“Chess is the gymnasium of the mind.”

Blaise Pascal



Rochester Chess at RCTC on Tuesday and the Farmers’ Market on Saturday.

Rochester Chess will be holding an unrated blitz (5 min/2 s increment) chess tournament on Tuesday, July 16 at RCTC in Room EA 103. Registration will be from 6:30 – 6:45 PM. Games begin at 6:50. Casual chess will be available to those players who desire a more relaxed pace.Read More…

MSCA Scholastic Chess Series – First Tournament 7/13, Second Tournament 8/3

Please read this message from Andrew Titus about a great opportunity for scholastic chess players. I am hoping we can bring a contingent from Rochester to participate.  Hey everyone,   The Minnesota State Chess Association is organizing a monthly scholastic tournament at the Chess Castle of Minnesota (1121 NE JacksonRead More…

Casual Chess, Game Analysis, and Tactics Training Tonight!

Rochester Chess will feature casual chess, game analysis, and tactics training tonight 6:30 – 9:30 PM at RCTC. There will be something for everyone!