Welcome to The Chess Refinery

Drop in to see what we're about. This is the nicest chess club the city of Houston has seen in decades. Plus, we're non-profit! 

Educational Outreach

More details to follow. Programs will aid underprivileged kids, senior assisted living communities, etc.

Scholastic Programs

For kids - casual practice time and structured lessons available.

Casual Play

Casual OTB (over the board) Play

Tournaments

Wednesday Monthly Swiss; 360+ Saturdays; Sat Swiss 75; Quick/Blitz; Rated & Unrated Events; see more under "events and programs"

The Chess Refinery is a Texas nonprofit organization in the process of applying for 501(c)(3) status.

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