US Chess Center
Sundays Are For Teens

The Sharks
Eligible players may join any week

The Sharks are our members in K-12 who have national ratings of 1600 or better. Sharks play Sunday afternoons with the teens and receive special lessons from the Center's Director, Mr. Mehler, and his friends. They will represent the Center in competitions with players from out of the area and are expected to compete in various national championship events.

Chess for Teens

All levels of high school, junior high and middle school students are welcome for fun Sunday afternoons of playing and learning chess! Mr. Dan Maxwell has many new lessons and new problems to solve. Teens are welcome from 1:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Why should you come to Chess for Teens? You can...

  • Meet old friends
  • Make new friends
  • Play competitive games
  • Play blitz
  • Learn strategy
  • Organize trips to national championship tournaments
  • Plan special public exhibitions

Teen Chess returns September 12.

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