Chess Coaches in Fitzgerald, GA
Looking for chess in Fitzgerald, GA? This guide collects the clubs, coaches, and tournaments listed in and around the city, then points you toward the wider Georgia scene when you want more.
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- 2,015
- Georgia USCF players
Local chess rarely lives in a single venue. The most reliable way to read Fitzgerald is to treat the clubs, coaches, and tournaments below as one connected picture: a regular club night to play, a coach when you want to improve, and weekend events when you are ready to compete. If Fitzgerald looks quiet, nearby places like Valdosta, GA, Warner Robins, GA, and Statesboro, GA are usually the fastest next step.
- A coach is worth it once you want structured improvement — compare formats, rates, and titles below.
- If the local list is short, widen to nearby cities — players often treat the whole area as one scene.
5 upcoming USCF-rated tournaments in and around Fitzgerald, GA. Next up: Smyrna October Quick Tournament on October 10, 2026 in Smyrna, GA.
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Facilitates the Saint Paul elementary and middle school chess club and hosts area tournaments.
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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...
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Facilitates the Saint Paul elementary and middle school chess club and hosts area tournaments.
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...
The Georgia Chess Association (GCA) is the official state affiliate of the United States Chess Federation. We serve players of all ages and skill levels from beginners making their first moves to grandmasters competin...
Chess4AllAges hosts several free chess clubs, paid chess clubs as well as bimonthly tournaments. Follow us on Instagram @chess4allages to see the full list of events.
Championship Chess is a scholastic chess organization offering instruction, curriculum, and club opportunities for students across Georgia and throughout the U.S. Their programs support public, private, and homeschool...
GrayKnight Chess Association hosts chess tournaments for students and adults in the Brunswick / Golden Isles area. Events include sections for elementary, middle school, high school, and adult players, providing oppor...
The Valdosta Chess Club meets twice a month for casual chess, practice, and community play. Players of all ages and experience levels are welcome to stop by, play a few games, and connect with other chess enthusiasts...
Middle Georgia Chess Club is a nonprofit community chess club serving players throughout Macon, Warner Robins, Byron, and the surrounding Middle Georgia area. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome to enjoy...
Upcoming Tournaments
12 listingsUpcoming rated and unrated competition in Fitzgerald, GA first, followed by close-in nearby events worth the drive.
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Name: ATLCC MARCH CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1st...
Name: ATLCC JUNE CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1st P...
Name: ATLCC OCTOBER CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 paid entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Open Section 1st place $500+Trophy(trophy only awarded based on tiebreak and mu...
Name: ATLCC NOVEMBER CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 paid entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1st Plac...
Name: ATLCC DECEMBER CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1...
Name: ATLCC JANUARY CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1s...
Name: ATLCC FEBRUARY CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1...
Name: ATLCC APRIL CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1st...
Name: ATLCC MAY CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1st Pl...
Name: ATLCC MONTHLY CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1s...
K-12 November Scholastic Chess Tournament Intown Community Church, 2059 Lavista Rd NE, Ga 30329 USCF Dual Rated Format: 4 round Swiss tournament (November supplement regular rating used) Sections: Over 1000 Under 1000...
Event Details • Time Control: G/25 + 5 sec • Format: Quads by skill level | 3 rounds • Round Times: 7:15 PM, 8:15 PM, 9:00 PM. One bye available for 1/2 point. $20 Entry Fee includes (delicious) dinner. Dinner & Check...
Recurring · Next Oct 30th, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Upcoming Events
12 listingsUpcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events in Fitzgerald, GA and nearby areas.
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Club Meeting
Hosted by Valdosta Chess Club
Meets every 2nd & 4th Sunday from 2-6pm Where: South GA Regional Library; 300 Woodrow Wilson Dr. Contact: Matt Elder 229-269-7060; jmelder@valdosta.edu
Recurring · Next Oct 18th, 2026 at 2:00 PM
FAYETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY CHESS CLUB: 2nd Saturday of every month, 10:00-11:30AM at the Fayette County Library, 1821 Heritage Pkwy, Fayetteville, GA 30214. Club for children and adults in the playroom. Hosted by eit...
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5 Day chess camp and pickleball camp for beginners to advanced. Coach Manny and Coach Rodney will teach fundamental strategy, tactics (forks, pins, discovered attacks), checkmate patterns, endgame patterns and more. W...
CENTERVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER: Every Monday, 6:00-7:30PM, 3025 Betheny Church Rd., Snellville 30039. Contact Coach Rodney at 770-560-1071.
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THE PUB Meeting
Hosted by Championship Chess
THE PUB: Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 6:00-9:00PM: Free All Age Chess. 469 Flat Shoals Ave., SE, Atlanta 30316. Contact: 404-748-1145; www.eavpub.com
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THE PUB Meeting
Hosted by Championship Chess
THE PUB: Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 6:00-9:00PM: Free All Age Chess. 469 Flat Shoals Ave., SE, Atlanta 30316. Contact: 404-748-1145; www.eavpub.com
Recurring · Next Oct 21st, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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KIRKWOOD BRANCH LIBRARY: Every 2nd Wednesday, 4:00-6:00PM: 11 Kirkwood Road, NE, Atlanta 30317. Contact: 404-613-7200; www.fulcolibrary.org
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Mojo's Pizza in Decatur every 1st and 3rd Tuesday, 6:00-9:00PM, with Coach Lenwood Jackson. For more information: Text Coach Lenwood at 404-581-2561. For directions: https://www.mojopizzanpub.com/ *NOTE:** T...
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MOJO FREE CHESS CLUB
Hosted by Championship Chess
Mojo's Pizza in Decatur every 1st and 3rd Tuesday, 6:00-9:00PM, with Coach Lenwood Jackson. For more information: Text Coach Lenwood at 404-581-2561. For directions: https://www.mojopizzanpub.com/ *NOTE:** T...
Recurring · Next Oct 20th, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Fall break camp for Dekalb County Schools. Fun chess and pickleball camp. We will have 4 hours of chess instruction per day and 4 hours of social fun time such as playing pickleball, soccer, going on a nature walk etc.
Club Meeting
Hosted by Athens Chess Club
When: Fridays, 6:00–9:00 PM Where: Athens, GA Contact: Tomas Ramirez Email: WintervilleChessClub@gmail.com
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