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Developing
Skills
with Chess

Chess as a tool for better education, stronger communities, healthy aging and effective personality development.

Chess is more than a game. It's a space where people grow – cognitively, socially, emotionally, and even therapeutically.
The consulting firm André Vögtlin & Partner AG develops and delivers social chess formats that empower people, unlock potential, and enhance quality of life.
Regionally rooted in northwestern Switzerland,
internationally connected.

Cognitive

(Thinking & Learning)
Concentration / Logic
Creativity / Memory /
Problem solving / Flexibility
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Social

(Sense of belonging & Communication)
Respect / Fairness /
Responsibility /
Team spirit /
Belonging / Trust

Therapeutic

(Healing & Stability)
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a sense of structure / well-being / orientation / self-discipline /
Slowing down /
Self-efficacy
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(Self-awareness & Regulation)
Enjoyment of the game / Motivation /
Self-control /
Gratitude /
Stress management /
Self-confidence

Emotionally

Our concept

We use chess to foster skills that are crucial in everyday life, professional life, and challenging situations: concentration, creativity, problem-solving, fairness, respect, patience, self-regulation, and a healthy approach to mistakes. Our formats combine logical-strategic thinking with socio-emotional competence – creating lasting learning experiences that have a real impact.

More about our concept
Our range

Individual programs instead of standard solutions

FOR EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTES

FOR EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTES

FOR EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTES

FOR EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTES

"I learned about chess as an additional teaching tool, which – thanks to simple mini-games – can be used effectively in challenging classroom situations."

Teacher at the Allschwil primary school
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