We are a vibrant and passionate community of chess enthusiasts in Cork, Ireland.
At Cork Chess Club, we believe in the power of chess to foster critical thinking, improve concentration, and enhance problem-solving skills.
Our friendly and inclusive atmosphere ensures that players of all ages and skill levels feel welcome and supported.
Our junior club is currently meeting each week at 7pm, and our regular club meets from 8:15pm, until usually about 10:30 or 11pm.
Friday November 6th
19:00 - Coaching with WIM Adriana Palao https://www.adrianapalaochess.com/en#coaches
Topic TBC
19:00 Casual Play
Friday November 13th
19:00 Casual Play
19:30: Cork Chess Club Championship - Rd. 2
Friday November 20th
19:00 Casual Play
19:00 - Coaching with Zsolt Kardkovács
Bishop vs. Bishop. Rules of playing with a bishop or whan bishop rules
Friday November 27th
19:00 Casual Play
19:00 - Coaching with Zsolt Kardkovács
Finish the game wiht pieces (based on levl): Queen, Rook, Bishop pair, Knight and Bishop)
20:00 FIDE Rated Rapids
Groups of 6 based on rating, all play all
Current ICU membership required
Non-member Entry - €10
Non-member Entry Student - €5
Friday December 11th
19:30: Cork Chess Club Championship - Rd. 3
Friday January 22nd
19:30: Cork Chess Club Championship - Rd. 4
Friday February 26th
19:30: Cork Chess Club Championship - Rd. 5
Friday April 16th
19:30: Cork Chess Club Championship - Rd. 6
Friday May 14th
19:30: Cork Chess Club Championship - Rd. 7