“Chess is the gymnasium of the mind.”

Blaise Pascal



LEARN AND PLAY CHESS AT THE FARMERS MARKET. FREE EVENT ON SATURDAY, JULY 1!

Rochester Chess will host a free chess exhibit at the Farmers Market on the fairgrounds (Rochester Farmers Markets) on Saturday, July 1, 9 AM – noon. Children and adults are invited to play chess games and receive instruction from our team of experienced chess coaches. Chess sets will be provided.Read More…

SUMMER CLASSIC CHESS CONTINUES ON TUESDAY, JUNE 27. GAMES BEGIN AT 6:45 PM OR EARLIER IF OPPONENTS AGREE.

2023 ROCHESTER OPEN: THIRD EARLY DISCOUNT DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS MIDNIGHT SATURDAY, JUNE 24.

The 2023 Rochester Open promises to be even more exciting than the 2022 edition! More than 120 have registered so far, including 13 Masters in the Open Section. $3000+ in prizes will be awarded to the winners. The entry fee is $70 until midnight June 24, after which it willRead More…