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Rose City Chess: Classes & Private Lessons

Rose City Chess

A Portland-based USCF program offering classes, lectures, private lessons and camps. Beginners are welcome and no club membership is required to join a class.

Rose City Chess: Classes & Private Lessons is a class open to all levels, held at Rose City Chess in Portland, OR. The price is not publicly listed. The class runs weekly. Schedule: Classes and lessons through the week. Check Rose City Chess's site for the latest availability and booking.

PricePrice on request (See the club's site for pricing)
ScheduleClasses and lessons through the week
MaterialsIncluded
Best forClasses, lectures and private lessons
Book this class on Rose City Chess's site

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ActivityChess Classes & Clubs
ClassRose City Chess: Classes & Private Lessons
LevelAll levels
PricePrice on request (See the club's site for pricing)
FrequencyWeekly
ScheduleClasses and lessons through the week
LocationRose City Chess, Portland OR
ProviderRose City Chess
BookingAvailable — see booking link

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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Rose City Chess before booking.

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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?

Yes — the Casual Chess Club at Multnomah County's Northwest Library is free on Wednesdays (3–6 pm), and the PDX Adult Learners Chess Group at BlueMoon is free on Wednesdays (7–9 pm). The Portland Chess Club charges a small visit fee.

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

None. Every club in Portland explicitly welcomes beginners; the Northwest Library host teaches anyone of any ability, and the adult learners group is built for people who are still learning.

How much do private chess lessons cost in Portland?

PCC Community Ed's 1-on-1 package runs $479 for 10 sessions of 50 minutes. Rose City Chess and private coaches set their own rates; expect $30–$60 per hour.

Where do adult chess players meet in Portland?

BlueMoon in NW Portland (Wednesdays, adult learners), the Northwest Library (Wednesdays), the Portland Chess Club on club nights, and Rose City Chess classes through the week.

Can I play rated tournaments after taking classes in Portland?

Yes — the Portland Chess Club hosts US Chess rated games on club nights, and Rose City Chess runs rated events. A US Chess Federation membership is all you need to start.