In-person chess class: come play and learn how to play chess, ages 12 and up, at the Stetson Branch.
SPORT Academy Chess Club is a class open to all levels, held at Stetson Branch Library, New Haven Free Public Library in New Haven, CT. It is free to attend. The class runs as a series of sessions. Schedule: Saturdays 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Check Stetson Branch Library, New Haven Free Public Library's site for the latest availability and booking.
Stetson Branch Library, New Haven Free Public Library, New Haven CT
Provider
Stetson Branch Library, New Haven Free Public Library
Booking
Available — see booking link
Upcoming Sessions
2026-09-26
2026-10-03
2026-10-17
2026-10-24
Sessions change — confirm dates with Stetson Branch Library, New Haven Free Public Library before booking.
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Last checked: Sep 22, 2026
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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Stetson Branch Library, New Haven Free Public Library before booking.
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Common Questions About Chess Classes & Clubs in New Haven
These are the questions people most often ask about chess classes & clubs in New Haven — answers apply city-wide, not just to this class.
Are chess classes and clubs in New Haven free?
The only class we list in New Haven is free to attend — there is nothing to pay.
What level do I need to be to join a chess club in New Haven?
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 New Haven?
No listing here is labelled private, so this covers all chess classes & clubs in New Haven. The only class we list in New Haven is free to attend — there is nothing to pay.
Where do adult chess players meet in New Haven?
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 New Haven?
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.