Join us for our
USCF Chess
Tournament Series:
Baxter Academy Chess Team wins State Championships 2024!
Baxter Academy Chess Program
Led by Baxter Chess Fellow and National Chess Master, Majur Juac teaches a regular chess class at Baxter Academy. Baxter Academy offers a unique chess program taught by US Chess Master Majur Jurac from South Sudan.
This rare opportunity will engage novice and experienced players alike. Students will have the opportunity to join a global community in a game that is over 1500 years old. While the international chess federation (FIDE) host teams from 180 countries. STEM programmers continue to develop artificial intelligence that can challenge evolving World Chess Masters. In 2020, e-sport teams began signing players for the first time.
Community Chess meeting on Tuesdays!
Hosted by Master Chess Player, Majur Juac, Community Chess is open to students 10+. Younger students must be accompanied by an adult. Join us for tournament preparation or simply time of open play, according to your skill level. We love to see you.
Baxter Academy: 185 Lancaster Street, Portland, Maine
Time: Tuesdays 3-4:30
(except when school is our of session)
Questions, contact 207-699-5500
Students should bring lunch and water bottle.
Students Ages: Middle and High School
Chess sets will be provided.
Pick up/drop off at Baxter Academy (185 Lancaster Street, Portland). Throughout the week, students will be at Deering Oaks Park.
Chess tournaments!
First Saturday of Every Month:
next Tournament October 5 -
registration 9:45, clock start@10:00
USCF ID required (may register on site.)
Location: Baxter Academy, 185 Lancaster Street in Portland Maine
Tournament Director: Majur Juac
Details:
25+5 time control/ 3 round quads
$10 entrance fee, $15 cash prize for quad winners
*Volunteers always welcome.
(May 4th/ June 8th/ July 6th/ August 3rd/ September 7th/ October 5th/ November 2nd/ December 7th) More information.