Where to Play

At Home

Pull out the 'ole chess set and play with your family and friends at your home. Your house usually means your rules.

In Public

Parks, beaches and coffee houses are a magnet for chess fans. Ask if they use "touch-move" or allow "take backs" prior to your game.

A Chess Club

A list of Illinois clubs to join can be found at IL-Chess.net/affiliates. Assume they use "touch move" and no "take backs" during play. Want more competition? Try tournaments.