WHAT Session #1: The Tao of Chess - introducing the game of chess and its basic principles. Each class will start with an interactive session on the given topic, exploring its key fundamental ideas through the demonstration of model games from the world’s greatest. Members will then be able to apply their learnings over the board by engaging in game play, while host Matthias remains available to answer any arising questions. The Chess Club at The Ministry caters to players of all abilities, from genuine novices to keen ‘adult improvers’. WHO Matthias is a passionate No & Low Drinks Consultant, an Ambassador of Healthy Hospo and co-Founder of the Healthy Hospo Chess Club. He dedicates his time to promote mental health and wellbeing in the Drinks and Hospitality Industries. Matthias is also an Advanced Chess player who likes to prescribe daily doses of chess as a way to improve mental fitness. He currently plays for the Wanstead & Woodford Chess Club and captains their 1st team in the Central London League.

Anna Bailey

Event host

Ministry Club

Club of the event