Gardiner Chess prides itself on running first class events which cater to a variety of abilities. Whether a child is looking to play in their first tournament outside of school, through to the top players from Australia and overseas we have an event suitable for everyone. If you are not sure whether an event may be suitable for you/your child please let us know and we will be able to assist.
The Gold Coast Open is the marquee event in Queensland and has become established as one of the elite tournaments in Australia. Gardiner Chess’ aim with the Gold Coast Open is to provide an opportunity for players of all levels to compete with Minor, Major and Premier divisions. Our Premier division goal is to help generate GM and IM Norms for aspiring players, and IA or FA Norms for aspiring arbiters.
The organising team led by FA Shaun Curtis would love to welcome you to the Gold Coast to compete in this wonderful event.
his event is for both adults and juniors. The Gardiner Chess Blitz Championships is a great opportunity for players to have some fun whilst competing to the best of their ability.
When
Sunday 12th December 2021
Where
William Duncan State School,
Explorers Way, Highland Park 4211
Cost
$25 per player or $35 if paying after 5pm Friday 10th December.
Schedule
Registration @ 9:00am Round 1 @ 9:30am, Finish time @ 12:30pm
Time Control
3 minutes + 2 seconds per move
Prizes
1st – $150, 2nd – $120, 3rd – $80
3 x Rating Groups – $50
Trophies for Cadets 1st – 3rd
This event is for both adults and juniors. The Transfer Championships is a great opportunity for players to have fun whilst competing to the best of their ability.
If you know your partner in advance, please indicate their name in the additional information section. If you do not have a partner we can help find you one on the day!
When
Sunday 12th December 2021
Where
William Duncan State School Hall,
Explorers Way, Highland Park 4211
Cost
$25per player or $35 if paying on the day.
Schedule
Registration @ 1:15pm
Round 1 @ 1:45 pm, Finish time @ 4:30pm
Time Control
5 minutes per player
Prizes
1st – $150, 2nd – $120, 3rd – $80
3 x Rating Groups – $50
Holiday Chess Programs are a great mix of learning and tournament play. Each day children will get 3 coaching sessions (often rotating coaches) as well as 7 rated tournament games.
This allows children to learn and then reinforce the concepts with tournament play. These programs are suitable for juniors of all levels from children who have never played to nationally competitive players with experienced coaches for every level of ability.
These programs are designed to be extremely educational but also a lot of fun for the children and a way to keep learning even during school holidays!
For the Gold Coast Summer Cup event please see this link.
Please note, parents are not permitted to stay on school grounds throughout the program.
When
Monday 13th December – Wednesday 15th December 2021
8:30am – 4:00pm
Where
Somerset College (Gallas classrooms)
Via Somerset Drive main entrance (near the hall)
Cost
$60 per child per day or $150 for all 3 days
$5 late fee for entries after 5pm Fri 24th.
$10 late fee on the day
Prizes
Small prizes each day with medals for overall prize winners across the 3 days.
Please note children are to bring their own lunch, drink bottle and hat!
Holiday Chess Programs are a great mix of learning and tournament play. Each day children will get 3 coaching sessions (often rotating coaches) as well as 7 rated tournament games.
This allows children to learn and then reinforce the concepts with tournament play. These programs are suitable for juniors of all levels from children who have never played to nationally competitive players with experienced coaches for every level of ability.
These programs are designed to be extremely educational but also a lot of fun for the children and a way to keep learning even during school holidays!
For the Brisbane Summer Cup, please see this link.
Please note, parents are not permitted to stay on school grounds throughout the program.
When
Monday 13th December – Tuesday 14th December 2021
8:30am – 4:00pm
Where
Carson Room, Mt Gravatt Bowls Club
Logan Road, Upper Mount Gravatt
Cost
$60 per child per day or $100 for both
$10 late fee on the day
Prizes
Small prizes each day with medals for overall prize winners across the 2 days.
Please note children are to bring their own lunch, drink bottle and hat!
Holiday Chess Programs are a great mix of learning and tournament play. Each day children will get 3 coaching sessions (often rotating coaches) as well as 7 rated tournament games.
This allows children to learn and then reinforce the concepts with tournament play. These programs are suitable for juniors of all levels from children who have never played to nationally competitive players with experienced coaches for every level of ability.
These programs are designed to be extremely educational but also a lot of fun for the children and a way to keep learning even during school holidays!
For the Brisbane Summer Cup, please see this link.
Please note, parents are not permitted to stay on school grounds throughout the program.
When
Wednesday 15th December – Thursday 16th December 2021
8:30am – 4:00pm
Where
Emmanuel Uniting Church
92 Laurel Street, Ennogera
Cost
$60 per child per day or $100 for both
$10 late fee on the day
Prizes
Small prizes each day with medals for overall prize winners across the 2 days.
Please note children are to bring their own lunch, drink bottle and hat!
Gold Coast Summer Cup 2021
When
Thursday 16th December
Where
Somerset College, Gallas Classrooms
Entry via front school carpark off Somerset Drive.
Registration from 9:30am
Round 1 @ 10:00am
Finish @ 4:00pm
Cost
$30 per player or $40 if paying on the day
Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd as well as rating group prizes
Please note children are to bring their own lunch, drink bottle and hat!
Find all of the relevant event policies here, including our photography policies, supervision policy, etc.
Check out all the results from previous events. We will have events from this year and last year available, whilst we have archives off-site for other results if required.
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Registration for individuals is via our iClassPro app, and is only available on selected tournaments.
For all questions please contact Shaun on scurtis@gardinerchess.com.au.
Please Note: This form is for School Teachers & Coordinators ONLY. Individual registrations are unavailable at this time due to COVID-19 restrictions. Please call the Gardiner Chess office (07) 5522 7221 or email Shaun on scurtis@gardinerchess.com.au for more information.
Step One: Download the spreadsheet below and complete all details. For all questions please contact Shaun on scurtis@gardinerchess.com.au
Step Two: Complete the form below and upload the spreadsheet.