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A Sunday chess class for Hampton kids — straight down Highett Rd

Momentum Chess runs weekly Sunday chess classes for kids aged 5-12 at 2 Livingston St, Highett — about 7 minutes' drive from Hampton, straight down Highett Rd. Four level-based groups, small classes, and your child's first week is free, then just $25 a lesson. No membership, no lock-in — just a solid hour of chess every Sunday.

Rated 5 stars on Google (20+ reviews) · Over 70 local kids so far · WWCC coach

An easy Sunday routine for Hampton families

If your weekends run on beach time, sport and birthday parties, this is a class that slots in without a fight. From Hampton it's a straight shot along Highett Rd — about 7 minutes' drive — to 2 Livingston St, just off Highett Rd and a short walk from Highett station. There's street parking on and around Livingston St, so drop-off takes under a minute. Families from neighbouring Hampton East already attend, alongside kids from Highett, Brighton, Cheltenham, Moorabbin and surrounds, and the program holds a 5.0-star rating on Google from 20+ reviews. If your child is at Hampton Primary or St Mary's, a Sunday class also means chess never has to compete with after-school activities.

Classes are drop-off: you don't need to stay, which helps the kids settle and focus — and gives you an hour back on a Sunday afternoon. Bring nothing; boards, pieces and puzzles are all provided. Each group is kept small (around ten kids) so every child gets real attention from the coach, Gabriel Rips — ranked in the top 0.2% of players on Chess.com, with five-plus years of tutoring experience and a Working With Children Check. Over 70 kids have come through the program so far, from complete beginners still learning how the pieces move to sharp intermediates who will happily beat their parents.

Sunday class times at 2 Livingston St

Every child joins the group for their level — new players learn the moves from scratch, stronger players sharpen real tactics. Next intake starts Sunday 26 July 2026, and kids can join any week.

New to Chess

12:00 – 1:00pm

Still learning the rules. Ages ~5-8.

Beginner (Prep – Grade 2)

1:15 – 2:15pm

Knows the rules, ready to improve.

Beginner (Grade 3+)

2:30 – 3:30pm

Older beginners building real skills.

Intermediate

3:45 – 4:45pm

Comfortable playing full games.

What parents say

My 5 year old has been loving the chess classes with Gabriel. He has become much more confident since beginning the lessons at Momentum Chess!

— Aaron K.

This was incredible. My 6yo had his first session and is now in love with chess. Thank you Gabriel for bringing this joy into his life.

— Jaime H.

Hampton questions, answered

How do we get there from Hampton?

Head down Highett Rd and you're there in about 7 minutes by car — 2 Livingston St is just off Highett Rd, a short walk from Highett station. There's street parking on and around Livingston St for drop-off and pick-up, and because it's one straight road the whole way, the run home is just as painless.

How much do the classes cost?

Free first week, then $25 each lesson. No fees beyond that and no lock-in — see the homepage FAQ for the full value comparison.

Will chess fit around weekend sport and beach mornings?

That's the idea. Each group's class runs for one hour on Sunday afternoon, between 12:00 and 4:45pm depending on your child's level, so the morning stays free for nippers, netball or the beach. And because it's drop-off with no lock-in, you're never committed beyond the week — kids can join any week, and after the free first week it's simply $25 a lesson. If a Sunday gets swallowed by sport or a party, you just skip it — there's nothing to cancel.