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📣 Tournament Overview🎉 Charleston Kids Chess Tournament - October
A Friendly & Welcoming Chess Event for K–12 Students
Registration link:
https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/6758
Looking for a fun, low-stress way for your child to experience competitive chess? Join us for the Charleston Kids Chess Tournament this October—a Friendly & Welcoming Chess Event for K–12 Students of all skill levels!
Whether your child is new to tournaments or already has experience, this event provides a supportive, community-centered environment to learn, compete, and build friendships.
♟ Tournament Format
• 4 Rounds | Swiss System
♟ Time Control: G25; d5 (25 minutes per player with a 5-second increment)
♟ Sections:
Rated 1200+
Rated 800-1200
Rated 800-
Unrated
Players must register for the appropriate section based on their rating. Sections may be combined for pairing purposes, but trophies will be awarded separately.
A 4-round Swiss means that all players will play in every round—there is no elimination.
🕒 Event Schedule
Check-in: 10:10 -10:25 AM
Round 1: 10:30 -11:00 AM
Round 2: 11:05 - 11:35 AM
Round 3: 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
Round 4: 12:15-12:45 PM
Awards Ceremony: 13:00 PM
💵 Entry Fee: $25
📍 Location: Dorchester County Library – Ashley River Branch
2824 Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville, SC 29485
🚨 Important Notes
Advance registration is required. No walk-ins or same-day sign-ups.
Can't stay all day? You may request one half-point bye when registering or before Round 1.
Bring a chess set and clock if you have them.
Let's grow Charleston's youth chess scene—one fun game at a time.
We can's wait to see your kids on the board! 💚
For questions, email: [email protected]
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
SC-165, Summerville, SC 29485, United States
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