SOUL: Chess: Play & Learn with Joshua Colas

Experience a comprehensive chess event featuring a beginner’s workshop, engaging lecture, and open play sessions—all with expert feedback from Grandmaster-level instructors. Learn advanced techniques from International Master Joshua Colas, who made history as the youngest Black player to earn the US Chess Federation National Master title at just 12 years old in 2010. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to elevate your game under the guidance of a true chess prodigy.

Please arrive 15 minutes early.

This session is part of ROOTED, a wellness series in Central Park’s north end. Each Wednesday (4:00 pm–7:00 pm) and Saturday (10:00 am–1:00 pm) from September 17–November 8, you can join a full ”window” of Mind, Body, and Soul wellness experiences. Come for this session—or explore all three for the complete three-hour journey.