Chess Tournaments in Cocoa, FL
Cocoa, FL sits within the broader Florida chess community. Below are the clubs, coaches, and events we can verify locally, along with quick links to nearby places worth a look.
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- Florida USCF players
Chess communities hold together when clubs, teachers, and organizers reinforce one another. This page keeps Cocoa's options side by side so you can find a place to play, someone to learn from, and the next event without hopping between sites. If Cocoa looks quiet, nearby places like Brevard County, FL, Melbourne, FL, and Orlando, FL are usually the fastest next step.
- Tournaments are where rated results happen — check the dates and format before you commit to travel.
- 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 Cocoa, FL. Next up: ECA October Scholastic 2026 on October 17, 2026 in Gainesville, FL.
Florida has 4,396 USCF-rated players. See full Florida USCF stats
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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
Upcoming Tournaments
7 listingsUpcoming rated and unrated competition in Cocoa, FL first, followed by close-in nearby events worth the drive.
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Recurring · Next This Wednesday at 6:00 PM
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
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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 G...
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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
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Tampa vs. Bradenton. One Board at a Time.
Battle for the Bay brings Tampa and Bradenton together for a city-versus-city chess showdown between Tampa Knights Chess Club and Kava Social Chess Club. Players will represe...
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
Upcoming Events
12 listingsUpcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events in Cocoa, FL and nearby areas.
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Meet up for casual chess, great food and lots of fun. All ages and skill levels.
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!
Recurring · Next Tomorrow at 6:00 PM
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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!
Recurring · Next This Thursday at 6:00 PM
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!
Recurring · Next Oct 1st, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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...
Recurring · Next This Saturday at 12:00 PM
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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!
Recurring · Next This Tuesday at 6:00 PM
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!
Recurring · Next Today at 11:00 AM
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 Fr...
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The Knights Social offers the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and enjoy an evening full of chess!
Recurring · Next Tomorrow at 8:00 PM
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A one of a kind chess experience shaped though curated sound.
Experience Tampa Bay’s largest social chess club at our most immersive event yet. Frequencies Squared brings the energy of chess and music into the same...
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.
Recurring · Next Oct 17th, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Chess Clubs Nearby
12 listingsStart with clubs in Cocoa, FL, then use the nearby options that are an easy drive away.
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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
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...
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...
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...
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.&32; 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 enj...
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...
Chess Coaches Nearby
4 listingsBrowse coaches in Cocoa, FL first, then compare a few strong nearby options from the surrounding area.
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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...
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