A free, casual club at Multnomah County's Northwest Library. The host has played for 24 years and is happy to teach anyone of any ability; there are chess clocks for blitz games and annotated grandmaster games to study.
Casual Chess Club at Northwest Library is a class open to all levels, held at Multnomah County Library — Northwest Library in Portland, OR. It is free to attend. The class runs weekly. Schedule: Wednesdays 3–6 pm. Check Multnomah County Library — Northwest Library's site for the latest availability and booking.
Multnomah County Library — Northwest Library, Portland OR
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Multnomah County Library — Northwest Library
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Common Questions About Chess Classes & Clubs in Portland
These are the questions people most often ask about chess classes & clubs in Portland — answers apply city-wide, not just to this class.
Are chess classes and clubs in Portland free?
The only class we list in Portland is free to attend — there is nothing to pay.
What level do I need to be to join a chess club in Portland?
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 Portland?
No listing here is labelled private, so this covers all chess classes & clubs in Portland. The only class we list in Portland is free to attend — there is nothing to pay.
Where do adult chess players meet in Portland?
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 Portland?
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.