Chess Clubs & Organizations Directory

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Control The Center Chess Club

Stow, OH, OH, US

Official US Chess Federation Affiliate. Hosting premium weekly over-the-board tournaments, casual club nights, and community events under the Control The Center brand.

Active verified on 2026-07

US Chess Federation (US Chess)

St. Louis, MO, MO, US

The official national governing body. Manages the rating database, titles, championships, and U.S. FIDE representation.

Active verified on 2026-05

Continental Chess Association

New York, NY, US

The premier tournament organizer in the U.S. Runs large-scale tournaments nationwide.

Active verified on 2026-05

US Chess Trust

St. Louis, MO, MO, US

A 501(c)(3) non-profit supporting chess in schools, communities, veterans' programs, and historical archives.

Active verified on 2026-05

National Scholastic Chess Foundation

White Plains, NY, NY, US

Focuses on scholastic instruction, educator training, and junior events.

Active verified on 2026-05

Kasparov Chess Foundation

New York, NY, NY, US

Promotes educational chess curricula and coordinates training for elite juniors.

Active verified on 2026-05

Chess in the Schools

New York, NY, NY, US

Educational organization targeting under-resourced public schools in NYC.

Active verified on 2026-05

Saint Louis Chess Club

St. Louis, MO, MO, US

World-class playing venue, home to U.S. Championships and the Grand Chess Tour.

Active verified on 2026-05

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