Club Classes

Take a look at our upcoming schedule for club classes. Members can signup in the Membership Portal. More information on classes can be found in the event page or in our Education FAQ.

December Holiday Closures

Thank you to all our members for keeping the club active. We will be closed during December 22nd – 25th and December 29th – 31st. Make sure to bring a chess set with you to holiday gatherings. This is a good opportunity to challenge your family and friends to a game.

Event Series Winter Beginner 101 Junior

Winter Beginner 101 – Junior Section

The Pittsburgh Chess Club 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA

Our Beginner class will provide the student with a better idea of what to aim for when they play. Basic goals, fundamental concepts, simple tactics and techniques are the focus. Carefully selected positions are introduced, and students are prompted to work through the tactics in class. Our beginner classes are free for members who are …

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Free

Winter Advanced Beginner 108 Lessons – Junior Section

The Pittsburgh Chess Club 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA

Solving short problems, improving endgame skills, ability to visualize ahead, and analyze positions. Discussion of strategic principles and an introduction to commonly played openings along with the ideas behind them are the main topics in this class. Carefully selected positions are introduced, and students are prompted to work through the tactics in class. Our advanced …

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Free
Event Series Winter Beginner 101 General

Winter Beginner 101 – General Section

The Pittsburgh Chess Club 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA

Our Beginner class will provide the student with a better idea of what to aim for when they play. Basic goals, fundamental concepts, simple tactics and techniques are the focus. Carefully selected positions are introduced, and students are prompted to work through the tactics in class. Our beginner classes are free for members who are …

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Free

Winter Advanced Beginner 108 Lessons – General Section

The Pittsburgh Chess Club 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA

Solving short problems, improving endgame skills, ability to visualize ahead, and analyze positions. Discussion of strategic principles and an introduction to commonly played openings along with the ideas behind them are the main topics in this class. Carefully selected positions are introduced, and students are prompted to work through the tactics in class. Our advanced …

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Free

Chess Week

In 2018, the Allegheny County Council declared October 1-8 Chess Week. The designation of Chess Week not only recognizes the important role of chess education in our community, but it also recognizes the efforts from our local chess clubs, leagues, and coaches. This week should aim to improve friendly harmony among everyone in our community, …

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National Chess Day

National Chess Day is recognized on the second Saturday of October, giving us a great opportunity each year to give special recognition to a game that generates challenge, intellectual stimulation and enjoyment for citizens of all ages.

Chess Week

In 2018, the Allegheny County Council declared October 1-8 Chess Week. The designation of Chess Week not only recognizes the important role of chess education in our community, but it also recognizes the efforts from our local chess clubs, leagues, and coaches. This week should aim to improve friendly harmony among everyone in our community, …

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Chess Week

In 2018, the Allegheny County Council declared October 1-8 Chess Week. The designation of Chess Week not only recognizes the important role of chess education in our community, but it also recognizes the efforts from our local chess clubs, leagues, and coaches. This week should aim to improve friendly harmony among everyone in our community, …

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Chess Week

In 2018, the Allegheny County Council declared October 1-8 Chess Week. The designation of Chess Week not only recognizes the important role of chess education in our community, but it also recognizes the efforts from our local chess clubs, leagues, and coaches. This week should aim to improve friendly harmony among everyone in our community, …

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Chess Week

In 2018, the Allegheny County Council declared October 1-8 Chess Week. The designation of Chess Week not only recognizes the important role of chess education in our community, but it also recognizes the efforts from our local chess clubs, leagues, and coaches. This week should aim to improve friendly harmony among everyone in our community, …

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