If you're a newcomer to this 1500-year-old game, we want to help you get better. Browse through uschess.org's detailed material including the official rules, a glossary and a FAQ and chess history designed specially for those starting out.

Learn to Play Chess - Interactively!

In conjunction with the USCF, Chess Magnet School is offering an interactive program to teach you chess. Practice until you're good enough to play a real game! Discounts for Chess Magnet School programs are also available to USCF members.

Click here to learn the Rules of Chess, and play the computer, on ChessMagnetSchool.com.