A weekly Staten Island club combining guided instruction from a professional chess instructor with open play, at four Wednesday sessions a month. Boards and pieces are provided and snacks and drinks are included; new participants can join at any time.
Canvas Chess Club is a class open to all levels, held at Canvas Institute Chess Club in New York City, NY. It costs $50 ($50 per month (price negotiable; more affordable family rates available)). The class runs weekly. Schedule: Wednesdays 4-6pm. Check Canvas Institute Chess Club's site for the latest availability and booking.
Price$50($50 per month (price negotiable; more affordable family rates available))
Duration2 hours
ScheduleWednesdays 4-6pm
MaterialsIncluded
Best forAll skill levels, complete beginners welcome
$50 ($50 per month (price negotiable; more affordable family rates available))
Frequency
Weekly
Schedule
Wednesdays 4-6pm
Location
Canvas Institute Chess Club, New York City NY
Provider
Canvas Institute Chess Club
Booking
Available — see booking link
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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Canvas Institute Chess Club before booking.
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Common Questions About Chess Classes & Clubs in New York City
These are the questions people most often ask about chess classes & clubs in New York City — answers apply city-wide, not just to this class.
Are chess classes and clubs in New York City free?
Of the 6 chess classes & clubs in New York City with a published price, the typical (median) starting price is $52.50, ranging from $25 to $540.36. These are the venues' own listed rates, not estimates, and each listing says what the price covers.
What level do I need to be to join a chess club in New York City?
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 York City?
Of the 3 private chess classes & clubs in New York City with a published price, the typical (median) starting price is $55, ranging from $40 to $100. These are the venues' own listed rates, not estimates, and each listing says what the price covers.
Where do adult chess players meet in New York City?
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 York City?
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.