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Classes & Coaching
Private lessons are the best way to receive personalized guidance and instruction. Lessons are available with members of the team online, at our dedicated chess studio located in Norwalk, CT or at your home. Classes, for both adults and children, are held regularly in person at the studio. Inquire using the form above or join the email list to stay up to date with opportunities.
NEW IN THE FALL 2025!
Our popular in-house Sunday classes are set to continue in a new and exciting format!
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Regular weekly practices
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Custom jerseys and personal workbooks
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Process-oriented goals and rewards
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Two sections: Junior Varsity and Varsity
Other Classes
Registration Open!
Location: Norwalk Senior Center
Dates/Times: Mondays 4:30-5:30pm
Sept. 22 - Dec. 1 (10 classes)
Grades/Level: Open to grades K-5 for beginners and new players.
Schoolhouse Academy Chess Team
Registration Coming Soon!
Location: Schoolhouse Academy in Wilton, CT
Dates/Times: Tuesdays 3:15-4:15pm
Grades/Level: Open to all grades K-8 in two classes by ability.
Scroll down for a list of free places to play.
Meet the team of RBC instructors:
Scholastic Programs
RedBandit Chess seeks to partner with schools, libraries and other community organizations to bring the many benefits of chess to their students. Over the years our coaches have worked with dozens of organizations and thousands of students. Programs include instructional and play time, and can be customized to the needs of the organization.
Free Places To Play
Byram Shubert Library
Greenwich, CT
1st Saturday of each month from 2:00-3:30pm
Casual play with instructions for children and adults!
Pound Ridge Library
Every Wednesday 4:00-5:00pm
Classes begin September 3rd
Casual play with instructions for children and adults!
New Canaan Library
Class schedule coming soon!
Harry Bennett Library
Stamford, CT
Casual play with instructions for children and adults!
Every other Thursday: 4:30 - 5:30pm
Sept. 11, 25; Oct. 9, 23; Nov. 6, 20; Dec. 4, 18
Each library class is facilitated by RBC instructors who provide short lessons on the fundamentals as well as pointers during play time.
Events & Tournaments
Open Events
5th RBC Classic (Weekly G/75, D5)
Begins Friday, September 5th at 7:30pm
Norwalk, CT
Plaques to 1st, Top U1800, Top U1400
6th Rapid & Blitz
Sunday, September 14th
Norwalk, CT
Time Controls: G/15 +3s & G/5 +2s
$200+ in Guaranteed Prizes
Partner with RedBandit Chess to run a smooth and high class scholastic or open tournament!
Qualifications:
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Senior TD (USCF Certified)
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Over 570 tournaments directed including multiple state championships
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DGT Board Expert
Upcoming Affiliated Events
5th Annual Pioneer Open
$1000 Prize Fund
Saturday, November 1st
Sacred Heart University
Basic TD Service includes:
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Providing all necessary equipment for generating and posting pairings/results.
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Monitoring of the event for fair play and conflict resolution
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Consultation on event format & details
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Sets and clocks (limited supply)
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Promotion through RBC emails and social media
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Submission of rating reports
Additional Services Upon Request:
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US Chess Federation targeted email announcements
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Online registration through RBC website
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DGT Boards (4) for local and online display of top games. Stream them live to viewing screens, your personal website, and/or online to chess.com and lichess.org
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Giant Chess Set & Board
Available Services
Past Event Tournament Reports & Live Games:
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