🤝 Volunteering – Windsor Chess Club

Windsor Chess Club is powered by volunteers.
Parents, students, chess fans, seniors and community members all welcome to help us run tournaments, lessons, and programs. Volunteer hours will be tracked, and youth will be recognized for their contributions at the end of the year. References can be provided, if needed

Volunteering with us is a great way to make a difference.

💡 Why Volunteer With Windsor Chess Club?

  • Support local children and youth
  • Help create a safe, welcoming place for families
  • Gain experience in event organization and leadership
  • Earn volunteer hours (for high school students, where applicable)
  • Be part of a growing chess community in Windsor–Essex

You don’t have to be a strong chess player to help — just friendly, reliable, and willing to learn.

🧩 Volunteer Roles

You can choose one or more roles depending on your interests and availability.

♟️ Tournament Helpers/Intern Arbiter

  • We offer a special Intern Arbiter Program for those interested in pursuing National Arbiter certification, open to high school students/university students/school teachers.
  • Set up boards, pieces, and clocks and clean-up after tournaments
  • Help with registration/check-in
  • Guide players to the right boards and sections
  • Post pairings and results on the wall.
  • Tournament assistance- Scoring & assisting Tournament Director.
  • Assist with medals and awards ceremonies

🏫 School Program Assistants

  • Help supervise school chess clubs
  • Set up and take down boards
  • Support the instructor
  • Encourage good behaviour and fair play

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Event & Club Volunteers

  • Welcome new players and families
  • Answer basic questions about club activities
  • Help organize casual games and mini-events
  • Assist with snacks / refreshment tables (when offered)

🎁 What Volunteers Receive

  • Volunteer hours/Community hours will be tracked/signed for high school students
  • A friendly, supportive team environment
  • Orientation and simple training for your role
  • Youth will be recognized for their contributions at the end of the year
  • The satisfaction of helping children and families learn and enjoy chess
  • Reference letters can be provided, if needed

✅ Requirements

To keep our programs safe and well-organized:

  • Volunteers must be respectful, reliable, and on time
  • Youth volunteers may need parent/guardian consent

Details will be provided during the application process.

📅 Time Commitment

We are flexible — you can volunteer:

  • At one event
  • Once a month
  • Regularly during club nights or school programs

Let us know what works for you, and we’ll match you to a suitable role.

📩 How to Become a Volunteer

If you’re interested in volunteering with Windsor Chess Club, please contact us:

📧 Email: windsorchessclub2025@gmail.com 


📞 Phone: +12269753806

Sign Up Link: https://forms.gle/wkD3CNvVzRY4nwqi7

We will follow up with next steps and available opportunities.