N Quaker Ln, Alexandria, VA 22302
Just minutes from Washington, D.C.
Travel & Access
By Metro: 10 minutes from Braddock Road Station (Blue/Yellow lines)
By Car: Easily accessible via I-395 and Route 7
Parking: Free on-site parking for attendees
From D.C. airports: 15 minutes from Reagan National (DCA), 45 from Dulles (IAD)
Recommended Hotel
The Westin Alexandria Old Town
400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, VA 22314
Special rates available for Summit attendees (limited rooms)
For Online Attendees
All registered online participants will receive:
•
A personal access link (via email, 3 days before the event)
•Access to all sessions, keynotes, and select masterclasses
•On-demand access to recordings after the event
For International Attendees
If you're traveling to the U.S. from abroad:
•Visa Requirement: Most participants will need a B-1 (Business Visitor) visa to attend the Summit.
•Invitation Letter: After registration, you may request an official invitation letter to support your visa application.
•Processing Time: U.S. visa processing can take 2–6 weeks — we recommend applying early.
•Nearby Embassy/Consulate: Find your U.S. embassy at https://usembassy.gov
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