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The Nashville Chess Center - Est. 1995

2911 Belmont Blvd Nashville, Tennessee 37212-5907

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(O): (615) 649 - 8524
(C): (629) 254 - 4737


Director@NashvilleChess.org

For office/financial matters, please contact: OfficeManager@NashvilleChess.org

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Nashville Chess Center

Chess in Nashville, from first move to tournament play.

Classes, school programs, tournaments, camps, and a welcoming chess community for players of all ages and skill levels.

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Chess in Your School

Now organizing programs for the 2026–27 school year

Bring an NCC after-school chess club to your school.

Our experienced coaches make chess approachable, challenging, and fun for beginners and experienced players alike. Students build chess skills while strengthening concentration, problem solving, confidence, and sportsmanship.

Experienced CoachesInstruction from knowledgeable chess teachers.
All Skill LevelsBeginners through competitive players are welcome.
Structured LearningLessons, guided practice, tactics, and games.
Community & CompetitionMeet other players and prepare for tournament play.
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Support the Mission

Help more Nashville students learn chess.

The Nashville Chess Center is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization supported by members, donors, sponsors, grants, fundraisers, and volunteers. Your support helps us expand chess education and opportunities throughout the community.

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Nashville Chess Center

2911 Belmont Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37212

director@nashvillechess.org
nashvillechess.org

The Nashville Chess Center is a proud partner of the Tennessee Chess Association.
www.tnchess.us
Nashville Scholastic Chess Series 2026–2027

2026 – 2027 SEASON

Nashville Scholastic Chess Series

Qualify for the Nashville City Championship

Three qualifying tournaments across the city. The top finishers from every division advance to a January round robin for the title of Nashville City Champion.

3
Qualifiers
2
Advance / event
6
Finalists / division

QUALIFYING EVENTS

Three Saturdays. Three schools. One road to the title.

1

Lipscomb Academy

Sat, Sep 19, 2026 · Round 1 at 9:00 AM

Lipscomb Academy Upper School
3901 Granny White Pike, Nashville, TN 37204

5-Round Swiss · G/25 +5s increment

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2

St. Clement Christian Academy

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · Round 1 at 9:00 AM

476 McMurray Dr.
Nashville, TN 37211

6-Round Swiss · G/15 +5s increment

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3

Ensworth Lower School

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 · Round 1 at 9:00 AM

211 Ensworth Ave
Nashville, TN 37205

5-Round Swiss · G/25 +5s increment

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DIVISIONS

Six sections, every age group
  • High SchoolK–12
  • Middle SchoolK–8
  • ElementaryK–5
  • PrimaryK–3
  • K–1Rated
  • K–12 UnratedBeginners

US Chess membership required for all rated sections. The Unrated section is for first-time players and beginners, and does not qualify for the City Championship.

ENTRY

Cost & schedule
Early registration$30
Late / on-site$40
Doors open7:45 AM
On-site reg. closes8:30 AM
Round 1 begins9:00 AM

AWARDS

Who takes something home
Trophies

Top 10 individuals, each section.

Medals

11th–20th place individuals.

Team Trophies

Top 2 Primary & Elementary teams.

THE ROAD TO THE CITY CHAMPIONSHIP

3 Qualifiers → 6 Players → 1 City Champion

At each qualifying tournament, the top 2 eligible players in each rated division earn a spot in the 2027 Nashville Scholastic City Championship. The six qualifiers in each division meet in January at the Nashville Chess Center for a 5-round round robin — every qualifier plays every other qualifier once.

3
Qualifying events
→
6
Finalists / division
→
5
Round robin games
→
1
City Champion
High SchoolMiddle SchoolElementaryPrimaryK–1
Championship Tiebreaks
  1. Head-to-Head
  2. Modified Median
  3. Solkoff
  4. Cumulative
Eligibility

Players must live within a 75-mile radius of the Nashville Chess Center to qualify for the City Championship.

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All-Girls City Championship

The top 2 female players in each rated section at each qualifier also earn a spot in the 2027 Nashville All-Girls City Championship, held in January at the Nashville Chess Center.