$0 club fees
Free for every player, completely funded by our donors, and county sponsors.
- Ages
- All ages 6+
- Dues
- FREE
- Sessions
- 1 / week
A better way
to play the game
A community-funded chess club for players of every age. Free coaching, weekly rated play, and a seat at the board for anyone who wants one.
A better
first move...
Find a group program that fits you
Every session is run by volunteer coaches. Boards, clocks and notation sheets are provided - just show up.
| Session | When |
|---|---|
| In-season practice | Every Tuesday 6-8pm |
- Learn from proven curriculum
- Play rated/paired games every week
- All ages are encouraged
*Our current club members hold ratings between 200-800 or compete within the following tournament groups:
- Novice A (U400)
- Novice B (U800)
- Reserve B (U1000)
...and a smarter
way to improve.
Start where you are
No rating, no problem. New players get a coach and a study plan on night one.
Play every week
Three club nights and a Saturday tournament, all inside one membership.
Review your games
Bring your scoresheet to Thursday analysis and go over it line by line.
Give back as a mentor
Members who teach juniors keep the club free for the next generation.
Club life,
made affordable
Discounted US Chess Membership (Youth)
Play official US Chess rated games, online or in person, for national and local events. (Annual membership)
For coaches
For volunteers
Like the best families, this club runs on people.
- Teach a weekly lesson
- Volunteer for club communications
- Set up/clean up boards and clocks
- Drive club members to a rated tournament
Supported by our neighbours
- Generous anonymous donors
- City of Howardwick
- Become a sponsor
