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National Master Chess Coaches in United States

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National Master Coaches

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Chess Clubs in United States

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Find local clubs and school chess programs in United States.

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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,...

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Atlanta Chess Club on Chess67

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Chess Club at ASU (aka Sun Devil Chess) welcomes chess players/enthusiasts of all skill levels and backgrounds. We are a club that is interested in promoting chess in Arizona as well as establishing a fun environment...

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We meet on Thursday nights from 6pm to 9pm. We have all skill levels and ages showing up.

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Aurora Chess Club is one of Colorado’s oldest and most established chess communities. The club hosts regular weekly meetups, tournaments, and open play sessions for players of all levels, from casual enthusiasts to co...

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2026 WKU Topper June on Chess67

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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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Brevard Chess Club on Chess67

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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...

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Social Chess Club in Spokane!

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My name is Essig Kemp. I am a Chess Coach and Tournament Director with Across the Board Chess. I have been teaching for approximately 15 years. I am affiliated with prominent youth organizations, such as Scouting Amer...

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Bmore Queenside on Chess67

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A weekly Wednesday evening meeting of adults wishing to play for fun

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♟️At AllStar Institute, we believe chess is more than just a game—it is a powerful tool for developing valuable life skills. ♟️We provide a supportive and encouraging environment where students grow not only as player...

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Almaden Chess Club is a chess non-profit dedicated to making the game accessible, engaging, and meaningful for players of all ages and skill levels. Join us to play, learn, compete, and connect with fellow chess enthu...

BC

The Chess Club at Berkeley is the best place to play the game of chess and any of its variants, or learn the game for the first time! We have no membership requirements, welcome players of all skill levels for casual...

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Drafted welcoming chess club description for local community The Belle Mead Chess Club is a welcoming place for players of every level to meet, play, and improve. Whether it's your first game or your thousandth, you'l...

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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...

Upcoming Tournaments

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Rated and unrated tournaments in United States.

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Tomorrow at 10:00 AM
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Organizer: Los Altos Scholastic Chess Club Location: Los Altos Library, Orchard Room, 13 S San Antonio Rd, Los Altos, CA 94022 Open to: K-12 students Check-in: 10:00 to 10:15 AM Round 1: 10:25 AM Awards: around 1:50 P...

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This Sunday at 1:00 PM
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About This Tournament 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...

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This Sunday at 10:45 AM
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Sunday | Nov 1st | 10:45AM - 3PM Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA 99352 ⏱️ Why Play This Event? Join us to connect with the Tri-Cities chess community and enjoy friendly competition, hosted by Ji...

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Tournament
This Sunday at 2:00 PM
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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 G5 o...

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This Monday at 7:00 PM
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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 =...

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This Monday at 6:30 PM
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Join Chess Castle of Minnesota for its weekly Monday Action Quads! Format: 3-round US Chess-rated round robin quads, with players grouped by rating. Time control: G/25+10. First round: 6:30 PM. Remaining rounds begin...

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This Monday at 7:30 PM
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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 Eligibility...

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This Monday at 6:45 PM
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Mondays at Turtle Bay is Downriver Chess Club of New Orleans’ weekly USCF-rated club night, held at Turtle Bay, 1119 Decatur St in New Orleans. Registration begins at 6:45 PM and the first round starts at 7:00 PM. The...

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Tournament
This Tuesday at 7:30 PM
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Rated Game Every Tuesday Free for Chess Zone Members Time Control: G/60+5 Games Start @ 7:30, USCF Membership Required Please register in advance to guarantee your spot. When registering, choose “Rated Game of the Wee...

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Tournament
This Wednesday at 6:00 PM
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FIT Weekly Meetings on Chess67

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Tournament
This Thursday at 6:45 PM
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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 spli...

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Tournament
This Thursday at 6:30 PM
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Chess Castle of Minnesota's Thursday Knighter is a monthly US Chess-rated Swiss tournament featuring one round every Thursday evening. Format: 5-round Swiss. Time control: G/90+30. Round dates: October 1, 8, 15, 22, a...

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Tournament
This Thursday at 6:00 PM
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Join us each Thursday for some Casual Chess or to play in the Superior Grand Prix Seasonal USCF-Rated Chess Tournament! Casual chess is always FREE! Come to learn or play with family and friends in a fun atmosphe...

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Tournament
This Thursday at 6:40 PM
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Annual Turkey Quads - one game per week for 3 weeks. G/90, d5. Entry Fee: Please pay TD Korsmo at the Club in cash. $20. Prizes: TBD. Stay tuned. TD: Kevin Korsmo. Please pre-register via email: Please bring a tournam...

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The Menlo Park Chess Club will hold our fifth annual club championship beginning Thursday, November 5th, at 7pm, a five-round USCF-rated Swiss system event using the dual-rated G/45;d5 time control over five weeks (th...

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Tournament
Nov 6th, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Time Control: 3RR G/30;d5 - USCF rated; most current unofficial ratings used at TD discretion. New or first time players must obtain a USCF membership. We will have up to 10 quads (four player sections closest in rati...

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Tournament
Nov 7th, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Join us for a US Chess-rated, 4-round tournament at Legacy Plaza in Newton, Iowa! Location: Legacy Plaza — Building 1, 4th Floor Parking: Please park in the east parking lot, then proceed to Building 1, 4th Floor. ++G...

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Tournament
Nov 7th, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Marietta Stonehaven Scholastic Chess Tournament The Marietta Stonehaven Chess Club hosts regular USCF-rated scholastic tournaments open to all students in grades K-12. Tournament Format 3-round Swiss Time control: G/2...

Upcoming Events

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Club nights, camps, and workshops in United States.

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Tomorrow at 12:00 PM
Tomorrow

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 availa...

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CM
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Tomorrow at 11:00 AM
Tomorrow

Join us to play some chess and get to know new people!

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TL
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Tomorrow at 12:00 PM
Tomorrow

Casual Chess. All ages and skill levels welcome.

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Club meeting on Chess67

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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.

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Tomorrow at 8:00 PM
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Our Halloween Event!! - Come in a costume

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emory chess club on Chess67

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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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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...

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WOLF CREEK LIBRARY (near Camp Creek in Fulton County): Every Monday, 5:00-7:00PM, with Coach Lenwood. Contact Coach Rodney at 770-560-1071.

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Weekly Chess Club Meeting on Chess67

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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!

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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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NORTHEAST SPRUILL OAKS LIBRARY: Every Monday, 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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VCU Monday club meeting on Chess67

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Weekly Club Meeting on Chess67

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Club meeting on Chess67

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TK
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The Knights Social offers the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and enjoy an evening full of chess!

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US Chess players in United States

US Chess rating list · October 1, 2026

82,596
USCF-rated players
847
Median rating
2850
Top rating
Top rated players in United States
  1. 1Caruana, Fabiano2850
  2. 2Nakamura, Hikaru2846
  3. 3So, Wesley2843
  4. 4Aronian, Levon2796
  5. 5Dominguez Perez, Leinier2783

18 upcoming USCF-rated tournaments across United States. Next up: Tri-Cities Dual Rated Tournament G30;d5 on November 1, 2026 in Richland, WA.

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Chess history

New York is home to historic clubs and public park chess. Saint Louis hosts major tournaments at the Saint Louis Chess Club and exhibitions at the World Chess Hall of Fame. California, Texas, and other states have their own clubs, school programs, and tournament calendars. Choose a state or city to find places to play near you.

  • US Chess (the U.S. Chess Federation) governs rated play, from local Swiss events up to the U.S. Championship.
  • Check the Saint Louis Chess Club for major tournaments and local classes.
  • Choose a state or city to find local clubs and events.
Players and organizations

Bobby Fischer

World champion and the most famous American chess figure in modern history.

Fabiano Caruana

American grandmaster and former world championship challenger.

Hikaru Nakamura

American grandmaster, tournament player, and chess streamer.

Coaches with chess titles

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AC

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,...

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