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Long Live the King!-Chess Club

Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library (Memphis Public Libraries) · Midtown, Memphis

Free chess tutorials for all ages. Beginners are invited to learn to play, and experienced players are welcome to challenge each other to friendly matches of strategy and tactics. Meets in the main lobby behind the escalators.

Long Live the King!-Chess Club is a class open to all levels, held at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library (Memphis Public Libraries) in Memphis, TN. It is free to attend. The class runs weekly. Schedule: Weekly Tuesday, 6:00pm-7:30pm; next session Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Check Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library (Memphis Public Libraries)'s site for the latest availability and booking.

PriceFree (Free)

Duration1h 30m

ScheduleWeekly Tuesday, 6:00pm-7:30pm; next session Tuesday, September 22, 2026

MaterialsNot included — see price note

Best forBeginners learning chess plus adults who want friendly rated play

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Activity	Chess Classes & Clubs
Class	Long Live the King!-Chess Club
Level	All levels
Duration	1h 30m
Price	Free (Free)
Frequency	Weekly
Schedule	Weekly Tuesday, 6:00pm-7:30pm; next session Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Location	Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library (Memphis Public Libraries), Memphis TN
Provider	Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library (Memphis Public Libraries)
Booking	Available — see booking link

Upcoming Sessions

2026-09-22

Sessions change — confirm dates with Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library (Memphis Public Libraries) before booking.

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Last checked: Sep 21, 2026

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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library (Memphis Public Libraries) before booking.

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Are chess classes and clubs in Memphis free?

All 2 of the chess classes & clubs in Memphis are free to attend — there is nothing to pay.

What level do I need to be to join a chess club in Memphis?

Knowing how the pieces move is the only requirement for club play, and hosts will happily teach the rules to a complete beginner. Venues supply boards.

How much do private chess lessons cost in Memphis?

No listing here is labelled private, so this covers all chess classes & clubs in Memphis. All 2 of the chess classes & clubs in Memphis are free to attend — there is nothing to pay.

Where do adult chess players meet in Memphis?

Libraries, community centres and chess cafés are the usual venues, and most cities have at least one club night a week, often in the evening. Each listing names the venue and the night.

Can I play rated tournaments after taking classes in Memphis?

Yes, and you don't need a class first. Most city clubs host rated events, and a national federation membership (about $50 a year) is all you need to enter — the rating system exists so you're paired with someone your own strength.