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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! 

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 Scholastic Classes

 

Scholastic Chess Classes (Winter 2025)
 

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

10 Sundays: January 5th - March 23rd

Location: RBC Studio


Two Options:

Beginners 9:00-9:45am

Intermediates 10:00-11:00am

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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 10:1 teacher student ratios and an emphasis on instruction.  

​Chess 101 For Casual Adult Players


3 Mondays: January 13th - February 3rd​

​7:30pm - 9:00pm

Location: RBC Studio

Description: This class is open to adults who enjoy playing the game of chess casually, have done little or no study, and would like to boost their knowledge of the game. Each session will feature a discussion/lecture period and practice session. This class is led by National Chess Master Ian Harris.  No tournament experience required.

Upcoming Workshops

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


 

3rd Rapid & Blitz

Saturday, December 28th
12:00pm - 4:30pm

Location: RBC Studio

2nd RBC Classic

Fridays: Jan 10th - 31st
One game per week
7:30-9:45pm
Format: G/60; D10

Location: RBC Studio

Open Events

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Scholastic Events

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 62
Sunday, December 8th

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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