Chess Club

Participants will learn chess basics, strategies, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels, from beginners to champions are welcome.   

This club meeting also features a beginner group lesson by Tim Hanks, United States Chess Federation (USCF) National Master.  

Tim Hanks is a retired Electrical Engineering Manager now residing in Hickory, NC after 42 years of working in the Aerospace Industry. He’s a Life Member of the United States Chess Federation (USCF) and National Master with over 39 years as a chess instructor, mentor, coach and USCF tournament director. Tim is the founder of the Chess by Hanks Academy. He is a chess photojournalist, writer, mentor and offers in-person and online chess instruction.