Queens Gambit

♟️ Looking for something fun, educational, and free this summer?

Join us for our Summer Chess Drop-Ins at the Wilkinsburg Public Library and Millvale Community Library! Whether you're brand new to chess or already know your way around the board, everyone is welcome.

-Free community classes
-No registration required
-All ages and skill levels welcome

We also offer private lessons and group classes throughout the summer.

Tag a parent, grandparent, teacher, or friend who should know about this opportunity!

Every move tells a story.

So far in 2026, young people across our region learned new skills, built confidence, competed in tournaments, explored leadership opportunities, and discovered the power of strategic thinking through chess.

Our latest newsletter highlights the students, partners, instructors, and communities making this work possible.

♟️ Read the latest Queens Gambit Chess Institute newsletter and see the impact we're creating together: https://mailchi.mp/084ab09cd0d0/june2026newsletter

Thank you to everyone who continues to support our mission of empowering the next generation of strategic leaders.

Join us at PNC Park ⚾♟️

We’re honored to be recognized as a Nonprofit of the Game.

When you purchase a ticket through Queens Gambit, you’re supporting opportunities for young people to build confidence, leadership, and lifelong skills through chess.

Get your tickets and make your next move: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Queensgambit0724

Learning looks different here ♟️ Students are practicing focus, strategy, and how to think through challenges one move at a time.

Every move might not lead to a win, but every move teaches something.

At Queens Gambit, students learn to reflect, adapt, and keep moving forward. That mindset lasts far beyond the board.

Duo studying the board before round one like… ♟️🦉

Wrong answers only: what move is Duo making first?

Duolingo

Confidence doesn’t appear overnight.

It grows through trying, learning, adjusting, and making the next move anyway.

That’s what students practice every time they sit down at the board.

Our Wi******er Thurston Chess Team had a great time welcoming Dr. King this week ♟️

Students had the opportunity to learn more about an exciting new project he’s developing, ask questions, and engage in fun chess games.

We’re excited for what’s ahead - more news soon.

More moments from the Duo Cup! ♟️📸

So proud of all of the students who showed up ready to learn, compete, and support one another throughout the day. The energy, focus, and sportsmanship in the room were incredible.

Already looking forward to the next one in July!