Who are you?
We are the Westport Chess Club of Kansas City, Missouri. We've been going strong since 1987. We get together once a week to play chess, either casually or in a tournament. We're mostly over age 21, but students of all ages are welcome.
How much does it cost?
Your first visit to our chess club is free. After that, it's $1/visit for kids and students and just $2/visit for everyone else. There is no membership fee to join our club.
You play chess at the Westport Flea Market?
The Westport Flea Market, located at 817 Westport Rd., Kansas City, MO 64111, is a pretty cool, casual bar & grill near downtown Kansas City, Missouri. We play chess in one of their rooms. They give us food and drink specials, too. Did you know they've been rated best burger in KC since 1987? They've also got more than 40 beers on tap. Please don't drink and drive.
When do you play?
-We meet in person every Tuesday evening from 6:30 - 10:00 (in the room that faces Westport Rd.)
-We also meet each Wednesday virtually at 7:00 at our club on Chess.com.
Check our calendar for event information.
Do I have to bring anything?
Nope! We provide classic club-style chess pieces (weighted plastic) and chess mats (roll-up vinyl). We also have a few analog chess clocks available if you want to use one. If you're playing in one of our rated tournaments, please know your USCF ID. Thanks!
What if I'm not very good or I'm new to chess?
Most people aren't good at chess. Really, and that includes me. Besides, playing with stronger players is a great way to learn and improve. We have members of all abilities who are happy to play chess with you.
I'd like to have my own chess set. Where can I buy one?
Many types of chess sets are available at House of Staunton or Wholesale Chess.
Can I register to become a USCF member at one of your tournaments?
Sorry, no. Would you please register to become a USCF member at their site? It's much easier for you and us. Thanks.
Do I have to play in your tournaments?
No, not at all. There are always people ready to play casual non-tournament chess.
Do you play other games, like Checkers or Go?
We're a chess club, and we stick to chess and chess variants like "Bughouse" or "Chess960". Some of us like to play around with computer chess, too.
Where do I park?
There is parking in the lots to the east and south of the Westport Flea Market. There is also street parking on the north side of the building.
How can I be notified of upcoming events?
Easy! You can:
- Join our club email list. Just send a message to moc.liamg@bulCssehCtroptseW and tell us you want to be on our list. (We will hit your inbox maybe once per week.)
- Join our club on Chess.com. We chat, have members-only tournaments, and play team Vote Chess against other clubs. Join in! This is the best way to keep in touch.
- Follow our club on Twitter.
- We have a Facebook presence but are not very active there.
- We also have an Instagram presence, but we aren't very active there either.
