Scholastic Chess Sunday Tournaments
Traditional training tournaments with divisions by level — from beginners to advanced players
Triple 10
Aged under 10, rapid 10 minutes game, starts at 10am
🗓 February 15
🕙Time: 10am-12:15
📍 Venue: Kennedy Town Community Complex
🎂 Age group: Under 10
♟ Format: 5 rounds Round-Robin
🏅 Awards: Trophy and medals
for winners and participants
💰 Entry fee:
325 HKD for all players
275 HKD for Scholastic Chess club members
Juniors
Aged under 18, rapid 10 minutes game, starts at 2pm
🗓 February 15
🕙Time: 10am-12:15
📍 Venue: Kennedy Town Community Complex
🎂 Age group: Under 18
♟ Format: 5 rounds Round-Robin
🏅 Awards: Trophy and medals
for winners and participants
💰 Entry fee:
325 HKD for all players
275 HKD for Scholastic Chess club members
Parents FAQ
Who can take part in the tournaments?
All children who meet the age requirements are welcome.
Players of any level can participate — from complete beginners to experienced tournament players.
Do parents need to be present?
Parents are welcome to stay at the venue. For younger or first-time players, parental presence is encouraged for comfort and support.
Is this suitable for a first chess tournament?
Absolutely!
We are happy to welcome first-time tournament players. Our events are designed to be friendly, well-supervised, and educational. Arbiters are always available to help children understand the rules and feel comfortable.
How can my child become a club member?
Club membership is available to students who enrol in any Scholastic Chess training programme (group or private).
Members receive discounted tournament fees and access to club benefits.
How are divisions formed?
Players are grouped into small divisions (up to 6 players) based on publicly available ratings or our assessment of their level. This ensures fair and enjoyable games for everyone.
Why divisions?
Players are grouped by playing strength so everyone competes at a similar level and has a fair chance to earn awards.