National Master Chess Coaches in Georgia
Georgia chess is anchored by metro Atlanta, but the state's real strength comes from the way clubs, school programs, and weekend tournaments connect Atlanta to the rest of north and central Georgia. This page keeps the focus on national master coaches while still connecting you to the broader local chess scene.
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Modern Georgia chess grew through a practical mix of scholastic energy, private coaching, and visible club leadership in the Atlanta area. That matters because it gives the state more than one entry point: serious juniors can find regular instruction, adult players can find rated events without constant travel, and organizers can build around an audience that already understands tournament chess as a normal part of local chess culture.
- Metro Atlanta concentrates most of Georgia's clubs, coaching, and weekend tournament activity.
- Serious juniors and adult players can find rated events across north and central Georgia without constant travel.
- Grandmaster Ben Finegold's Atlanta presence has helped shape the modern local scene.
Ben Finegold
Grandmaster and one of the best-known modern figures tied to Atlanta and Georgia chess.
Boris Kogan
Veteran grandmaster and influential coach whose work helped shape serious training culture in Georgia.
Official USCF rating list · August 1, 2026
- 1Guo, Arthur2605
- 2Sheehan, Ethan T2457
- 3Finegold, Benjamin P2433
- 4Aaron, Deepak2382
- 5Uz, Kagan2368
1 upcoming USCF-rated tournament in and around Georgia. Next up: Atlanta Championship on August 23, 2026 in Morrow, GA.
See full Georgia USCF statsMap
The Alpharetta Senior Chess Club meets twice a week for friendly chess games and community connection. Players of all experience levels are welcome to stop by, enjoy casual play, and meet other chess enthusiasts in th...
National Master Coaches
These coach profiles match the national master title filter for Georgia.
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Chess Clubs in Georgia
18 resultsJoin local clubs, scholastic programs, and community organizers tied to Georgia.
The Alpharetta Senior Chess Club meets twice a week for friendly chess games and community connection. Players of all experience levels are welcome to stop by, enjoy casual play, and meet other chess enthusiasts in th...
The Athens Chess Club meets Friday evenings for casual chess and community play in Athens, Georgia. Players of all ages and experience levels are welcome to join, whether they are looking for friendly games, practice,...
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...
Castle Chess Camp is held annually at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Now in its 24th year, Castle Chess brings together top instructors and aspiring students for a week of intensive training and fun. 2026 Ca...
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...
Chess lessons to individuals or groups to students 5 years to 12 years old both in person or virtual.
Chess Atlanta was founded in 2003 by Carlos Perdomo, International Chess Master. Coach Carlos founded Chess Atlanta to increase the chess presence in the metro Atlanta area, provide more young students the opportunity...
Chess Zone offers chess events for players of all ages and playing strengths in the metro Atlanta area. From the team behind Kid Chess, Chess Zone hosts tournaments, classes, clubs, camps, and community chess events,...
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.
Chesstronics offers chess classes, camps, and USCF-rated tournament opportunities for K–12 students in the metro Atlanta area. Their chess program focuses on helping students build focus, strategy, tactics, confidence...
Facilitates the Saint Paul elementary and middle school chess club and hosts area tournaments.
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...
Georgia Chess Club (GCC) is the premier provider of private and group chess lessons in the Atlanta Metro area. GCC also hosts regular United States Chess Federation (USCF) chess tourna...
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...
Upcoming Tournaments
18 resultsUpcoming rated and unrated competition linked to Georgia.
Time Control: 3SS G/30;d5 - USCF Rated, current unofficial ratings may be used at TD discretion. Five Sections: Elite = Class A and above 1800. Premier = Class B & C 1400 to 1799. Amateur = Class D & E 1000 to...
https://services.chesstronics.com/products/bethelview-monthly-open-uscf-rated Monthly Scholastic & OPEN USCF Rated Tournament at Beth...
Mohar August Chess Tournament
Hosted by Mohar Chess
Team Trophies! Three players in the rated sections attending the same school (as of the spring 2026 semester). Teams have no upper limit; the more players on a team, the higher the chances for a good result, but only...
Middle Georgia Summer Skirmish, G/30;+5 Saturday, August 22nd, 2026, 10am – 4pm, Byron, GA EVENT OVERVIEW Rounds: 5 rounds, Swiss system. Sections:&160;Sections are assigned based on players’ Regular ratings publish...
Atlanta Championship
Hosted by Atlanta Chess Club
Name: ATLANTA CHAMPIONSHIP - 4...
CHESS ZONE RATED SCHOLASTIC K-12 Four Rounds, Swiss System, USCF rated SECTIONS: \U1200:\ Open to scholastic players rated between 600 and 1199. \U600:\ Open to scholastic players under 600 and unrated. \PRIZES:...
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, Draw =...
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 $20 Entry Fee includes (delicious) dinner. Dinner & Check-in: 6:30-7:00...
Time Control: 3SS G/30;d5 - USCF Rated, current unofficial ratings may be used at TD discretion. Five Sections: Elite = Class A and above 1800. Premier = Class B & C 1400 to 1799. Amateur = Class D & E 1000 to...
CHESS ZONE AUGUST 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; Class B-C 1400-1799 – $25 Class E-D...
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, Draw =...
Name: CHESSTRONICS ALPHARETTA K-12 GRADE LEVEL CHAMPIONSHIP \Desc:\ Time Control: 3 RR G/25;d5 - USCF rated; most current unofficial ratings used at TD discretion. New or first time players must obtain a USCF member...
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, Draw =...
Time Control: 3SS G/30;d5 - USCF Rated, current unofficial ratings may be used at TD discretion. Five Sections: Elite = Class A and above 1800. Premier = Class B & C 1400 to 1799. Amateur = Class D & E 1000 to 1399. R...
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.usche...
Where: 284 SR-314 S Suite D Fayetteville, GA 30214 (Mathnasium Tutoring Center) When: Sunday, September 13; 9:00am-5:00pm Who: All chess players of all ages (rated, unrated and non-rated) Why: To encourage enthusia...
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, Draw =...
Time Control: 3SS G/30;d5 - USCF Rated, current unofficial ratings may be used at TD discretion. Five Sections: Elite = Class A and above 1800. Premier = Class B & C 1400 to 1799. Amateur = Class D & E 1000 to 1399. R...
Upcoming Events
18 resultsUpcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events linked to Georgia.
FAST Chess Club
Hosted by Chess Atlanta
We are meeting every Thursday that the school is open beginning August 20th and ending December 10th All levels are welcome. Grades 1-5
When: Tuesdays and Fridays, 1:00–4:00 PM Where: Alpharetta Adult Activity Center, 13450 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta, GA Contact: Rick Rohdenburg Email: rohdenburgs@gmail.com Phone: 404-786...
Club Meeting
Hosted by Athens Chess Club
When: Fridays, 6:00–9:00 PM Where: Athens, GA Contact: Tomas Ramirez Email: WintervilleChessClub@gmail.com
https://services.chesstronics.com/products/bethelview-monthly-open-uscf-rated Monthly Scholastic & OPEN USCF Rated Tournament at Bethelview Location!&160;&160; Free Pizza!&32;&160; 4 sections – An Open section for...
TYRONE CHESS CLUB: 3rd Saturday of every month,&160;10:00-11:30AM at the Tyrone Public Library, 143 Commerce Drive, Tyrone GA 30290. Club for children and adults in the playroom. Hosted by Coach Thomas Harris ([tch64@...
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
WOLF CREEK LIBRARY (near Camp Creek in Fulton County): Every Monday,&160;5:00-7:00PM, with Coach Lenwood. Contact Coach Rodney at 770-560-1071.
NORTHEAST SPRUILL OAKS LIBRARY: Every Monday,&160;6:00-7:00PM, with Coach Jason Wright. 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022. Contact the Library at 404-613-7300.
CENTERVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER:&160;Every Monday,&160;6:00-7:30PM, 3025 Betheny Church Rd., Snellville 30039. Contact Coach Rodney at 770-560-1071.
When: Tuesdays and Fridays, 1:00–4:00 PM Where: Alpharetta Adult Activity Center, 13450 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta, GA Contact: Rick Rohdenburg Email: rohdenburgs@gmail.com Phone: 404-786...
The Stonehaven School's fall chess club (open to Stonehaven students only)
Join us for a fun and welcoming evening of chess at Chick-fil-A Austell. Whether you're learning the basics, sharpening your skills, or simply looking for friendly competition, players of all ages and experience level...
Join us for a fun and welcoming evening of chess at Chick-fil-A Smyrna. Whether you're learning the basics, sharpening your skills, or simply looking for friendly competition, players of all ages and experience levels...
When: Tuesdays and Fridays, 1:00–4:00 PM Where: Alpharetta Adult Activity Center, 13450 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta, GA Contact: Rick Rohdenburg Email: rohdenburgs@gmail.com Phone: 404-786...
Club Meeting
Hosted by Athens Chess Club
When: Fridays, 6:00–9:00 PM Where: Athens, GA Contact: Tomas Ramirez Email: WintervilleChessClub@gmail.com
TYRONE CHESS CLUB: 3rd Saturday of every month,&160;10:00-11:30AM at the Tyrone Public Library, 143 Commerce Drive, Tyrone GA 30290. Club for children and adults in the playroom. Hosted by Coach Thomas Harris ([tch64@...
WOLF CREEK LIBRARY (near Camp Creek in Fulton County): Every Monday,&160;5:00-7:00PM, with Coach Lenwood. Contact Coach Rodney at 770-560-1071.
NORTHEAST SPRUILL OAKS LIBRARY: Every Monday,&160;6:00-7:00PM, with Coach Jason Wright. 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022. Contact the Library at 404-613-7300.
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