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The Best place to play Chess on the Coast
Tuesdays April 22nd - May 27th 2025
Invitation to the Autumn Leaves Chess Tournament
Hosted by the Suncoast Chess Club
You're Invited to the Autumn Leaves Chess Tournament!
Dear Chess Enthusiast,
The annual Autumn Leaves Chess Tournament is here, and we warmly invite you to join us for a day of strategy, skill, and camaraderie amidst the colourful embrace of autumn.
📅 Date: Starting April 22nd each Tuesday evenings till May 29th
🕑 Time: 7:30 pm
Format: 60m + 10s each move
1 Game per night
*** Please Arrive 7.00 pm to register ***
Australia Chess Federation &
Queensland Junior rated tournament
By the Presidents Command, The Suncoast Chess Council
WHERE:
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $3.00 Members - $6.00 Non-Members per event.
Saturday May 24th 2025 - 2:00 pm
🎉 Invitation Event: Techno Titan Chess Tournament
- 📅 Date: Saturday May 24th, 2025
- 🕢 Time: 14:00 - Must Register by 13:30 pm
- Format: Blitz 15 minutes
- Number of Games: 6
- Australia Chess Federation &
- Queensland Junior rated tournament.
Prepare for the ultimate chess showdown, where the titans of strategy rise and the techno warriors reign supreme! The Suncoast Chess Club proudly invites you to the Techno Titan Chess Tournament—an electrifying event for fearless tacticians and champions of the board.
Immerse yourself in the pulse-pounding thrill of high-speed gameplay, where wit, intellect, and raw determination collide in a battle of brains and bravery. ⚡♟️ Will you emerge as the ultimate Techno Titan, claiming victory and glory on the digital chessboard?
WHERE:
The intergalactic chess club house of the Egyptian Pyramid.
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $5.00 Members - $10.00 Non-Members per event.
Saturday May 31st 2025 - 2:00 pm
🎉 Invitation Event: Robo Knight Royale Chess Tournament
- 📅 Date: Saturday May 31st, 2025
- 🕢 Time: 14:00 - Must Register by 13:30 pm
- Format: Blitz 10 minutes
- Number of Games: 7
- Australia Chess Federation &
- Queensland Junior rated tournament.
Greetings, cyber challengers and chess crusaders! The Suncoast Chess Club invites you to step onto the battlefield of intellect and strategy at the Robo Knight Royale Chess Tournament.
Prepare to test your mettle against the brightest minds and sharpest tactics. This is no ordinary chess match—this is a royal clash of robo knights where every move defines your path to glory. ⚡♜
Will you rise as the ultimate champion and etch your name into the digital annals of chess history? The board is set, the pieces are in place, and all that's left is your boldest move.
WHERE:
The intergalactic chess club house of the Egyptian Pyramid.
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $5.00 Members - $10.00 Non-Members per event.
Tuesday June 3rd & 10th 2025
🐷 Invitation to the "Royal Fork" Chess Tournament 🐷
Hear Ye, Hear Ye! An Invitation to the Esteemed Royal Fork Chess Tournament
Noble lords and ladies, gallant knights, and learned scholars of the realm, You are hereby summoned to partake in a most glorious and chivalrous contest of minds and strategy. - The Royal Fork Chess Tournament! A grand spectacle where intellect and cunning shall determine the true sovereigns of the board.
- 📅 Dates: Tuesday June 3rd & 10th 2025
- 🕢 Time: 7:30 PM
- Format: Rapid 25 minutes (Allegro)
- Number of games: 3 per night, 6 in total (over 2 weeks)
- Australia Chess Federation &
- Queensland Junior rated tournament
By the King's Royal Command, The Suncoast Chess Council
WHERE:
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $3.00 Members - $6.00 Non-Members per event.
Saturday June 7th 2025
🐷 Invitation to the "Cybermatic Circuit Clash" Chess Tournament 🐷
Ladies and gentlemen of strategy, the Suncoast Chess Club proudly summons all intellectual warriors to the grand arena of mind and machine
Prepare to immerse yourself in a dynamic convergence of chess mastery and cybernetic flair. It’s a high-voltage event where split-second decisions and tactical brilliance will define the champions. Will you dominate the digital circuit, outmaneuver your rivals, and emerge as the ultimate chess combatant? 💻✨
This is your chance to claim glory on the chessboard—where intellect meets adrenaline and strategy becomes legend. Let your bold moves electrify the battlefield!
- 📅 Dates: Saturday, June 7th, 2025
- 🕢 Time: 2:00 PM
- Format: Rapid 15 minutes
- Number of games: 6 per in total
- Australia Chess Federation &
- Queensland Junior rated tournament
By the Cyber Chess Command, The Cyber Chess Council
WHERE:
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $5.00 Members - $10.00 Non-Members per event.
Saturday 14th June 2025 - 2:00 pm
Invitation to the Robo Rook Rulers Rumble Chess Tournament
Calling all grandmasters, strategists, and lightning-fast thinkers! The Robo Rook Rulers Rumble Blitz Chess Tournament is here, and it's your chance to prove your mastery over the board in a battle of speed, skill, and sheer brilliance.
Event Details:
- 📅 Date: Saturday 14th June 2025
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM
Format: Blitz 10 minutes - Number of Games: 7
- Australia Chess Federation &
- Queensland Junior rated tournament
WHERE:
The Buderim Chess Club House
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $5.00 Members - $10.00 Non-Members per event.
Tuesday June 17th to July 22nd 2025
🐷 Invitation to the "Winter Woolies" Chess Tournament 🐷
Calling all Chess Enthusiasts,
Warm up your minds and your mittens—it's time for the Winter Woolies Chess Tournament!
Join us for six weeks of strategic battles, brilliant moves, and cozy winter vibes. With one game per night, this tournament offers a steady pace of competition, giving you time to sharpen your skills and savor each match. Whether you're a grandmaster or a budding enthusiast, this event promises to challenge and inspire.
- 📅 Dates: Tuesday June 17th to July 22nd, 2025
- 🕢 Time: 7:30 PM
- Format: Rapid 60 minutes + 10 seconds
- Number of games: 1 per night, 6 in total (over 6 weeks)
- Australia Chess Federation &
- Queensland Junior rated tournament
By the King's Royal Command, The Suncoast Chess Council
WHERE:
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $3.00 Members - $6.00 Non-Members per event.
Saturday 21st June 2025 - 2:00 pm
Invitation to the Futuristic Frontier Rapid Chess Tournament
Step into the future of strategy, speed, and skill at the Futuristic Frontier Rapid Chess Tournament! We are thrilled to welcome you to this electrifying event where the timeless game of chess meets cutting-edge innovation.
- 📅 Dates: Saturday 21st June 2025
- 🕢 Time: 14:00 - Must Register by 13:30 pm
- Format: Rapid 15 minutes each on the clock
- Number of Games: 6
- Australia Chess Federation &
- Queensland Junior rated tournament
Rapid Chess is all about thinking on your feet—every second counts as players race against the clock and their opponents. Whether you're a fan of rapid-fire matches or looking to test your instincts under pressure, the AI Arena Assault promises excitement for players of all levels.
By the order of the President of the Suncoast Chess Club
WHERE:
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $5.00 Members - $10.00 Non-Members per event.
Saturday June 28th, 2025 - 2:00 pm
Invitation to the Arcane Chess Challenge Blitz Tournament
Esteemed Chess Enthusiasts,
Prepare to step into the arena where strategy meets speed, and only the sharpest minds will claim victory! The Arcane Chess Challenge Blitz Tournament is calling upon fearless tacticians and lightning-fast thinkers to battle for glory, prestige, and the ultimate test of skill.
Blitz Chess demands quick thinking and even quicker moves, with the clock ticking away at lightning speed. Whether you're a seasoned chess warrior or a bold newcomer, this tournament is your chance to claim glory in a whirlwind of competition.
Whether you're a grandmaster, a rising star, or a fearless newcomer ready to make waves, this tournament is your chance to prove your prowess and etch your name into chess legend.
Details:
- 📅 Dates: Saturday June 28th, 2025
- 🕢 Time: 2:00 pm
- Format: 10 minutes each on the clock
- Australia Chess Federation &
- Queensland Junior rated tournament
The Suncoast Chess Club 🌟
WHERE:
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $5.00 Members - $10.00 Non-Members per event.
Saturday 12th July 2025 - 2:00 pm
Invitation to The Enchanted Gambit Rapid Chess Tournament
🎭✨ Step into the realm of magic, strategy, and lightning-fast brilliance! ✨🎭
Welcome, daring chess warriors, to The Enchanted Gambit Rapid Chess Tournament, where wit meets wizardry and every move could be a spellbinding surprise! This isn't just a battle of skill—it’s a test of courage, cunning, and speed.
🧙♂️ What Awaits You? 🏆
🔥 Fast-Paced Action – Time is ticking! Can you think, plan, and execute a masterful gambit in a heartbeat?
🎭 A Magical Atmosphere – Play amidst an enchanting setting, where each move feels like part of an ancient prophecy.
⚡ Legendary Showdowns – Challenge grandmasters, rising stars, and the fearless dreamers who dare to play big!
- 📅 Date: Saturday, 5th July 2025
- 🕢 Time: 14:00 - Must Register by 13:30 pm
- Format: Rapid 15 minutes
- Number of Games: 6
- Australia Chess Federation &
- Queensland Junior rated tournament
The Suncoast Chess Club 🌟
WHERE:
The Cyberspace Clash Command Center
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $5.00 Members - $10.00 Non-Members per event.
Saturday 12th July 2025 - 2:00 pm
Knights of the Round Board Blitz Chess Tournament.
Hearken, noble warriors of the mind and masters of the ancient game!
By royal decree, thou art summoned to the grand Knights of the Round Table Chess Tournament, a most illustrious contest wherein only the swiftest and most cunning shall triumph. This shall be a Blitz-rated tournament, where thy wits must be as keen as Excalibur’s edge, and thy strategy swifter than a falcon’s flight.
Let it be known that all gallant knights, sages, and champions of the sacred squares are bid to gather in honourable battle. Test thy mettle upon the checkered field, where kings and queens rise and fall, and where victory is seized in the blink of an eye.
Come forth and claim thy place amongst the legends! May thy minds be sharp, thy moves decisive, and thy honour unyielding.
The Round Table awaits—shall thy name be etched in glory?
- 📅 Date: Saturday, 12th July 2025
- 🕢 Time: 2:00 pm - Must Register by 1:30 pm
- Format: Blitz 10 minutes
- Number of Games: 7
- Australia Chess Federation &
- Queensland Junior rated tournament
Venue: Tournament Room Adorned with Heraldry .
WHERE:
Chess Club House - BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
Admission: $5.00 Members - $10.00 Non-Members per event.
Come Join us
We meet every Tuesday evenings starting 6:30 pm for Social Chess. 7:30 pm for tournaments, Saturdays from 13:30 for tournaments. You can view and download a copy or use the button below.
2024 Saturdays from 11:00 - 14:00 for scheduled tournaments
2025 Saturdays from 14:00 - 17:00 for scheduled tournaments
Where: Chess Club House
BWMCA Hall – 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556.
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Chess Lessons for all
Starting Sunday 4th May to 1st June 2025
Lessons at the Suncoast Chess Club for Novices
5 x one-hour classes total $75.00
When: Sunday 12:30 to 13:30
Dates: 4th May to the 1st of June 2025
Registration and Payment:
- Booking: Online Registration
- Phone: Rebecca on 0403 946 928
- Email: events@suncoastchess.com.au
Course Requirements:
- Maximum participants: 16
- Note: The lesson plan may be adjusted slightly throughout the course.
Week 1: Introduction and Opening strategies
- Review of pieces movement including all special move
- Goals of the Opening – Take control of the centre and protect king
- Practice basic mates
- Plays practice games
Week 2 & 3: Middle Game Strategies
- Positional chess aims to control the board through well-placed pieces and gain a long-term advantage
- Tactical chess: Gaining an immediate advantage through calculated forcing moves. (Forks, Pins, Skewers, Removing the defender, discovered attack, sacrifice)
- In depth study of knight moves
- Practice basic Checkmates
Week 4 & 5: End Game Strategies
- Different mating patterns
- Advancing passed pawns
- Pawn promotion with only a king
- Strategies to avoid or aim for stalemate
- Play practice games
Where:
Chess Club House - 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556
This course aims to enhance your chess skills at every stage of the game, from opening to the endgame. Join us to improve your strategic thinking and overall gameplay!
2025 Winter Family Day Event
Sunday 13th July 2025
Suncoast Chess Club presents
2025 Winter Family Day Chess Event
Register Online by midnight Saturday July 12th, 2025. Check in on the day at the venue by no later than 11:30am.
Tournament starts at 12:00pm sharp. Strictly No late Comers!
Format: This is an open event for adult and junior players of all ages and abilities. This is a family-friendly tournament with 7 Rounds with an allocated time of 15 minutes on a digital chess clock or 25 minutes when adjudicated. This tournament is QJ Rated.
Prizes/Rating Groups: Medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each division, Best Junior Girl and the President’s Encouragement Award. The number of prize groups will depend on the number of entries received.
How to register: Entry Fee: $25 per player. Additional family members $10 per player (includes parents or siblings)
A canteen with tea, coffee and
light refreshments will be available. (Cash only)
Where:
Main Theatre Venue BWMCA Hall 1 Main Street Buderim QLD 4556
This course aims to enhance your chess skills at every stage of the game, from opening to the endgame. Join us to improve your strategic thinking and overall gameplay!