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Chess is everywhere in Hampton Roads and the Southeast VA Region. Here are the local upcoming events and clubs we know about. The more you play, the faster you improve — and the bigger the community gets.
UPCOMING CHESS EVENTS
Beginners will receive a free lesson. Intermediate - Advanced can play casually.
Join us as we celebrate HRCC founder and HRCA Co-founder Ernie Schlich by celebrating two of his favorite things – educating and empowering the next generation of chess players and Quick Quads. All Ages Quick Quads (3RR Double G/20; d3), and Scholastic Swiss Tournament
Format: This event will be a 3-round Swiss, G/60 D10, Regular rated event. Round 1: 9:30am, Round 2: 12:30pm, Round 3: 3:00pm. Rounds may begin early if all participants are willing and present. USCF registration is mandatory to participate for prizes, and can be done on-site.
Youth and adults, join us for a tournament suitable for all ages and abilities in Virginia Beach! US Chess membership is required for Open, U800, and U400 sections. Open and U800 are open to all ages. The Novice and Rookie sections are Scholastic (PK-12) only -- no US Chess membership required for Rookie sections.
Free Entry, Food and Refreshments for All! PLEASE Pre-register for free to help with food planning. Blundercheck Chess Club’s Holiday Event will be Monday December 14, our final club meeting of the year. In lieu of our regular club challenge and weekly tournament, we will enjoy food, fun and a twisted holiday chess riot event format! Read more
Blundercheck Chess Club Presents: New Year’s Day Rating Ramp-Up and Casual Clash Tournaments Friday January 1, 2027, 10 AM – 4:30 PM Ivy Memorial Baptist Church / Blundercheck Chess Club 2200 Coliseum Drive, Hampton VA 23661 PRE REGISTER AT www.BlundercheckChessClub.com $10 Entry Fee Pre-register, $15 walk-ups on event day, $2 off for Blundercheck Members 5 Rounds Swiss… Read more
US Chess Grand Prix Points-40 A VCF Cup Event- VCF membership required for Virginia players. Join or renew at https://www.vachess.org US Chess Membership required for all sections. FIDE ID Required for Open Section. If you do not have one please fill out the the following form prior to tournament: https://forms.gle/fCCTis7WgtJEb2rv6 !!BOARDS AND PIECES PROVIDED, BUT PLEASE…
LOCAL CHESS CLUBS
Chess Master Tyson Brady is welcoming students and upper skilled players for tournaments. "I am currently on the search for new students, online or in-person are available. I created Chesapeake Chess Club in the hopes to reach out to anyone who is passionate and has a undying love for the game so I can help them reach the next level." There are no regular meetings at this time. Contact Tyson for information! I live in Chesapeake, Virginia so I am ready to travel to your house to work with you or your child if you are living in that area.
3229 MacDonald Road. Virginia Beach, Virginia
Rated Tournaments every Thursday evening, directed by Robbie Jackson
2520 George Washington Memorial Hwy, Hayes, VA
745 Little Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA
casual chess, USCF rated tournament chess, and occasional other activities.
745 Little Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Founded in February 2014, HRSCC is a full-service youth competitive chess program that includes ability group-based training from beginner to advanced, and tournament games every week. HRSCC has trained hundreds of kids in the foundations of chess, given them hands-on tournament experience, and provided all the guidance and support they need to take their game as far as they want to go – from being the best casual player on the block to becoming a National Master. Many of our HRSCC “graduates” are still playing competitively at an advanced level. This program is a full school-year program, running from September-June. We will accept mid-year enrollments at specific times.
12300 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA
Youth Chess Club focused on mentoring, meets at the mall food court Saturday evenings.
1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
Provides tournament practice in a fun environment. Players with high attendance receive chess bag, clock, chess pieces, chess board to prepare them for official chess tournaments. Practice like you will Perform. Make yourself ready for the real thing. This is the best way to take your chess skill to the next level.
411 Integrity Way, Virginia Beach VA
Play chess with members of the VA Beach Police Department! No experience required. Instruction provided! September 29 - December 13, 2026
515 Scotland St.
Casual chess every other Monday at Scotland Rd. Library in Williamsburg
If you run or attend a club in the Hampton Roads area, get in touch and we'll list it here. BenjaminBlundercheck@gmail.com
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