Nope. We are not. We are simply Islip residents who have worked really hard to create an environment where our kids can play chess with other kids who also love the game.

Again, no. The chess boards, pieces, time, and support to make this club work are all donated by Islip residents and parents of Islip Chess kids.

Yes! Parents must remain on site in supervision of their children.

While we always bring several extra boards to loan out --- yes, bringing your own board and pieces is extremely helpful.

We are just starting out, but our hope is to meet at least twice a month and, eventually, weekly. Really, this will be decided by participation and enthusiasm amongst participants and parents.

In a month or two we hope to sell some t-shirts and  other gear to off set the ancilary costs associated with running the club well (E.g. boards, clocks, etc.). If we do well, proceeds will be put towards either funding our own tournament(s) or facilitating scholastic tournament participation.