Southwest Chess

Currently, the AAA Chess School boasts over three hundred dedicated students engaged in after-school programs and club activities. In addition to national recognition, the school has earned honor and prestige on the international stage, with students winning national championships while representing their respective clubs.

Chess is not just a game, but a healthy state-of-mind acquired through rigorous training and discipline. Since 1998, ACA has been at the fore-front to revolutionize the way chess is taught, to help both boys and girls win at their games as well as their lives.

Led from the front by coaches with impeccable career records, our students have competed in state, national and international tournaments. Our impressive record of student champions reflect our commitment to take chess training to the next level, helping our students to be game-changers and hence life-changers.

BayAreaChess offers:

After School Classes at 100 different schools, and after school centers

Weekend Clubs at 4 different locations and times to fit your schedule

Seasonal Camps during fall, winter, spring and summer times at many different locations around the bay area, full or half day schedule;

Team training classes to bring the talents to the next level;

Tournaments for first time players, scholastic players, and regular and adult players;

The 2018 Chess Club of the Year by United States Chess Federation.

The Berkeley Chess School’s chess programs are designed for beginning, intermediate and advanced students of all ages. They provide a rigorous training in chess while making the process fun, with skilled and engaging instructors and an eye toward personal growth. The Berkeley Chess School offers chess instruction to K-12 students in over 150 schools throughout the Bay Area. We offer after school classes as well as chess in the classroom during the school day.

ChessPalace is your one-stop shop for all your chess needs. We host chess tournaments, provide chess lessons, and sell chess sets, books, and accessories. Operating for over 30 years, the chess club has organized over 3000 rated games for the Southern California community.

The Clovis Chess Club invites players of all skill levels to join us, free of charge. We gather every Thursday from 5PM to 9:30PM at the Carl's Jr. on Shaw/Willow in Clovis, CA. It's a wonderful opportunity to hone your skills, enjoy competitive games, and connect with fellow players. We provide all the boards, so all you need to bring is your love for the game. Hope to see you there!

Shoreview Chess provides service by Group Classes, Tournaments, Private Lessons, Chess Camps, and Workshop. The chess programs are designed for Beginner, Intermediate and Advance students.

Sosnick Chess is an organization that was founded in memory of Stephen Sosnick, a passionate chess player and professor at UC Davis. We host an annual weekend tournament that offers a variety of events, including lectures by a Grandmaster, simultaneous play, and multiple tournament options.

The West Valley Chess Club meets 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Thursdays in Shomrei Torah Synagogue in Hirsch Hall, 7353 Valley Circle Blvd. Continuous rated tournaments, blitz, casual play, handicap accessible. One of the largest local clubs.