Rooty Hill Chess Club is a long-running chess club based in Greater Western Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Founded in 1978, it welcomes players across all experience levels. Today, it supports regular over-the-board chess with a strong competitive focus.
The club organizes major rated tournaments, including the Sydney International Open. In addition, it delivers FIDE- and ACF-rated events with clear sections and consistent playing conditions. Moreover, its tournament operations are led by an experienced team of organizers and arbiters.
Furthermore, the club builds chess participation through community-friendly weekly play and player development pathways. As a result, members can progress from local events to stronger open competitions. At the same time, the club emphasizes fair play, punctual scheduling, and reliable communication.