DC Chess Clubs

One of the oldest chess clubs in DC, established in 1975 as a team in the DC Chess League

Chess Club meet up is a weekly class for beginners and all levels

Come join us for an evening of chess with U.S. National Chess Master David Bennett.

Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library

Building the confidence of Girls 

using Chess as a tool. Elevating a

 community of possibility thinkers.

Our mission is to give all students access to rated chess tournaments in Washington, DC.  DC Scholastic Chess partners with the Institute for Educational Leadership, U.S. Chess Center, Capital Area Chess, US Chess Federation, Ben's Chili Bowl Education Foundation, Chess.com and ICC. Chess Girls DC 501c3 Nonprofit Organization.

The D.C. Chess League pits D.C. metropolitan chess teams against each other all throughout the year. The League is usually divided into three sections: Open, Amateur, and Reserve. There are two seasons per year: Summer and Winter

Chess on Tap is Washington, DC's premiere social chess club.  If you're looking for a casual game of chess in a fun atmosphere, this group is for you!  Members range from beginner to expert level, and games are played both with and without time controls.  Whether you're an experienced speed chess player or you're just learning to play, you'll be able to find a good match and advice on how to improve your game.

DMV Chess provides chess opportunities to children and adults alike.

DMV Chess was originally founded to provide more in-person tournaments to the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area. Now most of our events are online. Our activities include tournaments, camps, courses, lectures, and private lessons (all online). We have events that cater to all types of chess players, including children and adults of any age or rating. As of 2021 we’ve had over 5000 players compete in our online tournaments, including players from all over the US and overseas!

DCSCF strives to make the game of chess accessible for all in DC

What's the purpose of the group? The purpose of this group is to host USCF rated chess tournaments in the Washington DC Metropolitan area that award cash prizes and trophies.

Who should join? The serious scholastic or adult chess player who is interested in playing USCF rated chess tournaments for cash prizes and trophies.

What will you do at your events? Play USCF (United States Chess Federation) rated games for cash prizes and trophies.

Thousands of elementary and middle school students have learned chess in our after school clubs and summer camps in DC since our very first club in the city in 2011. We've worked with public, private, and charter schools in Wards 2, 3, 5, and 6, but we'd be happy to do more!  Some students have won District championships but most of our students are new to chess and looking to learn a fun new game. 

The MLK Chess Club welcomes chess players of all ages and skill levels! We meet the second Saturday of every month to play chess and learn basic techniques of the game.

Players can play games ranging from ten-minute blitz to one-hour games or extended games that last a few sessions. Games will not be officially ranked. Brief one-on-one coaching for people who desire it can be offered by library staff while games are in progress. And we will occasionally hold a chess tournament where players can compete!

The U.S. Chess Center promotes self-confidence, social skills, and academic success for all.

The U.S. Chess Center’s teaching methods are fun and effective. Our nationally certified chess teachers help students become creative, enjoy learning, and pursue their passions. We emphasize problem-solving over memorization; as our students learn to think independently, they achieve success and develop well-earned senses of accomplishment.

The US Chess Federation (US Chess) is the official governing body and nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization for chess players and chess supporters in the United States. Our mission is to empower people, enrich lives, and enhance communities through chess. Our vision is that chess is recognized as an essential tool that is inclusive, benefits education and rehabilitation, and promotes recreation and friendly competition.

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) is the governing body of the sport of chess, and it regulates all international chess competitions. Constituted as a non-governmental institution, it was recognized by the International Olympic Committee as a Global Sporting Organization in 1999.