Local Chess Guide

Chess Clubs in Florida

Florida works best as a statewide guide to the main metro scenes, organizers, and tournament pockets that shape local play. Use the club listings below to find regular places to play, then branch into coaches and tournaments when you want more from the same area. If you need to widen the search, nearby places like Brevard County, Orlando, and Miami are the fastest next step.

14 clubs listed2 coaches listed36 upcoming events
Chess in Florida

Florida chess usually revolves around a handful of metro anchors, the clubs that meet consistently, the coaches who train local players, and the tournament weekends that pull everyone together. The point of this guide is to help people see those parts in one place instead of guessing which city or organizer matters most.

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Brevard Chess Club on Chess67

Chess Clubs in Florida

Chess Clubs in Florida

Join local clubs, scholastic programs, and community organizers tied to Florida.

14 results
BC

Brevard Chess Club on Chess67

CF

Central Florida Chess Club is an established nonprofit chess club serving the Orlando and Central Florida chess community. Founded in 1987, CFCC hosts regular US Chess rated tournaments, weekend hotel events, scholast...

CT

More than chess. A transformation. CHESS TEAM FL is dedicated to building stronger players and better people through chess. We provide personalized instruction for children (ages 4+), competitive juniors, ambitious a...

CC

ChessMinds Chess Club is a South Florida chess community founded by Stephen Herreros, offering rated tournaments, lessons, and competitive events for players of different ages and rating levels. The club is especially...

EE

e4Everyone is the chess playing hub of the Treasure Coast.

EC

Endgame Chess Academy runs scholastic tournaments and training programs designed to help players improve in a structured, competitive environment. Events include USCF-rated tournaments with multiple sections based on...

FC

FishHawk Chess Club meets on Monday’s from 6-8 p.m. All ages welcome! See website for info on meeting location, matches, lessons, and tournaments!

FT

Florida Tech Chess Club on Chess67

KS

Kava Social Chess Club is Bradenton’s go to spot for relaxed, social chess. Whether you’re just learning the game or a seasoned player, the club welcomes all levels from beginners to masters. The club meets twice a w...

OC

Orlando Chess Club hosts regular rated tournaments and events for players across Central Florida. The club is focused on providing competitive yet welcoming events for players of all ages and skill levels, with a mix...

OR

https://www.orcachess.com

PS

Chess club for all ages from beginners to master strength. Two locations. Panera Bread 1707 St Lucie West Blvd, Port St Lucie, Fl Tues: 12 pm. Thur/Sun : 1pm Barnes and Noble, Jensen Beach FL Sat-12:30 pm

TC

Tampa Champions Chess hosts regular USCF rated events and training sessions for competitive players in the Tampa area. Weekly quads, tournaments, and structured events designed for serious improvement and consistent...

TK

Tampa’s largest social chess community. We host casual chess events, tournaments, and lessons, with a focus on bringing people together through the game.

Chess Coaches in Florida

Chess Coaches in Florida

Browse private coaches, club instructors, and verified local training options in Florida.

2 results
CF
Coach
Offers Online

Adult & Scholastic Classes | Head Instructor of the Rising Knights Chess Academy

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Coach
Offers Online

♟️ Bradenton Chess Coach | Kava Social Chess Director | Youth Chess Coach 🏆

Upcoming Tournaments

Upcoming Tournaments

Upcoming rated and unrated competition linked to Florida.

18 results
BW
Tournament
Today at 2:00 PM

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...

TC
Tournament
Tomorrow at 7:30 PM
Tomorrow

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...

BW
Tournament
This Thursday at 6:45 PM
This Thursday

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...

EE
Tournament
This Saturday at 10:00 AM
This Saturday

E4 Everyone Summer Classic on Chess67

BW
Tournament
Jul 12th, 2026 at 2:00 PM

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...

TC
Tournament
Jul 13th, 2026 at 7:30 PM

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...

BW
Tournament
Jul 16th, 2026 at 6:45 PM

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...

BW
Tournament
Jul 19th, 2026 at 2:00 PM

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...

TC
Tournament
Jul 20th, 2026 at 7:30 PM

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...

BW
Tournament
Jul 23rd, 2026 at 6:45 PM

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...

UG
Tournament
Jul 25th, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Ultimate Gladiator Colosseum

Hosted by ChessMinds Chess Club

Join us for a competitive USCF rated tournament in South Florida. Players will battle through four rounds of classical chess for cash prizes, trophies, an...

BW
Tournament
Jul 26th, 2026 at 2:00 PM

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...

TC
Tournament
Jul 27th, 2026 at 7:30 PM

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...

BW
Tournament
Jul 30th, 2026 at 6:45 PM

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...

BW
Tournament
Aug 2nd, 2026 at 2:00 PM

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...

TC
Tournament
Aug 3rd, 2026 at 7:30 PM

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...

BW
Tournament
Aug 6th, 2026 at 6:45 PM

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...

BW
Tournament
Aug 9th, 2026 at 2:00 PM

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...

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Upcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events linked to Florida.

18 results
KF
Event
Today at 8:00 PM
Happening today
Starts in 1h 17m

Free Play Night is our relaxed, no-pressure chess hangout ♟️✨ Come play casual games, meet new people, learn from others, and enjoy a fun night with the Kava chess crew. Beginners are absolutely welcome 🙌 Whether you...

KS
Event
Today at 8:00 PM
Happening today
Starts in 1h 17m

Come hangout with some casual play and socilization! All levels welcome!

KS
Event
Today at 10:00 PM
Happening today
Starts in 3h 17m

Kava Social free play night on Chess67

MM
Event
Tomorrow at 6:00 PM
Tomorrow

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!

TK
Event
Tomorrow at 8:00 PM
Tomorrow

The Knights Social offers the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and enjoy an evening full of chess!

BC
Event
This Tuesday at 6:00 PM
This Tuesday

Barkhaven Chess Night is going to continue weekly on Tuesdays. Come join us for some casual chess, great food and drinks, friends, and dogs!

Please note: if you’d like to bring your dog alon...

TT
Event
This Tuesday at 8:00 PM
This Tuesday

Join us for Tactical Tuesday: Guided Chess Study Night, a relaxed group session focused on learning, improving, and talking through positions together. We’ll study tactics, openings, strategy, and real games in a begi...

CT
Event
This Thursday at 6:00 PM
This Thursday

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!

TM
Event
This Thursday at 8:00 PM
This Thursday

Test your luck against some of Tampa Bay's best chess players! Thursdays the club hosts regular tournaments, open-play, & special events.

OC
Event
This Saturday at 12:00 PM
This Saturday

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...

KI
Event
Jul 12th, 2026 at 3:00 PM

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 -...

KC
Event
Jul 12th, 2026 at 8:00 PM

Sunday nights are our Kava Casual Chess&32;♟️✨, alternating between relaxed casual chess nights and structured rapid tournament brackets 🏆⏱️. Come hang out, meet other players, and enjoy casual games during our free...

MM
Event
Jul 13th, 2026 at 6:00 PM

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!

TK
Event
Jul 13th, 2026 at 8:00 PM

The Knights Social offers the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and enjoy an evening full of chess!

BC
Event
Jul 14th, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Barkhaven Chess Night is going to continue weekly on Tuesdays. Come join us for some casual chess, great food and drinks, friends, and dogs!

Please note: if you’d like to bring your dog alon...

TT
Event
Jul 14th, 2026 at 8:00 PM

Join us for Tactical Tuesday: Guided Chess Study Night, a relaxed group session focused on learning, improving, and talking through positions together. We’ll study tactics, openings, strategy, and real games in a begi...

CT
Event
Jul 16th, 2026 at 6:00 PM

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!

TM
Event
Jul 16th, 2026 at 8:00 PM

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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