Gardiner Chess run holiday programs in two locations: Brisbane and Gold Coast. Programs run from 8.30am through to 4.00pm and consists of 3-4 lessons each day where new concepts are learnt, plus tournament games and a chance to get fresh air!
Our holiday programs are a lot of fun, and a great way for kids to learn more about chess in a relaxed and engaging setting.
Students will be able to learn new strategies, play over famous games of chess, take on challenging puzzles, and play tournament games.
Coaching will be available to all levels from beginner through to tournament player.
Students should bring their lunch and snacks, water bottle and a HAT!
When
Monday 16th December — Wednesday 18th December, 2024
8:30am – 4:00pm
Where
Somerset College, Gallus Classrooms
Somerset Drive, Mudgeeraba
Cost
$70 per child per day, $130 for two days, or $180 for all three days.
$10 late fee on the day
Thursday is Tournament Day!
Gold Coast Summer Cup
When
Thursday 19th September 2024
(same venue)
Registration from 9:30am
Round 1 @ 10:00am
Finish @ 4:00pm
Cost
$40 per player. No Entries on the day.
Students will be able to learn new strategies, play over famous games of chess, take on challenging puzzles, and play tournament games.
Coaching will be available to all levels from beginner through to tournament player.
Students should bring their lunch and snacks, water bottle and a HAT!
When
Monday 16th December — Wednesday 18th December, 2024
8:30am – 4:00pm
Where
Senior Library Classrooms
Citipointe Christian College
Cost
$70 per child per day, $130 for two days or $180 for all three.
$10 late fee on the day
Thursday is Tournament Day!
Brisbane South Summer Cup
When
Thursday 19th December 2024
(same venue)
Registration from 9:30am
Round 1 @ 10:00am
Finish @ 4:00pm
Cost
$40 per player. No entries on the day
Entries for this are separate to the Holiday Program. Just look for the Brisbane South Summer Cup in the list of events!
The Cup days provide a great opportunity for students to put into practice what they have been learning at the holiday programs, or for new student to come along and just enjoy a tournament experience!
Students will play a minimum of 7 rounds across the day. Students should bring lunch, snacks, a water bottle and a hat for the day.
When
Thursday 19th December 2024
(same venue)
Times
Registration from 9:30am
Round 1 @ 10:00am
Finish @ 4:00pm
Where
Gallus Classrooms, Somerset College
Access via Somerset Drive Car Park
Time Control:
15 minutes + 3 seconds per move.
Cost
$40 per player.
No entries on the day
A tournament open to students of all ages and abilities. There will be multiple prize categories on the day to ensure everyone has an opportunity to win a prize. The tournament will be submitted for QJ rating.
Players should bring water bottle, lunch, snacks and a hat.
When
Thursday 19th December, 2024
10:00am – 4:00pm (Rego from 9.30am)
Where
Senior Library Classrooms
Citipointe Christian College
Cost
$40 per player. No entries on the day
Gardiner Chess currently runs several junior clubs in South-East Queensland.
The Brisbane Northside club runs from 6.00pm to 8.00pm every Tuesday night during term time at Nudgee College on Sandgate Road. Each night consists of students enjoying a combination of coaching sessions and playing time. The club also has different tournaments from time to time including their ACF rated club championship.
On the Gold Coast we currently run two little clubs out of our office. Mondays are for 600+ QJ cohort and Tuesday for a 500-600 cohort at this stage. Both clubs run from 4.00pm to 5.30pm. Please contact us if you are interested at all.
External clubs are a great way for students to meet new friends and be challenged by stronger players from different schools.
Event Name:
Registration for individuals is via our iClassPro app, and is only available on selected tournaments.
For all questions please contact our Events team on [email protected]
Please Note: This form is for School Teachers and Coordinators ONLY. Individual registration links are available for schools where there is no chess coordinator or official school entries. Please email [email protected] for further information.
Step One: Download the spreadsheet below and complete all details. For all questions please contact our events team on [email protected]
Step Two: Complete the form below and upload the spreadsheet.