Now Enrolling — January 2026

Where Young Minds
Master Chess

Bournemouth’s premier junior chess club. Every Saturday at Bournemouth Central Library, we teach children of all levels, from first moves to tournament champions.

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Meet Our Team
10+
Years Running
30+
Weekly Players
5
DBS Coaches
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Every Saturday

Two sessions at Bournemouth Central Library — morning learning with structured coaching from experienced instructors.

10am – 11am • 11:30am – 12:30pm
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Three Skill Levels

From total beginners to advanced competitors. We place players by ability and progress them through structured levels.

Beginner → Intermediate → Advanced
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Just £8.50 Per Session

Pre-book online, choose your session, and commit to weekly improvement. 25–30 mins teaching plus 30 mins competitive play.

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Latest Updates

Club News

Weekly reports, results, upcoming tournaments, and all things Bournemouth Junior Chess.

1 February 2026

Club Closed 7th & 14th Feb — Reopens 21st Feb

Great turnout of 21 players last Saturday with some excellent games. The club takes a short two-week break and returns on the 21st.

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26 January 2026

Dorset Junior Chess Championships

Sunday 1st March at Lytchett Matravers Village Hall. Open to all juniors in school years 2–13. Entry just £8.

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12 January 2026

Welcome Back — 30 Juniors on Opening Week!

A fantastic return for the January 2026 term with 30 eager players across all levels. The energy was wonderful.

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Resources

Learn Chess

From your first move to mastering endgames — study materials curated by our coaching team.

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Our Coaches

Meet the Team

Experienced, DBS-certified chess teachers passionate about developing young minds.

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Eric Sachs

Club Founder

Former Dorset Junior Chess Officer. Has taught chess in schools across the region and developed champions at every level.

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Paul Errington

Coach

Supporting the club from day one. Chairman of Bournemouth Chess Club and experienced schools coach.

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Steve Bailey

Coach

Personable and patient, Steve has helped develop countless beginners to intermediate standard. Poole Chess Club member.

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Graham Hillman

Coach

Chairman of Wimborne Chess Club. Retired engineer with decades of experience and a passion for discovering future champions.

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Ready to Make Your First Move?

Join Bournemouth’s most welcoming junior chess club. All skill levels, every Saturday. Chess is a life skill.

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Contact

Get in Touch

Eric Sachs

📞 07968 472596   •   ✉️ eric.sachs@btinternet.com

📍 Bournemouth Central Library, every Saturday during term time