The Marseille branch of UGAB, the Armenian General Benevolent Union, offers chess courses taught by Armen Petrossian at 327 boulevard Michelet in the ninth arrondissement. Chess holds a special place in Armenian culture, with the game taught in Armenia's schools and its grandmasters widely followed, and these courses carry that interest into the diaspora. The classes are open to members of Marseille's Armenian community and suit learners who want structured instruction rather than casual play. For course details and enrolment, call 06 26 67 28 02.