Titled Chess Coaches in Florida
Florida works best as a statewide guide to the main metro scenes, organizers, and tournament pockets that shape local play. Start with the upcoming competition, then use the club and coach sections to get a fuller picture of who is active in the same area. If you need to widen the search, nearby places like Brevard County, Orlando, and Pembroke Pines are the fastest next step. This page keeps the focus on titled coaches while still connecting you to the broader local chess scene.
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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Chess Clubs in Florida
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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...
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...
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...
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!
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...
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...
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...
Tampa’s largest social chess community. We host casual chess events, tournaments, and lessons, with a focus on bringing people together through the game.
Upcoming Tournaments
Upcoming rated and unrated competition linked to Florida.
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...
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...
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...
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...
The Central Florida Chess Club presents the 2026 Sunshine Open & Scholastic Tournament.
📅 June 19 to June 21, 2026
🏨 Delta Hotels by Marriott Orlando Celebration 2900 Parkway Boulevard Kissimmee, Florida 34747
♟️...
SUNDAY, JUNE 21ST | 1PM
All players who have visited any of our club events or view a direct invitation are eligible (this includes select group posts). If you have concerns on eligibility feel free to contact us....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Upcoming Events
Upcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events linked to Florida.
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...
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!
Test your luck against some of Tampa Bay's best chess players! Thursdays the club hosts regular tournaments, open-play, & special events.
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...
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 -...
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...
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!
The Knights Social offers the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and enjoy an evening full of chess!
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...
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!
Test your luck against some of Tampa Bay's best chess players! Thursdays the club hosts regular tournaments, open-play, & special events.
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...
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 -...
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...
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!
The Knights Social offers the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and enjoy an evening full of chess!
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