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The Best place to play Chess on the Coast
Important INFORMATION
We have relocated
- From January 2026, The Suncoast Chess Club has relocated to the Environmental Centre, Immanuel Lutheran College Buderim. 126-142 Wises Rd, Buderim QLD 4556.
Our new location
- Review the map shown and locate point 37. The Chess Club House will be located at this new address from 2026 onward.
- The facility will provide a state-of-the-art Chess Club environment.
- We have changed the tournament format schedules and only selected tournaments will be officially CAQ rated. However, all tournaments will be Queensland Junior Rated (QJR). Please check the tournament schedules further information on these schedules for the tournament codes. Note that (QJR) only tournaments will not require CAQ Membership, as these are regarded as a separate rating.
- All CAQ participants must be current members of the Chess Association of Queensland (CAQ). Proof of active CAQ membership must be presented prior to participating in any clubhouse tournament.
- Please note that CAQ memberships will no longer be processed through the club. To register or renew your membership, please visit the CAQ website: https://caq.org.au/membership-levels/
- You can download the full 2026 tournament schedule from the SCCC Document Downloads page: https://suncoastchess.com.au/document-downloads
Welcome to Suncoast Chess Club 2026
Tuesday Evenings
- Social chess from 6:00 pm till late
- Scheduled Tournaments from 7:00 pm Tournaments will be Queensland Junior rated. In addition, only the classic tournaments will be rated with the Australian Chess Federation (ACF)
Sunday Afternoon
- Social chess from 1:00 pm till 4:30 pm
- Scheduled Tournaments from 1:30 pm Check the Sunday Schedule for rating type.
2026 Club House Membership
Join the Club in 2026 — Be Part of the Action!
Step into a thrilling year of chess and camaraderie by becoming a member of our club for 2026! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's never been a better time to get involved.
Membership Structure — Quarterly Access,
Year-Round Fun!
2026 is divided into four dynamic quarters, each offering 13 weeks of competitive and social play:
- Quarter 1: January – March
- Quarter 2: April – June
- Quarter 3: July – September
- Quarter 4: October – December
As a member, you’ll enjoy free entry to all regular club sessions — no door fees, ever! Each member can participate in more than 22+ sessions per quarter, including both ACF-rated and Queensland Junior-rated tournaments held on Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. (Note: Our four special Family Day events are separately ticketed.)
Membership Fees (Per Quarter)
Membership Type Cost
Single $40.00
Family of 2 $65.00
Family of 3+ $75.00
Play More, Grow More!
We encourage all members to make the most of their membership by attending as many Tuesday and Sunday sessions as possible. The more you play, the more you grow — and with no door fees, it’s all about showing up and enjoying the game.
Non-Members
Door Fees: $10.00
Join Our Community
Become a member of our community and enjoy exclusive perks and benefits. Membership includes access to our Club House Tournaments (terms and conditions apply), resources, and online community.
Tuesday 20th January - 24th February 2026 - 7:00 pm
Hear Ye, Hear Ye!
Lords and Ladies of the noble game, By decree of the Grand Council of Chess, thou art summoned to partake in a most wondrous contest:
The Endless Summer Classic Chess Tournament
Six weeks in succession One duel per eve, as the sun doth set Time bestowed: 60 minutes per champion, with 10 seconds’ grace upon each move
Gather ye at the appointed hour, where minds shall clash as knights upon the field, and pawns march forth like loyal footmen. The board shall be thy battlefield, the pieces thy army, and victory thy crown.
Let none tarry, for the Endless Summer is fleeting, and only the bold shall etch their names into legend.
Invitation is hereby extended to all seekers of glory, cunning strategists, and merry challengers. Come forth, don thy mantle of wisdom, and let thy wit be sharpened as steel.
- 📅 Date: Tuesday 20th January - 24th February 2026
- 🕢 Time: 7:00 PM
- Format: Classic 60 minutes + 10 sec
- Number of games: 6 in total over 6 weeks
- Australian Chess Federation rated
- Queensland Junior rated
WHERE:
Suncoast Chess Club House - Environmental Centre, Immanuel Lutheran College Buderim. 126-142 Wises Rd, Buderim QLD 4556
Free Admission for Members - $10.00 Door Fee for Non-Members.
Sunday 15th &22nd February 2026 - 1:00 pm
A Royal Summons to The KINGS Reign
Hear Ye, Hear Ye
An Invitation to the Noble Contest of Wits and Stratagems THE KING’S REIGN A Chess Tournament in Allegro Time. In the Realm where Reason doth rule and Courage is crowned. Let it be known to all Lords, Knights, and Scribes of the Board: The Lion-King, Sovereign of the Sixty-Four Squares, calleth forth his champions to a Tournament most grand— “The KING’s Reign”, where minds shall clash and glory be won.
“The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.” — Proverbs 28:1
So come forth, ye valiant and wise, and let thy boldness be as the lion’s—undaunted, regal, and resolute. For in this reign, it is not brute strength but cunning and foresight that shall earn thee the crown. To Enter Thy Name into the Ledger of Contestants: Send word to the Herald of the Club, that thy intent be known and thy place secured. Let not thy courage slumber, nor thy wit grow dull. The King awaiteth.
- 📅 Date: Sunday 15th & 22nd February 2026
- 🕢 Time: 13:30 - Must Register by 13:00 pm
- Format: Allegro 25 minutes each Guillotine
- Number of Games: 6
- ACF & Queensland Junior rated tournament.
WHERE:
Suncoast Chess Club House - Environmental Centre, Immanuel Lutheran College Buderim. 126-142 Wises Rd, Buderim QLD 4556
Free Admission for Members - $10.00 Door Fee for Non-Members.
Sunday 1st March 2026 - 1:00 pm
Immanuel Lutheran College Enclave Blitz
Open to all groups and ages
Hear ye, hear ye, noble chess enthusiasts, knights of the board, and seekers of swift victory!
We summon thee to the Immanuel Lutheran College Enclave Blitz Chess Tournament, a grand contest of rapid wits, to unfold. Honouring Immanuel Lutheran College and their Illustrious students. This blitz shall feature lightning games with mere minutes per battle. Prizes of gold and glory await—all ranks welcome!
This exciting tournament is open to all—whether you're a student at Immanuel Lutheran College, a member of our chess club, or part of the wider community. We welcome participants of every age, gender, and background, with no restrictions or discrimination. Come challenge yourself, make new friends, and enjoy a day of strategic fun!
- 📅 Date: Sunday 1st March 2026
- 🕢 Time: 13:30 - Must Register by 13:00 pm
- Format: Blitz 10 minutes
- Number of Games: 7
- Queensland Junior rated tournament.
WHERE:
Suncoast Chess Club House - Environmental Centre, Immanuel Lutheran College Buderim. 126-142 Wises Rd, Buderim QLD 4556
Free Admission for Members - $10.00 Door Fee for Non-Members.
Tuesday 3rd & 10th March 2026 - 7:00 pm
Hearken, noble lords and ladies of the chequered field!
📜
An Invitation to the “KING of the Castle” Tourney of Chess**
Let it be known throughout hall and hamlet that all worthy players are summoned to the KING of the Castle Chess Tournament, wherein minds shall clash as boldly as steel upon shield.
A Brief Chronicle for the Annals
In ages past, when lords held court and torches burned low in stone‑wrought keeps, wise men gathered over checkered boards to measure wit against wit. Many a tale speaks of rulers who learned that true dominion is won not by might of arm, but by counsel, foresight, and steadfast resolve. As the ancient scripture proclaimeth, “By wisdom a house is builded, and by understanding it is established.” So is every noble game wrought — one careful stroke at a time.
Thus do we call thee to the castle table, to contend for honour, glory, and the right to be hailed King of the Castle.
- 📅 Date: Tuesday 3rd & 10th March 2026
- 🕢 Time: 7:00 PM
- Format: Allegro 15 minutes
- Number of games: 8 in total
- Queensland Junior rated tournament only
WHERE:
Suncoast Chess Club House - Environmental Centre, Immanuel Lutheran College Buderim. 126-142 Wises Rd, Buderim QLD 4556
Free Admission for Members - $10.00 Door Fee for Non-Members.
Sunday 8th March 2026 - 1:00 pm
Invitation to the Champions Enclave
A Gathering of Minds, Masters, and the Bold
Esteemed Competitor,
You are cordially invited to enter the Champions Enclave, a tournament crafted for players who understand that chess is more than a game — it is a battlefield of ideas, a duel of wills, and a celebration of pure strategic artistry.
Wisdom from the Modern Magus — Carlsen‑Inspired Principles
In honour of the reigning spirit of contemporary chess excellence, the Enclave offers these guiding insights drawn from the approach of Magnus Carlsen — the Magus of the Endgame, the Sultan of Squeezes, the quiet destroyer of equal positions:
- Value the small edges. Carlsen’s brilliance lies not in fireworks but in extracting victory from positions others call “dead equal.” A tiny advantage, nurtured patiently, becomes a winning plan.
- Stay fluid and adaptable. Avoid early commitments. Keep your structure flexible. Let the position tell you what it needs — not the other way around.
- Endgames are the true proving ground. King activity, pawn structure, and tempo become decisive. Study them. Respect them. Master them.
- 📅 Date: Sunday 8th March 2026
- 🕢 Time: 13:30 - Must Register by 13:00 pm
- Format: Rapid 15 minutes
- Number of Games: 6
- ACF & Queensland Junior rated tournament.
WHERE:
Suncoast Chess Club House - Environmental Centre, Immanuel Lutheran College Buderim. 126-142 Wises Rd, Buderim QLD 4556
Free Admission for Members - $10.00 Door Fee for Non-Members.
Sunday 15th March 2026 - 1:00 pm
The Dragons Gambit Blitz Chess Tournament
Fellow players of strategy and stewards of the sixty-four squares,
You are summoned to a night where speed meets steel, and courage is measured in moves. The Sunshine Coast Chess community gathers once more for a contest of wit, nerve, and fire:
The Dragon’s Gambit Blitz Chess Tournament
In this arena, every player must face the ancient foe — the Dragon — a symbol of chaos, cunning, and relentless pressure. As written in scripture:
“And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world.” — Revelation 12:9
Let this image stand as a reminder: the Dragon is no gentle creature. It strikes swiftly, coils around the unprepared, and punishes hesitation. Whether you meet it in the Sicilian Defence or in the fierce rhythm of blitz, only clarity of mind and boldness of spirit will prevail.
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.” — 1 Peter 5:8
So sharpen your tactics. Steel your nerves. Prepare your sacrifices.
The Dragon awaits.
- 📅 Date: Sunday 15th March 2026
- 🕢 Time: 13:30 - Must Register by 13:00 pm
- Format: Blitz 10 minutes
- Number of Games: 7
- ACF & Queensland Junior rated tournament.
WHERE:
Suncoast Chess Club House - Environmental Centre, Immanuel Lutheran College Buderim. 126-142 Wises Rd, Buderim QLD 4556
Free Admission for Members - $10.00 Door Fee for Non-Members.
Tuesday 17th & 24th March 2026 - 7:00 pm
✠ The Bishop’s Sacrifice ✠
A Tournament of Wits, Courage, and Honour
Hear ye, valiant players of the Royal Game,
Let it be proclaimed throughout the realm that the Bishop’s Sacrifice shall be contested over two consecutive Tuesdays, upon the 17th and 24th days of March, in the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand and Twenty‑Six.
The first clash of minds shall commence as the castle bell tolls 7:00 in the evening, where each noble competitor shall be granted 25 minutes upon the clock to marshal their armies, devise cunning stratagems, and press their claim upon the chequered field.
Gather ye knights, bishops, rooks, and pawns—
For in this contest, only the steadfast and the wise shall prevail.
“For wisdom is better than weapons of war.”
— Ecclesiastes 9:18
Let this scripture guide your hand and steady your spirit as you embark upon this noble trial.
All who seek glory, fellowship, and the thrill of battle are summoned to attend.
Sharpen thy mind, steady thy heart, and prepare thy sacrifice.
By order of the Tournament Steward,
You are hereby invited to the Bishop’s Sacrifice
- 📅 Date: Tuesday 17th & 24th March 2026
- 🕢 Time: 7:00 pm- Must Register by 6:45 pm
- Format: Allegro 25 minutes
- Number of Games: 6 over 2 weeks
- Queensland Junior rated tournament Only
WHERE:
Suncoast Chess Club House - Environmental Centre, Immanuel Lutheran College Buderim. 126-142 Wises Rd, Buderim QLD 4556
Sunday 22nd March 2026 - 1:00 pm
⚔️ Hear Ye! Hear Ye! ⚔️
The Excalibur Sword Rapid Chess Tournament
Let it be proclaimed throughout the realm:
Upon the 22nd day of March in the Year of Our Lord 2026, at 1:30 in the afternoon, warriors of wit and keepers of cunning shall gather for a contest most swift and noble —
the Excalibur Sword Rapid.
Sharpen thy mind as knights once honed their steel, for in this tourney every move is a stroke of destiny.
“And the king made a great sword, and it was a symbol of his might.”
— inspired by the royal imagery of 1 Samuel 17
Come forth, brave challenger.
Take thy place at the board.
Prove thy valour, and may thy strategy shine as bright as a king’s blade.
- 📅 Date: Sunday 22nd March 2026
- 🕢 Time: 13:30 - Must Register by 13:00 pm
- Format: Rapid 15 minutes
- Number of Games: 6
- ACF & Queensland Junior rated tournament.
WHERE:
Suncoast Chess Club House - Environmental Centre, Immanuel Lutheran College Buderim. 126-142 Wises Rd, Buderim QLD 4556
Free Admission for Members - $10.00 Door Fee for Non-Members.
Come Join us
From 2026 we will meet every Tuesday evenings starting 6:00 pm for Social Chess. 7:00 pm for tournaments, Sundays from 13:00 for tournaments. You can view and download a copy or use the button below.
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Suncoast Chess Club House - Environmental Centre, Immanuel Lutheran College Buderim. 126-142 Wises Rd, Buderim QLD 4556
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