“Chess is the gymnasium of the mind.”

Blaise Pascal



ROUND 2 PAIRINGS OF THE FALL CLASSICAL MINI SWISSES.

Round 2 pairings of the classical Fall mini swisses are below. Games start at 6:30 PM (G/60;d30). If you are paired but cannot make it to your game, please inform me as soon as possible. Round 6 of the classical quads will be played on September 5. Rescheduled games canRead More…

LEARN AND PLAY CHESS AT THE FARMERS MARKET ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 9 AM – NOON.

Rochester Chess will host a free chess exhibit at the Farmers Market on the Olmsted County fairgrounds (Rochester Farmers Markets) on Saturday, September 2, 9 AM – noon. Children and adults are invited to play chess games and receive instruction from our team of experienced chess coaches. Chess sets willRead More…

Minnesota Class Championships Are Coming to Rochester on November 11-12, 2023!

For the first time ever, the Minnesota Class Championships will be played outside of the Twin Cities. Rochester Chess is partnering with the Minnesota State Chess Association to host the event in the Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester. Compete with your peers and vie for theRead More…