Chess directory
Chess links and resources
Recommended starting points
Play, study, analyze, and connect
Below is a curated directory of resources for casual and tournament players. Some external services have their own membership accounts, policies, and fees.
Play online
Puzzles and training
Position analysis and game tools
Lichess Analysis BoardSet up a position, import a PGN or FEN, and analyze with Stockfish.Chess.com AnalysisBrowser position and game analysis with move feedback.Chessboard.jsA standalone browser board useful for displaying and testing chess positions.Opening ExplorerReview common opening moves and master-game results.Lichess Open DatabaseDownloadable games, evaluations, puzzles, and opening data for advanced study.
Local and regional chess
Main Line Chess ClubA long-running nearby club with rated play and club events.MasterMinds Chess ClubPhiladelphia-area tournaments, quads, and scholastic programs.Nearby Rated EventsWest Chester Chess Club's guide to Paoli and regional rated chess.Philadelphia ASAP ChessFree scholastic tournaments and chess programming for Philadelphia students.Pennsylvania Club DirectoryThe state federation's directory of clubs open to visitors.
Pennsylvania and scholastic chess
Pennsylvania State Chess FederationThe US Chess state affiliate, state championships, ratings, clubs, and scholastic information.PA State ChampionshipsCurrent Pennsylvania championship announcements and schedules.ASAP Scholastic ChessMonthly rated scholastic tournaments and school chess support.US Chess Tournament SearchSearch rated events by location, date, format, and online status.
National and international organizations
US Chess FederationNational ratings, memberships, tournaments, news, clubs, and scholastic chess.FIDE RatingsOfficial international ratings, rankings, profiles, and title information.FIDEThe international governing body for chess and world championship events.US Chess WomenPrograms, news, and opportunities supporting women and girls in chess.