Find Your People.
Make Your Move.
First moves, fresh challenges, and friendships across the board. Discover your place in Hampton Roads chess—from beginner classes to clubs, camps, and competition.
Classes. Clubs. Competition. Community.
Explore the programs below to find
the right fit for your age, experience, and interests.
Beginner-Level Classes
Absolute Beginner • Beginner
Advanced Beginner • Pre-Competitive
Guppies
A welcoming introduction to chess designed for HRCA’s youngest players, ages 4–6.
Seahorses
Learn the fundamentals of chess through age-appropriate instruction and play, ages 7–13.
Minnows
Know some basics? Build confidence with chess rules, basic strategies, and guided practice.
Homeschool Chess
Beginner-friendly chess instruction for homeschool students on Friday mornings.
Kempsville Recreation Center
Learn chess fundamentals in an engaging community-based class. Ages 6–adult.
Princess Anne Recreation Center
Learn chess fundamentals in an engaging community-based class. Ages 6–adult.
Intermediate-Level Classes & Clubs
Unrated with some tournament experience
Novice: Rated under 300 or 300–499 • Experienced: Rated 500–899
Hampton Roads Scholastic Chess Club (HRSCC)
Build skills, confidence, and friendships through weekly chess instruction and competitive rated play. HRSCC features multiple levels to serve our students as they grow in their chess journeys.
Homeschool Chess
Strategy, tactics, and structured play for experienced homeschool chess students.
Kempsville Intermediate Chess
Build on the basics with instruction in tactics, strategy, and practical play. Explore new topics each session.
Princess Anne Intermediate Chess
Build on the basics with instruction in tactics, strategy, and practical play. Explore new topics each session.
Advanced-Level Classes
Advanced Scholastic: Rated 900+ • Advanced Players
Advanced Scholastic Chess
HRSCC’s highest levels of instruction, rated competition, and tournament preparation for scholastic students.
Masters Class
Advanced study and challenging play for experienced and highly motivated players, taught by a National Master. Open to advanced rated youth and adults.
Casual & Rated Play Clubs
Tuesday-night chess for adults and teens 14+ · Open Play
Camps & Workshops
Build skills, explore new challenges, and enjoy more chess.
Unsure of Placement?
Not sure which class or club is the best fit? Contact HRCA and tell us about the player’s age, chess experience, and current rating, if applicable. We will help you find the right place to begin.
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