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Holiday Programs & Clubs

Gardiner Chess

Holiday Programs

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.

Upcoming Events

23
Mar

2024 Term 1 Sunshine Coast One Day Challenge

Sunshine Coast Grammar School Aquatic Centre
9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Gardiner Chess is excited to present the Term 1 Sunshine Coast One Day Challenge. This one day rapid event is perfect for juniors of all ages and abilities!

  • When: Saturday 23rd March
  • Where: Sunshine Coast Grammar School Aquatic Centre, top floor Classrooms
  • Time: 9.30am for registration, starting at 10.00am and finishing approx 4.00pm
  • Cost: $40.00 per player

Other Tournament details are:

  • Time Control: 15 minutes per player + 3 seconds per move
  • Prizes
    • Trophies for 1st to 3rd place + 2 x Rating Groups
  • All games submitted for Queensland Junior Rating
  • More prizes added pending numbers.
  • Registration will CLOSE on Friday 22nd March!!

Come along and give this event a go and have a heap of fun!

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24
Mar

2024 Term 1 Gold Coast One Day Challenge

William Duncan SS Hall
9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Gardiner Chess is excited to present the Gold Coast Term 1 One Day Challenge. This one day rapid event is perfect for juniors of all ages and abilities as there will be two divisions!

The OPEN division is for all rated players and for those trying hard to get a rating. The NOVICE division will be for unrated players only and is perfect for younger or newer players wanting to try a weekend tournament for the first time.

 

  • When: Sunday 24th March
  • Where: William Duncan State School (Cnr Explorers Way and Alexander Dr, Highland Park)
  • Time: 9.30am for registration, starting at 10.00am and finishing approx 4.00pm
  • Cost: $40.00 per player

Other Tournament details are:

  • Time Control: 15 minutes per player + 3 seconds per move
  • Prizes
    • Open: 1st to 3rd place + 2 x Rating Groups
    • Novice: 1st to 3rd + Other trophies
  • All games submitted for Queensland Junior Rating
  • More prizes added pending numbers.
  • Registration will CLOSE on Friday 22nd March!!

Come along and give this event a go and have a heap of fun! Parents can hang around and enjoy some sunshine in the outside area or head across the road to the cafe and other eateries!

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03
Apr

2024 Brisbane North Easter Holiday Program

St Joseph's Nudgee College, DJ Hanley Learning Centre
8:30 am - 4:00 pm

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

Wednesday 3rd April — Thursday 4th April, 2024

8:30am – 4:00pm

Where

DJ Hanly Learning Centre, 3rd Floor Classrooms

St Joseph’s Nudgee College, Sandgate Road, Boondall

 

Cost

$70 per child per day, $130 for two days or $180 for all three.
$10 late fee on the day

 

Friday is Tournament Day!
Brisbane North Easter Cup

When

Friday 5th April 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 North Easter Cup in the list of events!

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05
Apr

2024 Brisbane North Easter Cup

St Joseph's Nudgee College, DJ Hanley Learning Centre
9:30 am - 4:00 pm

A tournament open to juniors of all ages and abilities. These events are always super popular and a lot of fun for those that take part.

When

Friday 5th April 2024

10:00am – 4:00pm

Where

DJ Hanly Learning Centre, 3rd Floor Classrooms

St Joseph’s Nudgee College, Sandgate Road, Boondall

 

Cost

$40.00 per player

No entries on the day.

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08
Apr

2024 Brisbane South Easter Holiday Program

Citipointe Christian College, Senior Library Classrooms
8:30 am - 4:00 pm

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 8th April — Wednesday 10th April, 2024

8:30am – 4:00pm

Where

Senior Library Classrooms

Citipointe Christian College

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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 11th April 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 Easter Cup in the list of events!

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08
Apr

2024 Gold Coast Easter Holiday Program

Somerset College, Gallus Building
8:30 am - 4:00 pm

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 8th April — Wednesday 10th April, 2024

8:30am – 4:00pm

Where

Somerset College, Gallus Classrooms
Somerset Drive, Mudgeeraba

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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 Easter Cup

When

Thursday 11th April 2024
(same venue)

Registration from 9:30am
Round 1 @ 10:00am
Finish @ 4:00pm

Cost

$40 per player. No Entries on the day.

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How To Get Involved In Clubs

Gardiner Chess currently runs a junior club in Brisbane – Northside Junior Chess Club.

The 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.

External clubs are a great way for students to meet new friends and be challenged by stronger players from different schools.

Event Registration

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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]

Teacher & Coordinator Registration

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.

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