
Your child's first move in chess!
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ABOUT
Endgame Chess Academy offers unique programs and services to support the growth of chess in Gainesville, FL and the North Central Florida area. From camps, private/group lessons, and school enrichment programs to tournaments, we strive to make chess fun for early learners while nurturing their cognitive and personal growth.
Our mission is to provide high-quality chess education and training to bring out the best in each student. Our programs are designed for kids of all ages and levels from beginners who want to learn how to play, intermediate players looking to improve their skills, or advanced players who want to take their game to the next level.
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Come play with us.

"The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart"
Robert Green Ingersoll
ECA CHESS CALENDAR
“Every chess master was once a beginner.”
Irving Chernev
CHESS LESSONS
What We Offer
Mon, Wed, Fri
2 hr
From 30 US dollars
“When you see a good move, look for a better one”
Emanuel Lasker
TOURNAMENTS
2023
- Multiple DatesSun, Oct 01https://lichess.org/team/endgame-chess-acadOct 01, 2:45 PM – 5:00 PM EDThttps://lichess.org/team/endgame-chess-acad2 hour Arena Tournament - G10 - Lichess Rated (Rapid) Beginner & Open Section $10 Entry Fee Registration Closes 2pm day of event -- log in to lichess.org to join tournament by 2:45pm -- games start at 3pm, end at 5pm
- Sun, Oct 08Queen of Peace (Parish Hall)Oct 08, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDTQueen of Peace (Parish Hall), 10900 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607, USA5 Round Scholastic - G25/d5 - USCF Dual Rated (Quick & Regular) Tournament Open & Beginner Sections $30 ($20 early bird) Entry Fee Registration Closes 11am day of event -- Check-In 12pm -- Games Start at 1pm
- Sun, Nov 12Queen of Peace (Parish Hall)Nov 12, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM ESTQueen of Peace (Parish Hall), 10900 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607, USA5 Round Scholastic - G25/d5 - USCF Dual Rated (Quick & Regular) Tournament Open & Beginner Sections $35 ($25 early bird) Entry Fee Registration Closes 11am day of event -- Check-In 12pm -- Games Start at 1pm
“You can become a big master in chess only if you see your mistakes and shortcomings.
Exactly the same as in life itself.”
Alexander Alekhine
CAMPS
2023
“Chess is life.”
Bobby Fisher
