Seattle - Chess Clubs, Tournaments & Learning
Find chess clubs and tournaments in Seattle. Explore the Pacific Northwest chess scene and sharpen your game with Professor Archer.
Published 2026-02-08 | Last verified 2026-02-12
Chess in Seattle
Seattle's chess community thrives in the Pacific Northwest's famously intellectual and tech-savvy culture. The Seattle Chess Club has been the city's primary hub for decades, providing a welcoming environment for players of all strengths. The club runs regular rated events, casual play sessions, and has a particularly strong junior programme that feeds talented young players into competitive chess.
The Washington State chess scene benefits from proximity to strong chess communities in Oregon and British Columbia, creating a vibrant cross-border competitive ecosystem. The Washington State Championship is a prestigious event that regularly features titled players, and Seattle's central role in the Pacific Northwest chess circuit gives local players access to frequent high-quality competition.
The tech industry's influence on Seattle chess is significant. Many of the city's stronger players work in technology, and the analytical mindset that pervades the local culture translates into a style of play that values preparation and calculation. Microsoft, Amazon, and other major employers have internal chess communities that further expand the local scene.
For Seattle players, studying with Professor Archer is a natural extension of the city's culture of self-improvement and lifelong learning. The Pacific Northwest's long, rainy winters provide the perfect backdrop for deep chess study, and structured online training ensures your improvement continues year-round.
Chess Clubs in Seattle
-
Seattle Chess Club
Address: 2150 N 107th Street, Seattle, WA 98133
Meeting Times: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 6:00 PM onwards
Visit Website -
Redmond Chess Club
Address: Redmond Community Center, 16600 NE 80th Street, Redmond
Meeting Times: Wednesday evenings, 7:00 PM -
University of Washington Chess Club
Address: Husky Union Building, UW Campus, Seattle
Meeting Times: Friday afternoons, 4:00 PM during academic year
Chess Tournaments in Seattle
- Washington State Championship - Annual (Presidents' Day weekend)
- Seattle City Championship - Annual (October)
Professor Archer says: Seattle players tend to be well-prepared and analytically sharp, which is not surprising given the local culture. The area where I see the most room for growth is in developing intuition - not everything can be calculated, and learning to trust your chess instincts is a crucial skill.
Start Learning Chess with Professor Archer
Whether you're in Seattle or anywhere in the world, Professor Archer is ready to be your personal chess coach. No experience needed.