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Scouting America Chess Merit Badge Workshops

  • Cost: Free
  • Formats Available: virtual and in-person workshops
  • Eligibility: Scouts ages 11 – 17
  • Requirements: Must have basic knowledge of chess rules
  • Additional Requirements: Must have access to a computer with a microphone and webcam to participate in virtual workshops

 

Chess Merit Badge

 

The Saint Louis Chess Club first introduced the Chess Merit Badge in 2011. Since then, it has become one of the most popular badges in the Scouting America merit badge catalog, with over 300,000 scouts earning their Chess Merit badges.

The Saint Louis Chess Club Chess Merit Badge workshops provide a dynamic program of learning and adventure that builds critical thinking, advanced planning, and good sportsmanship.

Scouting America Chess Merit Badge Workshops in St Louis MO

Virtual Workshops

Virtual Chess Merit Badge workshops meet online daily for one-hour sessions Monday through Friday over two weeks.

Monday through Friday

7 – 8 PM Central Time

Meeting Links to be Provided

Register now for the following virtual 2026 workshops:

Workshop 1
February 9 – February 20
Workshop 2
April 27 – May 8
Workshop 3
October 5 – October 16
Workshop 4
December 7 – December 18
Virtual Registration
Chess Background

Helpful Information about Chess Merit Badges

Scouting America’s Chess Merit Badge Webpage

Scouting America Chess Merit Badge Pamphlet

For any inquiries regarding the Saint Louis Chess Club Chess Merit Badge workshops, please email the Scholastics Department.

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