Federations & Organizations
Southern California Chess Federation
The Southern California Chess Federation (SCCF) is the affiliate organization recognized by the United States Chess Federation (USCF), for the Southern California area.
United States Chess Federation
The United States Chess Federation (USCF) is the official, not-for-profit US membership organization for chess players and chess supporters of all ages and strengths, from beginners to Grandmasters.
FIDE
The World Chess Federation (Federation Internationale des Echecs, known as FIDE from its French acronym) is the international body, responsible for the organization of chess and its championships at global and continental levels.
Chess Clubs in California
La Palma Chess Club
Fridays at 6pm. Central Park, 7821 Walker St.
Los Angeles Chess Club
Tuesdays & Fridays at 7:30pm, Saturdays at 10:30pm, Sundays at 12pm. 11514 Santa Monica Blvd & Butler (2nd floor), Los Angeles, CA, 90025.
Pasadena Chess Club
Fridays at 6:45pm. 3230 East Del Mar, Pasadena, CA, 91107.
Other Chess Resources
Chess.com
Chess.com is dedicated to becoming the premier online community for chess players around the world. Chess.com aims to provide a safe and enjoyable environment where chess players of all skill levels can learn, contribute, play, build, chat, and share.
Chessbase
The official website of the Fritz and Chessbase software, the site also includes the latest chess news and access to the playchess.com servers.
Chesscafe
Chesscafe offers articles, reviews, analysis and more by its many columnists and contributors. New articles are usually added at least twice a week.
