Chess Clubs in Gainesville, FL
Gainesville, FL is part of the chess community in Florida. This page brings together the clubs, coaches, and tournaments we can verify in and around the city, so local options sit in one place instead of scattered across separate searches.
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- Florida USCF players
Outside the largest metros, a city's chess activity is easy to underestimate from one search. Gainesville's clubs, coaches, and events are listed together here so you can judge what is actually within reach instead of guessing from a single result. If Gainesville looks quiet, nearby places like Orlando, FL, Tampa, FL, and Valrico, FL are usually the fastest next step.
- Clubs are the best starting point for regular over-the-board games and a local group to improve with.
- If the local list is short, widen to nearby cities — players often treat the whole area as one scene.
2 upcoming USCF-rated tournaments in and around Gainesville, FL. Next up: ECA October Scholastic 2026 on October 17, 2026 in Gainesville, FL.
Florida has 4,341 USCF-rated players. See full Florida USCF stats
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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...
Chess Clubs Nearby
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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...
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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...
The Bloomingdale Chess Club meets every Wednesday night at the Bloomingdale Regional library. The address is 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico. Boards, sets, clocks, and score sheets are provided free of charge. All a...
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...
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 c...
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!
Where social community meets the love of chess. Tampa Knights organizes social chess meetups, tournaments, & special events all across Tampa Bay! Join the Club & become part of our ever-growing family of chess en...
Join us for our weekly Chess Club meetings where students of all skill levels come together to play, learn, and enjoy the game of chess. Whether you’re a beginner looking to pick up the basics or an experienced player...
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
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 we...
Chess Coaches Nearby
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I am a family focused coach located in the Treasure Coast. I specialize in teaching the fundamentals of the game in an easy to understand way. My approach focuses on developing a love of the game that allows for stude...
Upcoming Tournaments
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Check in between 9:00-9:40 to the school gym at the far right hand side of the parking lot in order to make sure we start on time. Round 1 clocks start at 10:00am
Check in between 9:00-9:40 to the school gym at the far right hand side of the parking lot in order to make sure we start on time. Round 1 clocks start at 10:00am
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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 Eligibility...
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Our Clubs Monthly Cash Prize Tournament! We have both RATED & UNRATED Sections. (All players with a Club Membership receive 50% Off Entry!)
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 spli...
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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 G5 o...
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Upcoming Events
12 listingsUpcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events in Gainesville, FL and nearby areas.
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Meet Up At Claro's
Hosted by Orlando Chess Club
This is a casual meet-up where chess players of all skill levels are welcome; the coffee is good and fun is had by all!
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An outstanding venue for chess, chocolate and fun. We look forward to seeing you there. Chess Players of all ages and skill levels!
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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!
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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 along for some chess, you’ll ne...
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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 availa...
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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!
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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!
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Settle in for a relaxed night of chess inside the warm, rustic atmosphere of Indica Cafe.
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The Knights Class is part of the Tampa Knights group improvement program. Come improve your chess with structured lessons! 3:30 PM is our Sunday Afternoon Meetup Time for Both Sections. We stay until 5:00 PM. Feel Fre...
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The Knights Social offers the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and enjoy an evening full of chess!
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Try your luck facing NM Lyubomir in a friendly time-ods match - Winners receive a prize! (Cash Prizes, Drinks, & Physical!) Additionally enjoy a two fold presentation, firstly designed for players rated around 1000 El...
Join us at Noble Brew Saturdays (bi-weekly) at 8:00 PM for casual games, good company, and a relaxed atmosphere. All skill levels welcome.
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