Titled Chess Coaches in Savannah, GA
Savannah gives coastal Georgia a real chess foothold, with enough local identity to matter beyond the Atlanta orbit. This page keeps the focus on titled coaches while still connecting you to the broader local chess scene.
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Georgia's chess culture improves when it is geographically broad, and Savannah helps provide that breadth. For players and organizers in the southeast corner of the state, the city offers a practical base for club play and a way to stay connected to the larger Georgia tournament calendar without treating every serious game as an Atlanta-only affair. Coastal cities matter for chess when they create their own local anchor, and Savannah does exactly that by giving southeast Georgia players a recognizable place to start from.
- Savannah is essential to showing that Georgia chess reaches the coast and is not only a north-metro story.
- The city is most useful for players who want a regional base closer than Atlanta for regular play and local organizing.
- Searchers here often care about geography as much as strength: Savannah makes the statewide chess map more accessible.
- A strong Savannah page should emphasize coastal reach, local identity, and practical travel logic.
Ben Finegold
The most publicly recognizable modern Georgia chess figure and a common reference point across the state's club scene.
7 upcoming USCF-rated tournaments in and around Savannah, GA. Next up: ATLANTA CHESS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP on September 20, 2026 in Morrow, GA.
Georgia has 2,028 USCF-rated players. See full Georgia USCF stats
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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...
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Chess Clubs Nearby
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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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
Upcoming Tournaments
12 listingsUpcoming rated and unrated competition in Savannah, 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 1s...
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...
Name: ATLCC CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 PRIZE FUND FULLY GUARANTEED! 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Open Section 1st place $500+Trophy(trophy only based on tiebreak and MUST BE an ATLANTA CHESS...
Name: ATLCC OCTOBER CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500&32;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 Secti...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 1s...
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...
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...
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K-12 September Scholastic Chess Tournament Intown Community Church, 2059 Lavista Rd NE, Ga 30329 USCF Dual Rated Format:
- 4 round Swiss tournament (September supplement regular rating used)
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Upcoming Events
12 listingsUpcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events in Savannah, 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
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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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CENTERVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER:&160;Every Monday,&160;6:00-7:30PM, 3025 Betheny Church Rd., Snellville 30039. Contact Coach Rodney at 770-560-1071.
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STONE CREEK PIZZA in LILBURN: EVERY 1ST AND 2ND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH,&160;6:00-7:30PM at 5330 Lilburn-Stone Mountain Road, 108, Lilburn GA 30047. Contact Coach Chris Suliveres ([chess4champscoach@gmail.com](mailto:ch...
Recurring · Next Oct 6th, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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STONE CREEK PIZZA in LILBURN: EVERY 1ST AND 2ND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH,&160;6:00-7:30PM at 5330 Lilburn-Stone Mountain Road, 108, Lilburn GA 30047. Contact Coach Chris Suliveres ([chess4champscoach@gmail.com](mailto:ch...
Recurring · Next Oct 13th, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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FAYETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY CHESS CLUB: 2nd Saturday of every month,&160;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 eith...
Recurring · Next Oct 10th, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Mojo's Pizza in Decatur every 1st and 3rd Tuesday,&160;6:00-9:00PM, with Coach Lenwood Jackson. For more information: Text Coach Lenwood at 404-581-2561. For directions: [https://www.mojopizzanpub.com/](https://www.mo...
Recurring · Next Oct 6th, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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MOJO FREE CHESS CLUB
Hosted by Championship Chess
Mojo's Pizza in Decatur every 1st and 3rd Tuesday,&160;6:00-9:00PM, with Coach Lenwood Jackson. For more information: Text Coach Lenwood at 404-581-2561. For directions: [https://www.mojopizzanpub.com/](https://www.mo...
Recurring · Next Oct 20th, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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KIRKWOOD BRANCH LIBRARY: Every 2nd Wednesday,&160;4:00-6:00PM: 11 Kirkwood Road, NE, Atlanta 30317. Contact: 404-613-7200; www.fulcolibrary.org
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THE PUB Meeting
Hosted by Championship Chess
THE PUB: Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday,&160;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,&160;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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