Welcome to the DC Chess Association

The DC Chess Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting chess in Washington, DC. The DC Chess Association is the official Washington DC state affiliate of the US Chess Federation.

Membership in the DC Chess Association is open to all. Become a member of the DCCA and support chess in Washington, DC, participate in state title events, and help shape the future of DC chess. Here are Paypal links for membership as an Adult, Youth (under 18),Senior (over 65), and Life member. (In the Notes, please include your USCF ID and your date of birth.) New members will receive a DCCA tote bag or DCCA coffee mug.

Look at the listing of DC Chess Clubs.

For rated tournaments in Washinton, DC, check out the listing here.

US Chess Sales offers a comprehensive selection of sets, clock, books, computers and more. All purchases benefit the US Chess Federation.

Several chess clubs, including the US Chess Center and ChessGirlsDC, offer classes.  Also look at our featured listings above for IM Oladapo Adu, NM David Bennett, and FIDE Master ZIko Djuric.

Yes. The DC Chess Association is a registered non-profit organization. Your contribution will support chess classes at Washington DC schools and libraries, scholastic chess tournaments, our Girls and Women in Chess activities, and the continued success of the DC Chess Association.  Donate here.