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Founded by NM Ian Harris, RedBandit Chess is a company providing a variety of chess related services, including private classes/lessons, school programs, and tournament services.  

NOW OPEN

The RedBandit Chess Studio serves as venue for scholastic classes, workshops tournaments and more! 

Visit us for our open house on Sunday, September 22nd from 10:00-2:00pm. Conveniently located in Norwalk, CT
New classes and events are posted below. 

Coaching

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.  

 

The team of instructors at RedBandit Chess are all highly experienced chess players with many years of experience working with children and coaching chess.  For each, chess has been a lifelong passion. 

Upcoming Classes

 

Scholastic Chess Classes (Fall 2024)
 

10 Sundays starting September 29th

Location: RBC Studio

 

Beginners 9:00-9:45am

Intermediates 10:00-11:00am
 

Description: Open to students in grades K-8 and taught by the team of instructors at RedBandit Chess, the Beginner classes will focus on building the fundamentals while the Intermediate classes will focus on critical topics of strategy in chess.  Each participant will receive a curriculum workbook.  These classes feature 8:1 teacher student ratios and an emphasis on instruction.  

Upcoming Workshops

Evaluation and Planning

3 Mondays (Oct. 7, 21, 28)

Location: RBC Studio

 

7:30-9:00pm

Description: Open to all!  Being able to correctly evaluate, identify the proper plan and execute the plan are critical skills that chess players use constantly during their games.  This workshop will help participants build their skills in these areas by examining the nuances and thought processes that go into successfully evaluating and executing a plan. Recommended for players rated approximately 1000-1800.  

School Programs

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. 

RBC Scholastic Slideshow
Events/Tournaments

Events & Tournaments


 

RBC Classic

Mondays: Nov. 18, 25; Dec. 2, 9
One game per week
7:30-9:45pm
Format: G/60; D10

Location: RBC Studio

Rapid & Blitz

Sunday, November 24th
1:00pm - 6:00pm

Location: RBC Studio

Open Events

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Scholastic Events
 

Schoolhouse Academy Scholastic
Saturday, Nov. 9 
Wilton, CT
 

Schoolhouse Academy Scholastic
Saturday, Dec. 14
Wilton, CT

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Partner with RedBandit Chess to run a smooth and high class scholastic or open tournament!  
 

Qualifications:

  • Senior TD (USCF Certified)

  • Over 570 tournaments directed including multiple state championships

  • DGT Board Expert

Upcoming Affiliated Events

 

NECA 61
Scholastic Tournament

Sunday, October 20th

4th Annual Pioneer Open
November 3rd, 2024
Fairfield, CT
$1,000 Guaranteed Prize Fund!

Basic TD Service includes: 

  • Providing all necessary equipment for generating and posting pairings/results.  

  • Monitoring of the event for fair play and conflict resolution

  • Consultation on event format & details

  • Sets and clocks (limited supply)

  • Promotion through RBC emails and social media

  • Submission of rating reports

Additional Services Upon Request: 

  • US Chess Federation targeted email announcements

  • Online registration through RBC website

  • 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

  • Giant Chess Set & Board

Available Services

Past Event Tournament Reports & Live Games:

3rd Annual Pioneer Open - 10/15/2023

Contact

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About

About

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Ian Harris
Founder

National Chess Master
(Peak USCF 2364)

Professional coach with 12 years of experience

Senior Tournament Director (USCF Certified)

CT State Chess Assoc.
2021 
Coach of the Year

Red Bandit Chess
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