This all-in-one chess sign-up covers all Chess League and Monthly Tournament events at the Granite YMCA for 2026.

Chess League: USCF Rated, over-the-board chess games
Time Control: G/90;+10 (90 minutes per side with 10 second increment)

When: First Saturday of every month of 2026 (**Second Saturday in case of snow emergency or holiday conflict)
Dates: Jan 3, Feb 7, Mar 7, Apr 11, May 2, Jun 6, Jul 11, Aug 1, Sep 12, Oct 3, Nov 7, Dec 12.

Schedule:
9:00am - Check in; Setup
9:30am - Check-in closes; pairings finalized. Games begin as soon as possible.

Arrive no later than 9:30am to ensure a pairing.

Additional Details:
Snacks provided, or bring your own. Prizes for top scores. For a complete listing of rules and prize schedule, visit this link.

Monthly Chess Tournament: Casual chess and a USCF-rated chess tournament each month, one game per week for four weeks. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Time Control: Varies per tournament type. Tournament type changes monthly.

When: Each Tuesday evening from 6pm to 8pm.

Schedule:
6:00pm -Check in; Setup; Pre-game discussion on tactics and puzzle themes
6:30pm - Check-in closes; Game pairings formulated; Announcements
6:45pm - Games begin
9:00pm - Facility closes

Arrive no later than 6:30pm to ensure a pairing. If you expect to arrive after 6:30pm, please contact organizer at contact listed below to secure a pairing for that day. 1/2 point byes upon advance request. Limit 2 per tournament. Additional 0 point byes allowed. No shows receive 0 point forfeit loss.

Prizes:
One month's entry fee ($10) reimbursed for the winner of the classical tournament. Token prizes for top scores under 1000 and 1500.

Price:
$120 for non-members. Free to members of the Granite YMCA.

Location:
YMCA of Downtown Manchester, 30 Mechanic St, 2nd Floor, Studio A. (Exception: The January Chess League event will be on the 2nd floor in Studio C.)

Parking & Accessibility:
Metered on-street parking available, but limited. Parking garage is one block away at 2-98 Plaza Dr in Manchester. Elevator from street level is available. Ring buzzer for assistance. Chess event is on the second floor, Studio A.

Contact Info & Newsletter:
Questions? Email Eric at [email protected], or text or call (929) 900-4226.
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