Chess Clubs in Alpharetta, GA
Alpharetta sits inside one of Georgia's strongest scholastic and family chess corridors, where serious juniors and active parents help sustain year-round demand.
Much of suburban north Georgia chess is built on repetition rather than spectacle: lessons after school, weekend rated events, carpools to metro tournaments, and steady movement between clubs across the Atlanta area. Alpharetta is a good example of that structure. It is less about one single landmark venue than about a reliable development routine, and that routine is a major reason Georgia keeps producing improving scholastic players.
Ben Finegold is one of the most visible coaching figures tied to the north-metro Georgia chess pipeline.
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Ben Finegold
A defining Atlanta-area teacher and club leader whose presence helped shape modern metro Georgia chess.
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Alpharetta sits in the north-metro corridor where families can train locally and still reach Atlanta's stronger events quickly.
Alpharetta development lane
After-school study, coach access, and parent-driven tournament travel are the real engines behind Alpharetta chess growth.
Alpharetta tournament flow
Weekend pairings usually come from a wider north-Fulton circuit, which is why Alpharetta matters beyond its city limits.
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See More Clubs in AlpharettaRoswell Chess Club is a welcoming community for chess players of all ages and skill levels in and around Roswell, Georgia. We meet regularly to play, learn, and enjoy the game together — from casual games to structure...
At Mohar Chess, we believe chess is more than just a game. It's a powerful tool for developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and building confidence in students of all ages. Experience individualized che...
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See More Coaches in AlpharettaOver 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...
Upcoming Tournaments
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See More Events in AlpharettaName: CHESSTRONICS ALPHARETTA K-12 GRADE LEVEL CHAMPIONSHIP&160;
NOTE: CHESSTRONICS ALPHARETTA - Opening Ceremony CHESSTRONICS ALPHARETTA 9.15 AM to 10.30 AM (Opening CEREMONY ) Welcoming PLayers & Enrollments!...
Saturday, April 4th - Melee G/30+5
CHESS ZONE APRIL MELEE G/30+5 Four rounds, Swiss System, USCF rated
SECTIONS CHAMPIONSHIP: 1600+: Open to players rated 1600 or above. 1st Place - $200; 2nd Place - $50; Top U1800...
Sunday, April 5th - Scholastic K-12 G/25d5
CHESS ZONE APRIL RATED SCHOLASTIC K-12 Four Rounds, Swiss System, USCF rated
SECTIONS: 1300+: Open to scholastic players rated 1300 and up. U1300: Open to scholastic player...
Saturday, April 18th - April Action G/60+5
CHESS ZONE APRIL ACTION G/60+5 Four rounds, Swiss System, USCF rated. $1250 in prizes, 50% guaranteed
Three sections: CHAMPIONSHIP (1800+): Open to USCF rated 1800 and abov...
Sunday, April 19th - April Rapid G/15+10
CHESS ZONE APRIL 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 -...
Sunday, May 10th - May Action G/60+5
CHESS ZONE MAY ACTION G/60+5 Four rounds, Swiss System, USCF rated. $1250 in prizes, 50% guaranteed
Three sections: CHAMPIONSHIP (1800+): Open to USCF rated 1800 and above. 1st -...
Saturday, May 16th - Melee G/30+5
CHESS ZONE MAY MELEE G/30+5 Four rounds, Swiss System, USCF rated
SECTIONS CHAMPIONSHIP: 1600+: Open to players rated 1600 or above. 1st Place - $200; 2nd Place - $50; Top U1800 - $...
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...
Saturday, June 6th & Sunday, June 7th - 2-Day Summer Classic G/90+10
CHESS ZONE 2-DAY SUMMER CLASSIC G/90+10 Four rounds, Swiss System, USCF rated. $2200 in prizes, 50% guaranteed
Three sections: CHAMPIONSHIP (1900+...
Mohar May Chess Tournament
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Saturday, May 9, 2026
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Three players in the rated sections attending the same school (as of the spring 2026 semester). Teams have no upper li...
Name: Johns Creek Chesstronics Monthly Scholastic Tournament Description:&160;
• Time Control: 3RR, G/25; d5 — USCF rated.
• New or first-time players are required to secure a USCF membership at: [https://new.usc...
Upcoming Events
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See More Events in AlpharettaMay 2026 Meetup
Hosted by Roswell Chess Club
Join us for a relaxed, friendly chess meetup where players of all skill levels can play games, solve puzzles, and connect with other local chess enthusiasts. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned competitor, there’s...
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