San Diego Chess Resources

San Diego Chess Resources

This website is intended to gather information for chess players in the San Diego area. Content is getting added regularly, so stay tuned for more! There are a number of libraries in both the County of San Diego library system and the City of San Diego library system which host regular chess clubs. Some of them are intended for children (often held only during the school year), and many...
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Take Lessons

Take Lessons

If you are looking to improve your chess game, one option is to hire a coach to guide your studies. USCF Candidate Master Mario Amodeo offers chess coaching and instruction in San Diego County....
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Local Hangouts

Local Hangouts

There are a number of cafes and other spots around San Diego where chess players regularly congregate for some casual play. This is a list of the ones we’ve found so far. Please add...
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Chess Supplies

Chess Supplies

There are a few options for purchasing chess supplies around San Diego. Game Empire in Clairemont Mesa carries a fairly wide selection of gear, including clocks and sets. Those in North County can findĀ ...
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Local Links

Chess Meetup

Daily Puzzle

Chess Organizations

  • SCCF Southern California Chess Federation
  • USCF United States Chess Federation
  • FIDE World Chess Federation
  • CCLA Correspondence Chess League of America
  • ICCF International Correspondence Chess Federation