The history of chess in Florida dates back to the early 20th century when the game began to gain popularity among the residents of the state. In the 1920s and 1930s, chess clubs were formed in cities like Miami, Tampa, and Jacksonville. These clubs would regularly organize tournaments and matches, both in the state and around the country.
In the 1940s and 1950s, chess in Florida saw a steady growth in popularity, and many chess clubs were formed across the state. Some of the early chess clubs include the Miami Chess Club, the Tampa Chess Club and the Jacksonville Chess Club. These clubs were active in organizing tournaments and matches for players of all skill levels.
In recent years, the chess community in Florida has continued to grow, and many chess clubs, schools, and organizations now promote the game throughout the state. The Florida Chess Association (FCA) was founded in the 1970s, to promote chess in schools, youth programs, and to foster the development of young chess players in the state by organizing events such as tournaments, teaching programs, and chess clinics.
Florida Chess Association in Newberry, FL
- Site: http://www.floridachess.org
- USCF ID T5006619
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 9046079111
- 14260 W. Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
Orlando Chess and Games Center Club in Altamonte Springs, FL
- Site: http://www,orlandochess.com
- USCF ID A6018039
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 407-248-0818
- 865 N State Route 434, Altamonte Springs, FL
Boca Raton Chess Club in Boca Raton, FL
- Site: http://www.bocachess.com
- USCF ID A6015500
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 561-302-4377
Daytona Beach Chess Club in Daytona Beach, FL
- Site: http://www.daytonabchcc.org
- USCF ID A6005510
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 3862399485
- Wed 6:00-10:00PM
- Schnebly Rec Center, 1101 N Atlantic Ave A1A, Daytona, Beach, FL
Jacksonville Chess Club in Jacksonville, FL
- Site: http://www.jaxcc.org
- USCF ID A5006333
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 9046079111
Scholasticchess.org in Jacksonville, FL
- Site: http://scholasticchess.org
- USCF ID A6049710
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 9043041639
Chess for Charity Jax in Jacksonville, FL
- Site: http://www.chessforcharityjax.com
- USCF ID A7307491
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 904 677 1445
Brevard Chess Club in Melbourne, FL
- Site: http://www.brevardchess.org
- USCF ID A7793982
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 3215148547
Space Coast Chess FDN INC in Merritt Island, FL
- Site: http://www.spacecoastchessfoundation.org/
- USCF ID A6010312
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 3214529863
FSCL in Miami, FL
- Site: http://www.fsclchess.org
- USCF ID H6016122
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 786-444-2467
Miramar Chess Club in Miramar, FL
- Site: https://miramarchessclub.com/
- USCF ID A7827442
- Email: [email protected]
Central Florida Chess Club in Orlando, FL
- Site: http://www.centralflchess.org
- USCF ID A6007091
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 407-312-6237
- 7565 Laureate Blvd #3406, Orlando, FL 32827
Wood Chess of Central Florida in Port Orange, FL
- Site: http://woodservices.org
- USCF ID H6035595
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 386-366-2825
- 1727 Arash Circle, Port Orange, FL 32128
Manasota Chess Center in Sarasota, FL
- Site: https://www.manasotachess.org
- USCF ID A7307719
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 941-900-3296
- Manasota Chess Center @ 3501 South Tamiami Trail Suite 306, Sarasota
Alton Academy 4 Chess in Tampa, FL
- Site: http://alton4chess.com
- USCF ID A6050021
Palm Beach Chess in West Palm Beach, FL
- Site: https://www.palmbeachchess.com/
- USCF ID A6051470
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 3347140453