Chess Clubs San Francisco

From Silicon Valley Chess Community

♟️ **This isn’t your typical chess meetup** Every week **20+ people** show up We play in bars. We bring the vibes. Whether you’re a total beginner or a blitz addict—this is your place. 🫱 Hosted by your **CVO (Chief Vibes Officer) Stephen** – expect high energy, good convos, and games with people who love chess and community just as much as you do. **SV Chess Community = Chess + People + Vibes** We’re the **largest social chess community in NorCal**, bringing people together across the Bay through the love of the game. 🧩 **What to expect**: – Chill blitz & casual games – No judgment, no pressure—just good vibes – Great convo, good drinks, and new friends – Boards provided—just show up and play 🍻 All games happen at the bar. Didn’t sign up ahead of time? No worries—we’ll help you join at the event. **Join the movement. Make your move. We’ll see you over the board.** 📲 Follow us on Instagram → [@sv_chess_community](https://www.instagram.com/sv_chess_community/) 🌐 Learn more → [sv-chess.com/community/about](https://sv-chess.com/community/about) 📝 Register now → [sv-chess.com/community/registration](https://sv-chess.com/community/registration)

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SF - Marina Chess Club Night

Thu, Nov 26, 3:00 AM

From Kids' Chess and Games @ Inner Fire

Inner Fire Chess Club!

Thu, Nov 19, 11:30 PM

5.0

Inner Fire is starting an after school chess club weekly on Thursdays 3:30-5:00pm! The club is open to kids ages 6-13, at any level of experience. Each 90 minute session will have 45 minutes of instruction led by Sebastian (National Chess Master), as well as 45 minutes of open play. Parents are welcome to stay in the space with the group. The first club session will run 6 weeks from Oct 15 - Nov 19. The cost is $150 / 6 sessions or $30 drop in. Register here: https://omella.com/71e20

From Chess for Beginners Learning Circle

San Francisco Singles Speed Social

Sun, Nov 29, 9:00 PM

**💫 Singles Speed Social: San Francisco Singles, Live on Zoom** One evening, a run of short one-on-one dates, and a host who keeps it easy. Join from your sofa, meet a handful of compatible San Francisco singles in quick video rounds, and tell us who you'd like to see again. If they say yes too, we connect you. **Choose your age group to register:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=821.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=San%20Francisco&groupurlname=chess-for-beginners-learning-circle&ar=18-32&face_v=224.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=821.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=San%20Francisco&groupurlname=chess-for-beginners-learning-circle&ar=30-46&face_v=224.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=821.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=San%20Francisco&groupurlname=chess-for-beginners-learning-circle&ar=40-58&face_v=224.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=821.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=San%20Francisco&groupurlname=chess-for-beginners-learning-circle&ar=55+&face_v=224.0) **⚠️ Please register as well as RSVPing.** Use the age group link above so we can match you. Spots fill up. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Singles who like a hosted, structured evening - Anyone new to speed dating who wants a gentle first go - People getting back into dating after a break **Event Details** - **Format:** Hosted rounds, a few minutes per date - **Where:** From home, on Zoom - **Host:** A friendly host running every round - **Vibe:** Easy going chats with San Francisco singles **How It Works** 1. **Sign up** – Choose the link for your age range above. 2. **Fill in the quiz** – It helps us pair you with people you'll click with. 3. **Check your inbox** – We send the Zoom details ahead of time. 4. **Date** – Short one-on-one rounds with San Francisco singles matched to you. 5. **Match** – Pick who you'd like to see again; mutual matches are shared after. --- ✨ Grab a drink, open Zoom, and meet some San Francisco singles. 💫 ✨

From Silicon Valley Chess Community

SF - Marina Chess Club Night

Thu, Dec 3, 3:00 AM

From Pawn Shop Chess Club SF

Chess at Alamo Square Park ♟️☀️ (after hours (4pm) at fly bar!)

Sun, Nov 15, 10:00 PM

4.7

Friendly, regular chess and exciting Bughouse (2 v 2) chess available. We’ll be at the picnic tables. Please RSVP and bring a board 😎

3 attendees

Chess Sundays

Sun, Nov 15, 10:00 PM

From Its Your Move Games Sunday Chess Club Meet Up

4.6

# Chess Sundays at Its Your Move Games **We host a Chess Sundays here at Its Your Move every Sunday from 2-6pm.** It is a casual atmosphere for players of all levels. We play here with and without a clock on tournament style boards. We ask for a $5 table fee which lasts for the whole day, you can pay in [advance](http://www.itsyourmoveoakland.com/web-store-1) or at the door. Players are welcome to use our limited boards, (please bring your own clock and board if you have one). Food and drink is allowed. Every Sunday we also host a **Beginning group chess lesson** from noon to 1pm (first one free- after that $10) and an **Intermediate chess group chess lesson** from 1-2pm for $15. You can[ sign up ](https://www.itsyourmoveoakland.com/web-store-1)ahead for this or drop in. All levels of play and all ages are welcomed! Every Wednesday we host a youth drop in chess after school program. Best for ages 6 through 16 for beginning and intermediate players. The class starts at 3:30 with early drop off starting at 1:45 and late pick up until 6pm. The cost is $25 for drop in, (or you can purchase a ten pack for $200 bring the single class down to $20.). [Sign up](https://www.itsyourmoveoakland.com/web-store-1) in advance or drop in! For more info on all of these events and other east bay chess check out our [website](https://www.itsyourmoveoakland.com/clubs) For special event notification for chess check out our chess [meet-up](https://www.meetup.com/its-your-move-games-sunday-chess-club-meet-up/) site or our [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/ItsYourMoveGames) events page.

From Its Your Move Games Sunday Chess Club Meet Up

Chess Sundays

Sun, Nov 22, 10:00 PM

4.6

From San Francisco Go Club

Play Go and Socialize

Sun, Nov 15, 10:00 PM

4.7

The SF Go Club is the best place to play Go in the SF Bay Area and the oldest Go club in North America. Started in the 1880s by Japanese sailors looking to play Go, it established itself as an official club in 1935 and incorporated as a non-profit in 1984. The club has a rich community of members and a wonderful club-room filled with equipment, both for playing and teaching. It’s a great place to meet interesting people and share this exciting game with them in person. We are a non-profit social club for teaching and playing the game of Go together. Never played before? We are happy to show you! https://sfgoclub.com

From Chess for Beginners Learning Circle

Oakland Singles Speed Social

Sun, Nov 29, 9:00 PM

**💌 Speed Dating, Social Style: Oakland Singles on Zoom** Real people, real conversations, and no awkward small talk on your own. Join from your sofa, meet a handful of compatible Oakland singles in quick video rounds, and tell us who you'd like to see again. If they say yes too, we connect you. **Register under your age group:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=821.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Oakland&groupurlname=chess-for-beginners-learning-circle&ar=18-32&face_v=224.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=821.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Oakland&groupurlname=chess-for-beginners-learning-circle&ar=30-46&face_v=224.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=821.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Oakland&groupurlname=chess-for-beginners-learning-circle&ar=40-58&face_v=224.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=821.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Oakland&groupurlname=chess-for-beginners-learning-circle&ar=55+&face_v=224.0) **⚠️ An RSVP here doesn't save your place.** Register through your age group link above and complete the short personality quiz. Places are limited. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - People getting back into dating after a break - Busy people who want to meet several singles in one evening - Oakland locals who want to meet people nearby - Anyone who wants to see if there's a spark before meeting in person - Introverts who are at their best one-on-one **How It Works** 1. **Sign up** – Choose the link for your age range above. 2. **Fill in the quiz** – It helps us pair you with people you'll click with. 3. **Get your link** – Your Zoom link arrives by email before the session. 4. **Meet people** – Rotate through quick video dates while the host keeps time. 5. **Match** – Pick who you'd like to see again; mutual matches are shared after. **Event Details** - **Format:** Hosted rounds, a few minutes per date - **Where:** Zoom: your link arrives after you register - **Host:** A friendly host running every round - **Vibe:** Fun, social and friendly **Frequently Asked Questions** **What if I'm shy?** Rounds are short and hosted, so you're never left wondering what to say. **What do I need?** Zoom, a camera and a decent connection. --- ✨ Come for the chats, leave with a match or two. ✨ ✨

From 日本将棋連盟サンフランシスコ支部 / San Francisco Shogi Meetup Group

SF Shogi Club Monthly "in-person" gathering 11/15 1:00 pm

Sun, Nov 15, 9:00 PM

4.9

Dear SF Shogi Club members, The SF Shogi Club will host the monthly meeting **on November 15, from 1:00** p.m. **to 5:00** p.m., at [JCCCNC ](https://www.jcccnc.org/)(1840 Sutter Street, SF, CA 94115). Let's play shogi games in person and have some fun! Please register at the entrance and pay **$5.00** for the venue fee. SF将棋クラブの皆様 11月の対面例会を、15日の日曜日午後1:00から5:00まで、サンフランシスコの**JCCCNC (1840 Sutter Street, SF, CA 94115)の2F会議室**にて開催いたします。会場使用料として一人5ドルをお支払いいただけますようお願いいたします。 Questions: please contact [sfshogi@gmail.com](http://sfshogi@gmail.com) For the latest information on SF shogi, please join our mailing list! Image: [https://twitter.com/togetsu_koma/status/1548489592353230849/photo/3](https://twitter.com/togetsu_koma/status/1548489592353230849/photo/3)

2 attendees

Golden Gate Toastmaster Weekly Meeting

Thu, Nov 19, 2:00 AM

From District 205 Toastmasters San Francisco Public Speaking

# **Golden Gate Toastmasters meets every Wednesday from 6-8 pm at the 235 Montgomery St in the SF Chamber of Commerce’s boardroom (7th floor), right in Downtown San Francisco.** # **RSVP here or fill out the contact form on our website to ask for any additional details.**

4 attendees

Friendly, regular chess and exciting Bughouse (2 v 2) chess available. We’ll be at the picnic tables. Please RSVP and bring a board 😎

3 attendees

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