Age group

Handicap accessible

Internet Access

Welcome to the Manasota Chess Center, located in the Crossings at Siesta Key mall in Sarasota! Our center is the only active US Chess Federation affiliate in the Sarasota metro area and one of only fifteen US Chess Federation Gold level affiliates nationwide. Since June, 2021, we have been providing the local chess community with a diverse selection of chess programs and services, including in-person casual chess games, competitive monthly USCF-rated tournaments, weekly chess ladder, chess study groups, private and group lessons, and scholastic coaching options.

Our unique dedicated location and our experienced USCF certified coaches, including FIDE Grandmasters, have allowed us to serve the Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, and DeSoto counties chess community with a safe and permanent building. With more than 100 members, the Manasota Chess Center continues to grow and welcomes new players to join us.

Chess

Inexpensive

Students learn how to move the chess pieces, as well as the rules of chess.

Onsite Intro to Chess Class

The Manasota Chess Center offers onsite private lessons for beginner and intermediate players, which are taught by our team of US Chess Federation certified coaches. We base our teaching off the best-in-class chess curriculum - Chess Kids - which is further bolstered by our coaches' experience and knowledge in order to cater to your specific needs. Classes are typically taught at the Manasota Chess Center.



Onsite Private Lesson

Coed

Kids

Tweens

Manasota Chess Center

Carlos  G

I recommend the Manasota Chess Center to anyone looking to improve their game or just play for fun. Finally a venue for chess in Southwest fl!


Rocco F

Manasota Chess Center is located in Sarasota, Florida and offers a central place to learn chess through experienced coaches, compete in rated tournaments or casual games, and connect with other chess enthusiasts.  Whether you are in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte or Pinellas counties, this is the place to go for chess.  The Center offers an attractive venue to play chess, with a dedicated building suite at the Crossings at Siesta Key mall.
