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A Mission That Moves Pieces and Minds

Day & Knight Chess Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit empowering students through the game of chess. From after-school programs and academy classes to free tournaments and life skills mentorship, we help kids grow in confidence, focus, and resilience.

Our comic-style Day & Knight heroes represent our commitment to students — learning during the day, growing by night.

Explore Our Programs

Engaging, accessible chess programs for students, schools, and families.

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Online Community

Q&A chess sessions, online tournaments, and beginner-friendly resources.
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Free Monthly Tournaments

USCF-rated events open to all students at no cost.
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Casual Chess Play

Drop-in chess nights for all ages in Corona.
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Academy classes

Level up with weekly strategy and game classes.
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After-School Programs

5-week chess sessions hosted directly at partner schools.
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Mentorship for Teens

Life skills and college prep for high school students.
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Our Growing Impact

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Support Our Mission

Day & Knight Chess Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to inspiring students through the game of chess. We offer after-school programs, academy classes, mentorship workshops, and free online lessons to help players of all ages and skill levels grow, learn, and thrive. Join us in building a stronger community—one move at a time. 

See the Impact in Action

Watch how chess transforms classrooms, builds character, and creates lifelong learners.

What Parents, Principals, and Students Say

It’s super fun and the coaches are really nice!

Student, Sutherland Elementary (GUSD)

IMPRESSED! The team arrived early, were professional, and kept students fully engaged. Our students learned new strategies and felt empowered—win or lose.

L. Jones-Ritt, Jefferson HEARTS Program (RUSD)

The chess program has been an exciting activity for students here at Sutherland. Thank you for setting us up for success!

Office Coordinator, Sutherland Elementary (GUSD)

Not only is he having so much fun, he’s learned how to be more patient, think critically, and improve his confidence. He even plays kids much older than him and comes home with the biggest smile!

Parent, Evergreen Elementary (WVUSD)

The students who signed up for chess really surprised me — they weren’t the ones who usually join clubs. But they loved it! One even convinced their parent to buy a personal board after each lesson!

Ms. Simmons, After-School Coordinator, Riverside USD

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