Chess for Beginners
Project Colt, Elland, Halifax, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, Halifax HX5 0SQ
Life skills and interests
If you’ve never played chess but you’re fascinated in how to play, then come along to this beginner’s course. Chess is a lot of fun and has a host of benefits like improving memory and focus, it can also be used as a wellbeing tool. Led by our friendly Peer Workers Gary and Ash this 5-week course will introduce you to the world of chess, you will learn the basics so you can play it well and have fun on the way.
Please note, this venue is in a converted mill, the building is in the process of being improved so that it is more accessible. In the meantime, if you struggle to climb stairs please get in touch as soon as you can and we will endeavour to put adjustments in place. We apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause, and we thank you for your patience. If you would like any further information, please get in touch.
If you are already enrolled with the College, to book your place please email ckrecovery.wellbeing@swyt.nhs.uk
(if you’ve not already activated your portal, please contact us to activate your account)
If you are new to the Recovery & Wellbeing College, please enrol here.
Cost
Free
At Project Colt, Elland, Halifax
Start dates and time
| Term | Day | Date | Times | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Thursday | 15 January 2026 | 10.00am - 1.00pm | 5 weeks |
Location
How do I enrol?
You are not referred to the Recovery College, you can simply enrol yourself, or on behalf of someone for any of our courses that may be of interest to you. Our courses are open to all adults and we welcome carers, supporters and professionals too.
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