TCA is here to connect you to the resources you need to thrive in the chess world. Join today to unlock
these exclusive benefits:
- Play in major Texas tournaments (like the Southwest Open, State Scholastic Championships, etc.) subject to entry fees and strive to become a Texas Chess Master
- Enjoy an online or paper subscription to Texas Knights, the award-winning Texas chess magazine you have to have
- Compete in cool contests like the Best Article Contest, the Grand Prix Program (coming soon) and, for those under 19, college scholarships
- Have a voice in the future of chess through voting rights in TCA elections and representation at the national level through TCA-funded Delegates
- Improve your visibility as a tournament director through our TD Clearinghouse
- Help other people through committee service and other volunteer opportunities
- Support meaningful chess programs like the stipend program that helps our very best scholastic players compete at the National invitationals every year
Individual & Family Membership Fees
| Type | One Year | Lifetime | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | $10.00 | $200.00 | |
| Regular Non-Subscriber | $5.00 | ||
| Family | $15.00 | ||
| Family Online | $10.00 | ||
| Junior | $7.50 | $200.00 | 18 and under |
| Junior Online | $3.00 | 18 and under | |
| Student | $7.50 | $200.00 | With ID |
| Student Online | $3.00 | With ID | |
| Patron | $25.00 | $500.00 | 1st Class Mailing |
| Patron Online | $15.00 | 1st Class Mailing | |
| Family Patron | $30.00 | 1st Class Mailing | |
| Foreign | $12.50 | Canada & Mexico | |
| Foreign | $17.50 | except Canada & Mexico | |
| Blind | $2.00 | No magazine. | |
| Junior Tournament | $2.00 | Valid for entry into TCA tournament. Junior only. No magazine. |
You may complete your new member or renewal application online now.
Affiliate Memberships
You can make your school, chess club or other organization a TCA Affiliate today for only $10 a year.
In addition to supporting the growth of chess throughout Texas, you will be able to promote your events on our Facebook page, receive a free quarter-page advertisement in Texas Knights each year and list your TD openings on the TD Clearinghouse. Affiliates are also listed on our website, giving you an edge your competitors lack. Join today.
Affiliates are not agents of TCA and do not have voting rights.