Recreation John H. Kerr Dam, Buggs Island Lake, and Lake Gaston are within 20 minutes from Chase City. Citation fishing, boating, and other water sports are enjoyed the year-round. Cultural and historic sites abound. Among the sports enjoyed at nearby parks, clubs and fields, including Chase City Community Park are soccer, football, softball, baseball, basketball, tennis, golf, riflery, and archery. Two gun clubs are nearby.
Camping also is a top recreation enjoyed by area citizens.
Vocational training is an integral part of the county school system and Southside Community College. The John H. Daniel campus of the Southside Virginia Community College is located on State Route 40, a short 20-minute drive from Chase City.