Chess Clubs in United States
The United States has one of the broadest chess footprints in the world, with strong scholastic pipelines, deep club culture in a handful of metros, and a tournament calendar that ranges from casual weekend Swiss events to elite invitational play.
American chess is less about one unified scene than a network of regional power centers. New York remains the country's most recognizable historic chess city, Saint Louis turned Missouri into the institutional capital of modern U.S. chess, and states like California and Texas give the country its real breadth through constant club, coaching, and junior activity. A useful national guide has to connect those regions rather than pretend everything happens in one place.
Bobby Fischer
World champion and the most famous American chess figure in modern history.
Fabiano Caruana
One of the defining stars of contemporary U.S. elite chess.
Hikaru Nakamura
A central figure in the modern American competitive and online chess landscape.
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♟️At AllStar Institute, we believe chess is more than just a game—it is a powerful tool for developing valuable life skills. ♟️We provide a supportive and encouraging environment where students grow not only as playe...
Chess Club at ASU (aka Sun Devil Chess) welcomes chess players/enthusiasts of all skill levels and backgrounds. We are a club that is interested in promoting chess in Arizona as well as establishing a fun environment...
The Augusta University Chess club is a club to play, learn, and talk all things chess for AU students, faculty, alumni, and really anyone in the Augusta area who are interested in chess. Get more information about us...
Aurora Chess Club is one of Colorado’s oldest and most established chess communities. The club hosts regular weekly meetups, tournaments, and open play sessions for players of all levels, from casual enthusiasts to c...
Drafted welcoming chess club description for local community The Belle Mead Chess Club is a welcoming place for players of every level to meet, play, and improve. Whether it's your first game or your thousandth, you'l...
The Chess Club at Berkeley is the best place to play the game of chess and any of its variants, or learn the game for the first time! We have no membership requirements, welcome players of all skill levels for casual...
++Who++: Welcome to C4! 🥳 Est. Apr '26, we're committed to organizing various chess events, whether USCF tourneys, casual play / training sessions, etc. ++Where++: Our events are held upstairs above the Blossom Hill...
Welcome to Cascadia Chess club, we are an inclusive club here at Cascadia College prepared to teach you the basics of chess, and critical thinking techniques. This club is not only for beginners but also competitive p...
Coach Carter’s Chess Academy is a San Antonio–based, community-focused chess program dedicated to helping students of all ages build strong fundamentals, confidence, and real game understanding. The academy offers str...
Discovery Chess Learning Academy is a nonprofit chess organization based in Akron, Ohio, founded in 2007. The academy provides structured coaching for players of all levels, from beginners to nationally ranked competi...
Chess Coaches in United States
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Over the years, Coach Adnan has led numerous school teams and individual students to victory in National and State chess competitions, cementing his reputation as one of the most successful coaches in the region. He h...
My name is Alen Kubati, I am 35 years old and I am currently located in NJ, USA. I started playing chess at the age of 7 and I have been in love with the game ever since. When I was in high school, I was the founder o...
Adult & Scholastic Classes | Head Instructor of the Rising Knights Chess Academy
US Chess Federation National Master with almost 20 years of playing experience and a decade of coaching/teaching experience. Best results as a player include tied first in the 2023 North American Open U2300 section, a...
Upcoming Tournaments
Upcoming rated and unrated competition linked to United States.
Weekly rated quick tournament at Panera Bread in West Melbourne.
What to expect Show up, get paired, play 4 rounds, results the same night
Format 4 round Swiss Time control G10 with 2 second delay
Sections may be s...
5-Round Swiss System. One round each Thursday. G/90;d5. $20 entry fee for club members; $5 premium for adult non-members (19 or older); $5 discount for Juniors (18 or younger). Register and pay at the door is permitte...
USCF rated weekly tournament hosted by Fort Bend Chess Club.
3 round Swiss Time control: G/30 d5
Entry Fee: $10 online $20 onsite
Cash prizes based on entries with at least 50% of entry fees returned as prizes.
To...
Saturday, May 23rd - May Rapid G/15+10
CHESS ZONE MAY RAPID Four rounds, Swiss System, USCF rated (quick rated)
Place Prizes: 1st Place - $160; 2nd Place - $80; 3rd Place - $40; Class Prizes: Class A 1800-1999 - $25...
Weekly rated blitz tournament at Nocturne Teas Kava Bar.
What to expect Show up, get paired, play multiple blitz games, results the same day
Format 5 round double Swiss (10 games total)
Time control Black chooses G...
Registering along with paying the $20 entry fee will officially secure your spot! Here are your options:
- Zelle: (408) 724-0188
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Location: Varners Restaurant & Tavern. 725 Concord Rd SE, Smyrna GA 30082
Date: Mondays
Time: Registration at 7:00PM, Rounds start at 7:15PM
Style: Swiss System Four-rounds
Time-Control: G/10 + 0
Win = 1 point, D...
Location: Varners Restaurant & Tavern. 725 Concord Rd SE, Smyrna GA 30082
Date: Mondays
Time: Registration at 7:00PM; Rounds start 7:15PM
Style: Swiss System Four-rounds
Time-Control: G/10 + 0
Win = 1 point, Draw...
Tampa Champions Expert and Master Quad
Weekly Monday event from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Format 2 round USCF rated event Time control: 40 minutes with 5 second delay
Entry Fee $15 entry $30 prize to first place
Eligibi...
Mondays at Turtle Bay is Downriver Chess Club of New Orleans’ weekly USCF-rated club night, held at Turtle Bay, 1119 Decatur St in New Orleans. Registration begins at 6:45 PM and the first round starts at 7:00 PM. The...
Weekly rated quick tournament at Panera Bread in West Melbourne.
What to expect Show up, get paired, play 4 rounds, results the same night
Format 4 round Swiss Time control G10 with 2 second delay
Sections may be s...
5-Round Swiss System. One round each Thursday. G/90;d5. $20 entry fee for club members; $5 premium for adult non-members (19 or older); $5 discount for Juniors (18 or younger). Register and pay at the door is permitte...
5-Round Swiss System. One round each Thursday. G/90;d5. $20 entry fee for club members; $5 premium for adult non-members (19 or older); $5 discount for Juniors (18 or younger). Register and pay at the door is permitte...
2026 Georgia Senior Open Chess Championship May 30-31, 2026 Chess Zone 2500 Old Alabama Rd Suite 11, Roswell, GA 30076
- This event honors Senior chess players in Georgia. The top Georgia player will receive a $5...
Weekly rated blitz tournament at Nocturne Teas Kava Bar.
What to expect Show up, get paired, play multiple blitz games, results the same day
Format 5 round double Swiss (10 games total)
Time control Black chooses G...
Location: Varners Restaurant & Tavern. 725 Concord Rd SE, Smyrna GA 30082
Date: Mondays
Time: Registration at 7:00PM, Rounds start at 7:15PM
Style: Swiss System Four-rounds
Time-Control: G/10 + 0
Win = 1 point, D...
Tampa Champions Expert and Master Quad
Weekly Monday event from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Format 2 round USCF rated event Time control: 40 minutes with 5 second delay
Entry Fee $15 entry $30 prize to first place
Eligibi...
Mondays at Turtle Bay is Downriver Chess Club of New Orleans’ weekly USCF-rated club night, held at Turtle Bay, 1119 Decatur St in New Orleans. Registration begins at 6:45 PM and the first round starts at 7:00 PM. The...
Upcoming Events
Upcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events linked to United States.
Join us Thursday evenings at Tin & Taco Sodo & Sodough Square's shared restaurant for some great food, friends, and fun. Free open play chess meetup every week. Join us!
Test your luck against some of Tampa Bay's best chess players! Thursdays the club hosts regular tournaments, open-play, & special events.
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Hosted by Club de Ajedrez de la UAX
Ven a jugar y apernder! Para todos los niveles
Weekly club meetup open to players of all ages and skill levels.
What to expect Drop in, play games, meet local players, and enjoy a mix of casual and competitive chess
Free to attend
Rated and casual play both ava...
The Knights Class is part of the Tampa Knights group improvement program. Come improve your chess with structured lessons! ++(all class tickets are FREE with a Club Membership!)++ 3:00 PM - Fundamentals Section 4:00...
A community for chess lovers 21+, from casual games to serious study, tournaments, and travel.
Chill, compete, connect at Kava Social.
Every Monday we meet at the Oviedo Mall Food Court from 6-9p for free, open play chess. It is open to all ages and skill levels. No registration required. Come join us!
The Knights Social offers the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and enjoy an evening full of chess!
Inside the clubhouse at Pike Run developments. I can provide four boards with pieces. Emphasis will be on foundational and improver courses, tactics, endgame and opening principles, and how to actually think over the...
Come stop by for our weekly meeting! Compete in our intraclub ELO Ladder for a chance to win one of our prizes at the end of the semester! Free food as well!
Slamming Weekly Meetup
Hosted by Poison Pawns
Weekly Poison Pawns meetup at Slowpokes.
Open to all ages and skill levels. Casual over the board games with players from across the Houston chess community.
The group typically runs around 15 boards each week, maki...
Join us Thursday evenings at Tin & Taco Sodo & Sodough Square's shared restaurant for some great food, friends, and fun. Free open play chess meetup every week. Join us!
Two National Masters Enter the room & you get to try your luck in surviving the battle! ++(all event tickets are 50% off with a Club Membership)++ What you get with your event entry ticket:
- A guaranteed chance to pl...
Test your luck against some of Tampa Bay's best chess players! Thursdays the club hosts regular tournaments, open-play, & special events.
Inside the clubhouse at Pike Run developments. I can provide four boards with pieces. The emphasis will be on foundational and improver courses, tactics, endgame and opening principles, how to actually think over the...
Weekly club meetup open to players of all ages and skill levels.
What to expect Drop in, play games, meet local players, and enjoy a mix of casual and competitive chess
Free to attend
Rated and casual play both ava...
The Knights Class is part of the Tampa Knights group improvement program. Come improve your chess with structured lessons! 3:00 PM - Fundamentals Section 4:00 PM - Advanced Section (recommend for players rated 900 -...
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