South Australian Chess Clubs..
If you are looking for a casual game of chess , seeking out your nearest club might help. Look below at the list of clubs. Please note some of these clubs are for coaching ( of juniors and/or adults) while others provide social chess.
If you are a member of a chess club that does not appear on this list and you would like it added or if there is information about your club that needs changing, you can email us at [email protected] or get your President/Representative to contact us.
Here is a list of Chess Clubs in South Australia:
| Chess Clubs | Area |
| Aberfoyle | Aberfoyle Park |
| Adelaide | Adelaide, 5000 |
| Athol Park | Athol Park, 5032 |
| Adelaide University | North Terrace, 5005 |
| ChessNut Deli | Brighton, 5048 |
| Christie Downs | Christie Downs, 5164 |
| Elizabeth | Elizabeth, 5118 |
| Flinders University | Bedford Park, 5042 |
| Ingle Farm | Ingle Farm, 5098 |
| Knights & Bytes Adults | Torrensville, 5031 |
| Knights & Bytes Rookies | Torrensville, 5031 |
| Matisons | |
| Modbury | Modbury, 5092 |
| Norwood | Norwood, 5067 |
| West Torrens | North Plympton, 5037 |
| Whyalla | Whyalla, 5600 |
Aberfoyle Park
| Meetings | Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 pm |
| Where | Aberfoyle Community Centre56 Sunnymeade Drive, Aberfoyle Park |
| Members Fee | |
| Contact | MatthewPh. 0421 633 953 |
| Website | – |
Adelaide
| Meetings | Sunday Afternoons |
| Where | SA Chess Centre10 Ranelagh StreetAdelaide. 5000 SA |
| Members Fee | |
| Contact | Roly EimePh. (08) 8268 1374 |
| Website | www.chesskids.com.au |
Athol Park
| Meetings | Thursdays, 5-6:30 pm |
| Where | Copernicus Hall (Dom Kopernika260 Grand Junction Rd, Athol Park |
| Members Fee | |
| Contact | MatthewPh. 0421 633 953 |
| Website | www.chesskids.com.au |
Adelaide University
The Adelaide University Chess Club is open to both students and non-students.
| Meetings | Tuesdays and Fridays, 1-4 pm |
| Where | WP Rogers Room, 4th Floor Union BuildingAdelaide University; North Terrace 5005In the WP Rogers Room |
| Members Fee | $5 for students$10 for non-student |
| Contact | President Andrew [email protected]. (08) 8332 3752 |
| Website | www.unichess.org |
ChessNut Deli
| Meetings | All the time. Regulars meet Sunday afternoons. |
| Where | 47 Jetty Road, Brighton 5164 |
| Contact | ph (08) 8298 4480 |
Getting tired of the Chess Centre? Want to try something different?
Now you can play chess with friends and family at a deli in Brighton. The owner, is a true “chessnut” and is inviting you all to come and have a social game whenever you want.
Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere down at Brighton, have a bite to eat and play a game.
Christie Downs
| Meetings | Saturdays 3.30 pm-6.30pm |
| Where | Elizabeth House112 Elizabeth Road Christie Downs, 5164 |
| Members Fee | Nothing |
| Contact | Geoffph (08) 8387 1220 Matthew-Juniors ClubPh. 0421 633 953 |
| Website | – |
Elizabeth
| Meetings | Friday Nights 7 pm – 11pm |
| Where | Regency Institute of TAFEElizabeth Campus, Woodford Road, Elizabeth |
| Members Fee | $1/night (could change) |
| Contact | H. VinkPh. (08) 8522-3372 |
| Website | – |
Flinders University
| Meetings | Thursday afternoons 12.30pm-2.pm |
| Where | Club’s & Society, Main Campus, (under the tavern), Bedford Park 5042 |
| Members Fee | |
| Contact | Ph. 041-354-1345 |
| Website | – |
Ingle Farm Library Chess Club
| Meetings | 3-5pm every Friday [except public holidays] |
| Where | c/-Ingle Farm Library cnr Roopena and Beovich Roads, Ingle Farm 5098 |
| Members Fee | free |
| Contact | David Merrifield 8265 4717 |
| Details | Play chess in a fun and friendly atmosphere. All ages and Beginners welcome. Its FREE!! |
Knights and Bytes Adults
| Meetings | Monday Nights, 7pm-9pm |
| Where | 183 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville SA 5031 |
| Cost/Day | $8 |
| Contact | Alan GoldsmithPh. 8211-9149 |
| Website | www.knightsandbytes.com.au |
Knights and Bytes Rookies
A club for the kids.
| Meetings | Saturday 2.pm – 5pm |
| Where | 183 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville SA 5031 |
| Cost/day | $8 ( $12 per family) |
| Contact | Alan GoldsmithPh. (08) 8211-7189 |
| Website | www.knightsandbytes.com.au |
Matisons
| Meetings | |
| Where | |
| Members Fee | |
| Contact | Aivars LidumsPh. (08) 8379-1496 |
| Website | – |
Modbury
| Meetings | Friday Nights 7.45pm |
| Where | Burragah Recreation Centre140 Kelly Road, Modbury, 5092 |
| Members Fee | |
| Contact | W. Anderson-SmithPh. (08) 8251-1743 |
| Website | – |
Norwood
| Meetings | Monday Nights 7.45pm |
| Where | 1st Floor, 110 The Parade, Norwood, 5067 |
| Members Fee | |
| Contact | George HowardPh. (08) 8271-2757 |
| Website | – |
West Torrens
| Meetings | Wednesday Nights, 7.45pm |
| Where | Kandahar House327 Marion Road, North Plympton, 5037 |
| Members Fee | $10 per year |
| Contact | Don PricePh. (08) 8356-3670 |
| Website | – |
Woodcroft
| Meetings | Saturdays, 11am- 12:30 pm |
| Where | Woodcroft-Morphett Vale Neighbourhood Centre175 Bains RdMorphett Vale |
| Members Fee | |
| Contact | MatthewPh. 0421 633 953 |
| Website | – |
Whyalla
| Meetings | |
| Where | |
| Members Fee | |
| Contact | D, BabiPO Box 193, Whyalla, 5600 |
| Website | – |