Chess A2Z October Webinar with National Master Austin Tang "Opening Lecture: Fighting Against Black’s Pirc & Modern Defenses"
Date & Time: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 7–8PM (PDT)
Location: Zoom (link will be emailed to registrants on the day of the event)
About the Seminar
Learn how to play confidently against the Pirc & Modern Defenses. This webinar will cover common move orders, transposition, and White’s main attacking plans. Students will also learn how to respond when Black challenges the center and typical tactical themes in this opening.
2025 WIZARD’S CHESS TOURNAMENT (Copy)
TO REGISTER: On-line at http://www.southsidechess.com/tournaments.html.
FREE USCF MEMBERSHIP!!! (For new members and annual renewals, a $24 value).
ALL GAMES USCF RATED!
AWARDS FOR BEST COSTUMES! (Besides our generous chess awards).
Also, all players receive a Halloween gift bag! Lots of trophies & money prizes!
Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier
Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.
Chess A2Z November Open 2026
Chess A2Z will provide a fun and competitive day of over-the-board play in a supportive environment. It’s a great opportunity to challenge yourself, gain experience, and connect with the chess community. All players are welcome, with free entry for girls and low-income families. Note the new format for the Open section.
Puddletown 2026 November Tournament
Free Pizza for all players, free entry for girls, non-binary, low-income, neurodiverse scholastic players
For registration and more details go to
Eugene’s Bethel Quads
The Bethel Sunday Chess Quads are a community chess event that has been going on for over 10 years in Eugene! The Quads are USCF rated and only $10 to enter. Come join us for the next one.
Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier
Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.
Master's Camp with GM Aryan Tari: Rose City Chess
This Fall Break from November 23rd-25th, Rose City Chess will be hosting a Master’s Camp led by GM Aryan Tari!
Rose City Chess Master’s Camp is a high-performance training experience for players rated USCF 1200+. Designed for serious competitors, this camp delivers structured, intensive instruction aimed at accelerating your path toward expert and master-level play. This coming camp, we will be joined by GM Aryan Tari, two time Norwegian Champion and World Junior Chess Champion winner.
Fall Classic Chess Tournament: Rose City Chess
Join us this November for our annual Fall Chess Tournament! Beginner Friendly and open to all ages.
2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier
Free USCF membership to new and renewing scholastic players!
Rose City Chess is doubling down on removing all barriers to girls’ chess. Starting this June, we are offering Free Registration for ALL girls! Female and non-binary players may use the code CHESSQUEEN at checkout.
In-Person Event only
2026 Oregon Scholastic Premier Open
December 4-6, 2026, presented by Chess A2Z
Twelve of Oregon’s top junior players will gather December 4-6 to compete in two of the highest-level scholastic tournaments in Oregon: the Oregon Junior Closed Championship and the Oregon Junior Closed Challenger.
Want to compete alongside them and have a chance to watch some of Oregon’s strongest juniors in action between your own rounds? Join us for the 2026 Oregon Scholastic Premier Open, presented by Chess A2Z, held at the same playing room.
This will be a five-round tournament with a classical long time control of G/90; +30, which is the same time control used for the Oregon Junior Closed.
Puddletown 2026 December Tournament
Free Pizza for all players, free entry for girls, non-binary, low-income, neurodiverse scholastic players
For registration and more details go to
Chess A2Z December Open 2026
Chess A2Z will provide a fun and competitive day of over-the-board play in a supportive environment. It’s a great opportunity to challenge yourself, gain experience, and connect with the chess community. All players are welcome, with free entry for girls and low-income families. Note the new format for the Open section.
Holiday Chess Tournament: Rose City Chess
Rose City Chess is rounding out the year with one more tournament before 2027 begins. Come celebrate the holiday season with us!
Eugene’s Bethel Quads
The Bethel Sunday Chess Quads are a community chess event that has been going on for over 10 years in Eugene! The Quads are USCF rated and only $10 to enter. Come join us for the next one.
Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier
Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.
Eugene’s Bethel Quads
The Bethel Sunday Chess Quads are a community chess event that has been going on for over 10 years in Eugene! The Quads are USCF rated and only $10 to enter. Come join us for the next one.
Puddletown 2026 October Tournament
Free Pizza for all players, free entry for girls, non-binary, low-income, neurodiverse scholastic players
For registration and more details go to
Chess A2Z Open Series at PCC - OCT 2026
The Portland Chess Club (PCC) was established in 1911 and has served as a center of chess in the Portland community for more than a century. PCC recently moved to a new home at Montgomery Park, where the cost of maintaining the club is significantly higher.
To support PCC and help strengthen the local chess community, Chess A2Z will host a monthly Open & Scholastic Tournament Series at PCC, with 50% of the tournament profits donated to PCC. The series is designed for scholastic players who are ready for longer, more serious tournament games, while also welcoming adult players.
By playing in the series, participants are also directly supporting Portland Chess Club and helping this historic organization continue serving the Portland chess community for years to come.
Husky Scholastic Chess Tournament
Husky Scholastic Chess Tournament on 10.10.26 from 10:15am - 3:30pm
A 2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier and US Chess Federation Rated Tournament at the Maryhill Museum Of Art. 35 Maryhill Museum Dr, Goldendale, WA 98620
Chess A2Z October Open 2026
Chess A2Z will provide a fun and competitive day of over-the-board play in a supportive environment. It’s a great opportunity to challenge yourself, gain experience, and connect with the chess community. All players are welcome, with free entry for girls and low-income families. Note the new format for the Open section.
Eugene’s Bethel Quads
The Bethel Sunday Chess Quads are a community chess event that has been going on for over 10 years in Eugene! The Quads are USCF rated and only $10 to enter. Come join us for the next one.
Puddletown 4th Anniversary Festival
Free Pizza for all players, free entry for girls, non-binary, low-income, neurodiverse scholastic players
For registration and more details go to
https://puddletownchess.org/event/2026-september-tournament-anniversary-tournament/
Chess A2Z September Open 2026
Chess A2Z will provide a fun and competitive day of over-the-board play in a supportive environment. It’s a great opportunity to challenge yourself, gain experience, and connect with the chess community. All players are welcome, with free entry for girls and low-income families. Note the new format for the Open section.
Oregon Junior Open Blitz 2026
We cordially invite you to join us at the Oregon Junior Open Blitz 2026. This is a side event of Oregon Junior Open 2026, organized by Chess A2Z, Oregon Chess Federation (OCF) and Portland Chess Club (PCC).
Oregon Junior Open 2026
Oregon Junior Open 2026, September 5-6, 2026, Labor Day Weekend
Organized by Chess A2Z, Oregon Chess Federation (OCF), and Portland Chess Club (PCC), All proceeds will be donated to the OCF and PCC. The 2026 Oregon Junior Open is the first event of its kind in Oregon.
Players who register by Friday, August 7 will receive a free 2026 Oregon Junior Open commemorative T-shirt. Additional shirts may be available for purchase at the tournament while supplies last.
Chess A2Z August Webinar with WGM Zoey Tang "Finish Strong: How to Convert Winning Positions"
Winning a winning position isn’t always easy! We’ve all had games where we built a big advantage, only to let it slip away.
In this webinar, we’ll learn how to convert an advantage into a win: when to attack, when to simplify, and when to slow down and improve your position. Through practical examples, you’ll learn how to finish strong and turn more winning positions into victories!
Endgame Experts: Chess Summer Camp
8/17-8/21 at St. Lukes: Endgame Experts Camp
Rose City Chess will have it’s last week of summer camp be all about endgames. Find the best moves and outlast your opponent!
Master's Camp: Rose City Chess
If you’ve been stuck at your current rating, this camp is designed to push you forward.
A five-day, high-performance training experience for players rated USCF 1200+.
Instructors are qualified and strong chess players. Limited slots available.
Sign Up Now! https://www.rosecitychess.com/shop/p/masters-camp
Puddletown 2026 August Tournament
Free Pizza for all players, free entry for girls, non-binary, low-income, neurodiverse scholastic players
For registration and more details go to
Queen's Camp: Chess Summer Camp
August 10th - August 14th: Queens Camp
Learn from Rose City Chess female coaches how to best play with the Queen! Queen sacrifices, traps, and the Queen’s Gambit will all be covered in this camp.
Register Here! https://www.rosecitychess.com/shop/p/chesscamp
Portland Premier League Chess Tournament
Free Pizza for all players, lots of raffle prizes, cash-prizes and trophies!
For registration and more details go to
Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier
Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.
Tricky Tactics: Chess Summer Camp
Trouble with tactics? Join Rose City Chess this summer to navigate the Tricky Tactics that trip up even the most experienced of young chess players!
Precision Planning: Chess Summer Camp
Looking for a chess themed summer camp to improve chess skills? Join us this summer to learn more about the precise methods chess players use to gain an advantage over their opponents.
Chess A2Z July Webinar with National Master Austin Liu "Opening Principles: Play Better Without Memorizing Theory"
Many players believe they need to memorize dozens of opening lines to get a good position. In reality, understanding a few key opening principles will take you much further. In this webinar, NM Austin Liu will explain the ideas behind strong opening play and show you how to make good decisions even when you're out of theory.
Puddletown 2026 July Tournament
Free Pizza for all players, free entry for girls, non-binary, low-income, neurodiverse scholastic players
For registration and more details go to
Blunder Buster: Beaverton Summer Chess Camp
July 20th - July 24th: Blunder Buster Camp
Blundering in your games? This camp will focus on techniques to avoid making those crucial errors that lead to losses. Learn how to avoid hanging pieces, missing checkmate for your opponent, and regretting your last move!
Dodgy Defenders: Chess Summer Camp
This summer, Rose City Chess will be hosting an amazing summer camp for chess players of all skill levels! Join us for week 5: Dodge Defenders. The best offense is no match for the dodgy defenders!
Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier
Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.
Epic Attacking: Chess Summer Camp
7/13-7/17 at St. Lukes: Epic Attacking Camp
Learn how to put your opponent on the defensive and launch epic attacks this summer with Rose City Chess Summer Camps!
Rose City Chess Summer Break Bash Chess Tournament
Celebrate the summer break vibes with Rose City Chess! Our tournaments are open to all skill levels. Just started chess this summer? No problem!
Register Here! https://www.rosecitychess.com/shop/p/summer-harvest-2026-7t3k8
Beat the Coach: Chess Summer Camp
7/06-7/10 at St. Lukes: Summer Beat the Coach Camp
Want to win an amazing trophy? Beat a Rose City Chess coach this summer!
First Tournament Steps: Beaverton Chess Camp
June 29th - July 2nd: First Tournament Steps Camp
Campers playing in their first USCF-rated tournament receive a special trophy! All skill levels are encouraged to attend.
The perfect chess camp for our Beaverton Chess Players! Join us this summer.
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