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Chess Events Today
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Friendly Chess in Russell Square
A laid-back lunchtime of friendly chess in the charming surroundings of Russell Square, Bloomsbury (or in The Atrium Cafe of The Imperial Hotel across the road, if it rains). Whether you're new in town and looking to meet new people, craving some social games, or live/work/study nearby, all are welcome.
Chess sets are available to borrow, and there are optional food/drinks from the cafe next to the chess tables. Please don't bring outside food/drinks (other than water), and buy something if you use a cafe table (no need when using the chess tables, which have boards printed on them).
This will be a hosted event - if you're the first to arrive, you'll see your host sitting at one of the chess tables with a chess set.
Feel free to write in the event to confirm you're going and encourage others to come along. Most of those attending are from other social media groups, so numbers are usually higher than they appear here.
Have fun! :)
🏐Volleyball Drills + games📍Canary Wharf 📶Mid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/49772
**Game Description:**
👟 Drills led by experienced players who also join the session.
💪 Intense volleyball skills practice for individuals.
🎮 Drills and game setting.
🌟 Positive co-learning environment for rapid improvement.
🏐 Access to 18 volleyballs.
**Rules**
\- point to 15
\- max 2 games in a row
\- 3 team of 6 players
\- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\)
Ealing Broadway Chess Social
Join our [whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GvWcfGeLl8D91qKgZ4NkjA) for the latest updates!
Chess social event! Players of all levels welcome, there will be lessons available for free using a chess demonstration board alongside several chess boards to play yourself.
**Adults only!**
🏐Volleyball Drills + Games📍Leyton 📶Lower Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/48850
**Game Description:**
👟 Drills led by experienced players who also join the session.
💪 Intense volleyball skills practice for individuals.
🎮 Drills and game setting.
🌟 Positive co-learning environment for
rapid improvement.
🏐 Access to 18 volleyballs.
**Rules**
\- point to 15
\- max 2 games in a row
\- 3 team of 6 players
\- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\)
\*Privacy policy for drills and games sessions\*
You may not record any footage or take photos during the session unless explicitly authorised by the organisers.
Japanese wellness session
Do you feel lost, stuck, or disconnected from your life?
Inspired by Japanese philosophy such as Ikigai, a calm grounded Japanese lady will guide you to find clarity, balance, and meaning.
"Sessions for Adults" - Open to all ages
SUGGESTED DONATION £2
For any inquires
WhatsApp 07453660984
Please contact me directly on WhatsApp
🏐Volleyball Mastery “Train like A Pro” Series📍Leyton 📶 Mid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/51199
**Game Description:**
Elite Training Group– JUNE/JULY
A 3 in-week development series designed for players looking to elevate every aspect of their game and prepare for higher-level competition.
\*\*\*\*Series Programme To be Confirmed Before First Session, Subject To Change\*\*\*\*
Each session focuses on a key area of performance, building progressively week by week to develop stronger technical skills, tactical awareness, decision-making, and game consistency. Throughout the series, players will work on the core skills required to compete confidently in advanced-level volleyball environments.
SESSION BREAKDOWN
24/06 – Week 1
Theme: Attacking & Offensive Systems
• Approach mechanics and timing
• Shot selection and attacking efficiency
• Transition attacking
• Understanding offensive systems
• Decision-making under game pressure
01/07 – Week 2
Theme: Blocking & Net Play
• Blocking footwork and positioning
• Reading attackers and setters
• Individual and team blocking systems
• Defensive transition from the block
• Net control and communication
08/07 – Week 3
Theme: Match Execution & Tactical Play
• Game strategy and systems application
• Decision-making in live play
• Transition efficiency
• Team communication
• Competitive gameplay and performance review
FORMAT & GAMEPLAY
Each session includes high-repetition technical training followed by structured, competitive gameplay.
Training activities are designed to help players immediately apply technical concepts within realistic game situations.
Players will be encouraged to transfer skills from isolated drills into match-like scenarios that reward consistency, tactical awareness, decision-making, and execution under pressure.
EXPECTATIONS
• Arrive before the session and ready to train with intent
• Respect coaches, players, and the training environment
• Be coachable and open to feedback
• Maintain a competitive but supportive atmosphere
• Commit to applying new skills throughout gameplay
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Players with a solid foundation who want to develop all aspects of their game and compete at a higher level.
Whether you’re looking to improve your defence, passing, serving, attacking, blocking, or tactical understanding, this series is designed to provide a structured pathway towards advanced-level volleyball performance.
📍 Score Leisure Centre, London E10 5UN
🕗 Wednesdays, 8:00pm – 10:00pm
📅 24th June – 8th July (3 Weeks)
💰 Total Cost: £43.32
Rules
1\. Players should be respectful and follow the coach’s instructions when given
2\. Remain kind and courteous to players around you regardless of their skill level
3\. Enjoy yourself and remember to ask the coach if you have any questions \(hint: there are no stupid ones\)
Photos and videos may be taken during the sessions and used as promotional material for the Pantheon Volleyball Club. By signing up, you give your consent to be filmed and to be used for the purposes as mentioned above. If you would like to opt out of this, please send a message to the pantheon volleyball page.
🏐 King/Queen of 2 courts-Solo📍Canary Wharf 📶 Mid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/49793
**Game Description:**
We’re opening up \*\*2 courts at In2Sports\*\* for a fun \*\*King/Queen of the Court–style tournament\*\*. Here’s how it works:
🏐 \*Format\*
\- 2 matches at the same time
\- Winners move to \*\*Court A\*\*\, losers referee the next round before playing again
\- Teams rotate based on match results
\- Matches are \*\*12 minutes each\*\*\, aiming for \~8 rounds total
\- Max \*\*3 consecutive wins\*\* on Court A \(after that\, the challenger stays regardless of result\)
🌈 \*Rules\*
\- Mixed net height\, \*\*no gender restrictions\*\*
\- Hosts manage timekeeping ⏰
\- Resting teams help with refereeing 🚩
\- Court A videos uploaded to Balltime\.ai for rewatching 🎥 and highlights editing\.
💸 \*Sign Up Options\*
\- 👥 \*Team signup\*: £60 per team \(≈£10 pp\)
\- 👤 \*Solo signup\*: £12 per player
**Rules**
-Winner stays on (maximum 3 consecutive games)
-Each game lasts 12 minutes
-Court winners move on to play each other in the next round
-Mixed net – all genders welcome
-Teams rotate as referees when not playing
-6 teams total, with 6–7 players per team
\*Privacy policy for games sessions\*
By attending this game session, you agree to the following:
\* Video recordings/photos are allowed only during the games
\* Attending means consenting to recordings by the organiser which will be shared via private links
\* Distribution limited to session participants only
\* Explicit consent required for any public sharing
\* Respect others' privacy and comfort
\*Please contact the co-organisers if you have any questions about the policy.
Chess Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Weekly Women Social Chess
Join the London Women Chess Club (LWCC) for our weekly social chess session in a friendly, supportive and inclusive environment. Whether you are completely new to chess, returning after a break, or already playing competitively, you are very welcome.
LWCC is an ECF award-winning community initiative dedicated to encouraging more women and girls to play chess, build confidence, and progress into competitive play if they wish.
We are proud to see new members joining every month, with many progressing into league matches and tournaments.
What to expect
* Friendly social games
* Opportunities to improve your chess
* Informal group coaching and guidance to help members progress
* Information about tournaments and league opportunities
* A respectful and supportive environment
* A growing community of women supporting each other through chess
Who can join
* Women and girls of all levels
* Complete beginners are very welcome
* Players returning after a break
* Competitive players looking for a supportive community
How to join LWCC
To help us maintain a safe and well-organised community, we ask new members to complete our short membership form before joining our WhatsApp community.
[Membership registration](https://form.jotform.com/241453653475359)
[Group Coaching ](https://pci.jotform.com/form/241475449120353)
Our WhatsApp group is shared with registered members so we can keep communication relevant and maintain a positive environment for everyone.
About London Women Chess Club
London Women Chess Club is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company (CIC) focused on making chess more accessible to women and creating a positive pathway into competitive chess.
We collaborate with libraries, chess organisations and the English Chess Federation to build a strong and sustainable women’s chess community in London.
[Instagram!](https://www.instagram.com/londonwomenchessclub) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/london-women-chess-club/)
Pride Parade x Yas Queen!
🌈 *Yas Queen! at Pride Parade*♟️
We’re SO excited to share that Yas Queen! Chess Club will be participating in Pride this year 🎉
If you’d like to join us: 👉 Please sign up via this Google Form https://forms.gle/VB2CnBFENohj3VvB7
Meetup RSVP is not sufficient. You must sign up using the form. It’s free!
🎯 We have 75 spots available to walk together as a group
👕👚We have some t-shirts available for purchase at £10 (optional). Last order **17 June**. See form for more details.
✨ Sign up before all the spots are gone! We’d LOVE to have you there 🫶
*Supported by Pride in London Unity Fund.*
🏐 Drills Only - Volleyball 📍 Canary Wharf 📶 Lower Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/49800
**Game Description:**
👟 Drills led by experienced players who also join the session.
💪 Intense volleyball skills practice for individuals.
🎮 Drills and game setting.
🌟 Positive co-learning environment for rapid improvement.
🏐 Access to 18 volleyballs.
**Rules**
-Drills only session
-high repetition
-high quality drills
🏐Downside Fisher - Volleyball Masterclass📍Bermondsey 📶Mid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/46836
**Game Description:**
Looking to take your volleyball skills to the next level? These sessions are designed for intermediate-level players who want to sharpen their game through focused, position-specific training.
Here’s how it works:
✅ Pop a message in the Sportas game chat with your playing position (e.g. George, Lib) so we can plan tailored drills and feedback ahead of time.
✅ Sessions mix technical and game-based coaching, so you’ll have clear goals to work on while staying fully engaged.
✅ NOTE: Prior level approval is required—either from us or via Sportas.
⸻
Meet your coach, George:
🏐 Current Libero for Super League team Polonia IBB
🏐 Starting Outside/Libero/Setter & Captain of King’s College Men’s Division 1 Team
🏐 Libero for Wapping Men’s Premier League team
🏐 Ranked UK Beach Tour player
🏐 Coach for King’s Mixed Team, SideOut Juniors, and St Albans Deep Dish
🏐 Member of the Volleyball England National Team
🏐 Volleyball England Certified Referee & Level 2 Qualified Coach
With over 8 years of high-level experience, George brings a personalised and open coaching style—giving real-time feedback and helping you grow your game.
**Rules**
1\. Players should be respectful and follow the coach’s instructions when given
2\. Remain kind and courteous to players around you regardless of their skill level
3\. Enjoy yourself and remember to ask the coach if you have any questions \(hint: there are no stupid ones\)
Photos and videos may be taken during the sessions and used as promotional material for the Pantheon Volleyball Club. By signing up, you give your consent to be filmed and to be used for the purposes as mentioned above. If you would like to opt out of this, please send a message to the pantheon volleyball page.
Relaxed Mafia (Beginner Friendly)
## Welcome to Relaxed Mafia
Note we are playing outdoors in Hyde Park rather than our usual venue.
Come and play Mafia, an exciting social deduction game, in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Players of all levels of experience are welcome, including complete beginners.
There is a recommended donation of between £5 and £10 to help us to cover our Meetup fees. If you can't afford this though, then don't let this stop you coming!
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.
🏸 Badminton Game📍Whitechapel 📶 Lower Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/51203
**Game Description:**
6 players Each court,
Available Slots :)
4 Lower Intermediate
4 Intermediate
4 Upper Intermediate
**Rules**
Please write down your level in chat after joining, Thanks.
🏐5:1 Rotations - Volleyball Game📍King's Cross 📶Mid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/46939
**Game Description:**
Only sign up if you are Mid/Upper Intermediate/ Advanced Level Player and Knowledgeable of 5:1 Rotations. You will be ask not to join the game if you do not qualify from the criteria stated. Organizer have the right not to refund your money. Its not personal though.
Our goal is to have a good time, enjoy the company of friendly people and play some competitive games.
Remember "Every Serve is a Point
**Rules**
5:1 Rotations
6 Players/team
15 Points/ Game
Chess Events Near You
Connect with your local Chess community
Columbus Chess Club
This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!
CABS Boardgaming Friday 7/10
BACK TO CABS!!! Come to CABS Friday 7/10 & Saturday 7/11 - return to CABS as we come back from Origins and the 4th of July Holiday Break.
Come play the new games added to the library at Origins!!!
In-Person Event: The Answers to Depression & Anxiety
This is an in-person meeting. At this meeting you will get answers to depression and anxiety. Find out the source of them and how to get rid of them.
Did you know that unwanted emotions like anxiety, depression, unhappiness, loneliness, hopelessness, anger, fear, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not due to a chemical imbalance in your brain from some nebulous chemical reaction "by chance".
Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you.
The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life.
Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is created by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation of Central Ohio and Church of Scientology of Central Ohio.
CABS Boardgame Saturday 7/18
Join us for a great day of gaming at CABS!!! Your first visit is FREE!!!
Level One Tuesdays (Bachata & Salsa Dance Lessons)
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Salsamante Dance Academy will be at Swerve Every Tuesday Night to share the Rhythm & Energy of Bachata & Salsa.
These are Beginner Level lessons to get you comfortable and understand the two dances. Spread the Good News to all.
Swerve Dance & Fitness Complex
640 Lakeview Plaza Blvd A, Worthington, OH 43085
Bachata 7pm-8pm
Salsa 8pm-9pm
$15 - One Lesson
$20 - Both Lessons
CABS Boardgaming Saturday 7/11
BACK TO CABS!!! Come to CABS Friday 7/10 & Saturday 7/11 - return to CABS as we come back from Origins and the 4th of July Holiday Break.
Come play the new games added to the library at Origins!!!
Learn to Play Pickleball: beginner & Intermediate drills
Want to learn pickleball in a fun, low-pressure setting? I’m hosting a free beginner-friendly meetup at Olentangy Parklands to help new players learn the basics and get comfortable on the court.
I’m a pretty skilled player and will walk everyone through the essentials, including rules, scoring, serving, basic strategy, and how to start playing real games. No experience needed.
We’ll meet on the upper courts.
Bring a pickleball paddle if you have one. If not, no problem, I’ll have some extras available for people to use.
This event is meant for beginners and anyone curious about trying pickleball for the first time. Come ready to move, learn, and have fun.






















