More than activities — real experiences that build lifelong skills.
You’re looking for more than just activities — you want meaningful experiences that help your students or child grow in focus, confidence, and critical thinking. Whether they’re just beginning or ready to compete, Day & Knight Chess Club offers a path forward.
As a nonprofit committed to accessibility and excellence, we offer multiple programs designed to meet students at their level and guide them toward lasting success — on and off the chessboard.
Online Community
Join our free virtual chess community from anywhere! We host weekly live sessions every Monday with game reviews, Q&A, and mini-arenas — plus online tournaments, a free beginner course, and educational content on YouTube and Twitch.
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Free Monthly Tournaments
Open to all players, our monthly USCF-rated tournaments provide a competitive, inclusive space to improve and connect. Held in Corona and rotating venues, these events are free to enter and offer prizes, scholarships, and official ratings
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Casual Chess Play
Looking for a relaxed way to enjoy chess? Our free, drop-in Casual Play sessions are open to all ages and skill levels. Held every other week in both Corona and El Cerrito, it's the perfect space to meet others, play freely, and enjoy the game without pressure.
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Chess Academy in Corona
Our in-person academy offers weekly group classes for students of all levels, placed by assessment. Classes are focused on strategy or gameplay, and structured by level — Pawn, Knight, Bishop, or Rook — so every student has a clear path to growth.
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After-School Programs
Bring chess to your campus with our 5-week school-based programs. Designed for 1st–8th grade students, these sessions build skills through gameplay, puzzles, and strategic lessons — ending with a site tournament and potential district competitions.
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Mentorship Program
Our high school mentorship program helps students prepare for college, careers, and life with one-on-one mentorship, interactive workshops, and practical skill-building. It’s personal development guided by people who’ve been there.
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