Individual Chess Lessons at Village Chess @ SoHo

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.