The first "Chess Course" in Domodossola will be held on 27th April by federal instructor Alberto Collobiano. The lessons will take place at the ARCA sports centre in N. 3 Via Leopard, from 8.30pm.

The basic level course will be spread out over five lessons of two hours for five consecutive Monday evenings until 25th May 2009. This activity is open to all of those who are interested in getting to know this game, which, in reality isn't just a game, but an authentic gym for the mind which can held increase the brain's reasoning and develop logic and strategy.

The calendar of lessons and their topics:
- Monday 27 April: elements of the game
- Monday 4 May: The relative value of the pieces, some examples of drawn games
- Monday 25 May: Check mate with important pieces
- Monday 18 May: the fundamental basics of the start of play
- Monday 25 May: the game plan