We work closely with Richmond Junior Chess Club, a professionally run club offering group tuition, rated games and external competitions for ambitious young players. RJCC was founded in 1975, originally as an offshoot of RTCC, and is regarded as one of the strongest and best children’s chess clubs in the country.

Richmond Junior Chess Club meets at Orleans Park School, Richmond Road, Twickenham on Saturday afternoons from 2:00 to 5:00. Visit their website here.

We’re currently considering starting a junior section at RTCC, designed for (mostly) older children who are interested in graduating to club chess at adult level. This will probably start in September, with perhaps some trial sessions during the summer holidays.

Our only criterion for membership will be that children can demonstrate to us that they have a genuine passion for chess.

Our Junior Chess Manager, Richard James, can offer free consultations and provide advice on the best approach for parents and schools to take regarding children’s chess. To book a consultation, to discuss private individual or small group tuition, or for further information about any aspect of junior chess please contact Richard. You’re also welcome to visit Richard’s website here.