New Jersey Chess Club
New Jersey Chess Club, Morristown’s premier chess hub, fosters strategic growth and competitive play. We provide expert coaching, a dynamic community, and an elite environment for players to sharpen skills, build connections, and fuel their passion for chess.
— About Us
And Why NJCC?
Since 2024, New Jersey Chess Club has been offering affordable chess lessons to students of all levels and ages, as well as chess tournaments, casual chess meets, and community enrichment programs for the larger audience.
Located in the heart of Morristown, with schools at the Morristown Masonic Center. New Jersey Chess Club (NJCC), a privately-owned Chess school established in 2024 with the aim of providing professional chess instruction in a nurturing environment to students of all levels (beginner, advanced, master and Grandmaster level). Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, NJCC has made virtual education another option and now offers its curriculum to students online. These NJCC virtual programs provide a unique platform for students across the globe to join our rich chess community at New Jersey Chess Club!
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NJCC Tournaments
Our traditional tournaments are back both on-site and virtual!
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Summer Chess Camp
Open to kids from ages 6 to 16 We promise a 6:1 student's teacher ratio
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Chess Classes
On Site and Virtual Semesters.
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School News
Tournaments reports and results
Staff
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Sarah Cotor
Founder
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Vince Alize
President & Chief T.D.
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Devin Scanlon
Instructor & Tournament Director
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Saro Khachatouri
Fide Instructor
(Virtual Lessons)
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National Master Qi Pang
Volunteer
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Markian Zabihaylo
Instructor
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William Culbertson
Instructor
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Patrick E. Falco
Volunteer
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Tunji Emuleomo
Director of Esports
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Alexander Lorenzo
Donor & Trustee
Clubs We Sponsor
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Hackettstown Chess Club
Monday nights at 7:30 PM at the Hackettstown Community Center, located at 293 Main St, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
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U.S.L. Hinchliffe Stadium 2026
Currently In Development
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Fairleigh Dickinson University Chess Club
Spring Semester is over and now meets at NJCC
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Morris County Community College
The Chess Club is organized to play, teach and compete in chess. All levels of players (from beginner to Grand Master) are welcomed.
Advisor: Aisha Santos
Instagram: @chessclub_ccm
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Arc Morris
Currently In Development
FAQs
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We are located at 39 Maple Ave. Morristown, NJ, 07960
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Yes! We are affiliated with USCF, we host weekly & monthly rated tournaments. USCF Member ID: A9213586
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New Jersey Chess Club’s Elite Membership, where chess meets prestige, strategy, and social connection. From Wednesday to Friday, 3 PM – 10 PM, our private club gatherings offer a space to challenge top local players, refine your game, and engage in high-level discussions with a community of serious chess enthusiasts.
Membership grants priority access to club-rated tournaments, guest lectures, private simuls, and VIP chess events experiences designed for those who see chess as more than just a game.
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We offer chess coaching sessions with titled players for beginners, intermediate, and advanced players, led by experienced members or guest coaches. Online resources are also available to help members improve their skills.
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We enforce a strict code of conduct to ensure a safe, respectful environment. Harassment and inappropriate behavior are not tolerated, and our leadership team is trained to address any issues.
All Staff SafeSport Certified
