One official USCF-rated game a week with real tournament experience.
Weekly friendly games in a low-pressure setting — open to all levels.
Casual Play is where chess stays fun. No ratings on the line, no pressure to perform — just real games against real opponents in a low-stakes setting. It's the easiest way to get more board time, meet other players, and build confidence before stepping into rated competition. Whether your child is brand new to chess or just wants a relaxed weekly game, Casual Play is built for exactly that.
Rated Play gives students the experience of real competition every single week. Each session is one official USCF-rated game played under tournament time controls, with notation expected and results that count toward your USCF rating. It's the most consistent way to build competitive experience outside of monthly tournaments — and for students working toward higher ratings, weekly rated games are where real progress compounds.
Built for students who compete. Rook Division sharpens every aspect of competitive chess — from opening preparation to endgame execution under tournament pressure.
Strong fundamentals, deeper strategy. Bishop Division is where students transition from reacting to planning — learning to control the board and compete with confidence.
You know the rules. Now it's time to play with purpose. Knight Division builds the tactical habits and pattern recognition that separate casual players from competitive ones.
Brand new to chess? This is where every player starts. Pawn Division builds the rules, the basics, and the confidence to play your first real game.
Check out what the Day & Knight Chess Academy has to offer.
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Day & Knight Chess Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit building disciplined, strategic thinkers through chess. We make tournaments, academy training, and after-school programs accessible to every student, regardless of background.
