Auckland Chess Academy

♞♞♞ We’re celebrating our first anniversary this April with Autumn Checkmate on April 25th! ♞♞♞

The event will be FIDE-rated, the entry fees have been lowered, and the Under 1500 category has been extended to the Blitz event as well - so even more players can take part.

Let’s make this our biggest event so far! 🎉

Register: https://forms.gle/vh3Md13qjnrLEecX9

Website & Vega Links: https://www.aucklandchessacademy.com/

"Latvian Tournament"
https://newzealandchess.co.nz/event/2026-latvian-tournament/

This great event is back again thanks to our friends at the Howick Pakuranga Chess Club. Come along and be part of it—remember to register.

Hi Friends,
I am happy to share that we are starting the online chess class from 6:00pm to 7:00pm today. If anybody is interested please DM. Other contact details are mentioned on the poster attached.
Thank you

🚀 Rapid Master Series 2026 is HERE!
Auckland Chess Academy ♟️

After an outstanding 2025 season, the Auckland Chess Academy Rapid Master Series returns bigger, better, and more exciting in 2026!

✨ What’s New in 2026?

📍 New Central Venue
We’re moving to the Freemans Bay Community Centre — centrally located, easy to access, and with ample FREE parking.

📅 Full-Year Tournament Schedule
Plan ahead with confidence! Our entire 2026 schedule is released in advance, making it easier than ever to compete all year round.

♟️ NEW: Under-1500 Category
We’re opening the doors to more players with a dedicated Under 1500 rating category, designed to boost confidence, competition, and growth.

🌍 Official NZCF & FIDE Rated
All entry fees include NZCF and FIDE rating charges, with ratings professionally maintained and updated — so every game counts.

🔥 Why Play with Auckland Chess Academy?
Because we’re building more than tournaments — we’re building a chess community.
Our mission is simple: to spread and grow chess across New Zealand.

🤝 Calling Sponsors & Supporters
To help us expand and elevate chess nationwide, we are actively seeking sponsors and partners.
Any leads, enquiries, or introductions are highly appreciated.

📩 Get Involved
DM us for:
• Tournament details
• 2026 schedule
• Sponsorship opportunities

Let’s make 2026 a landmark year for New Zealand chess.
Join the battle. Join the growth. Join Rapid Master 2026. ♟️💥

Starting 2026 with a bang!!!
We are starting Online Chess Classes from Feb 2026.

NZ's biggest chess event is happening in Invercargill from 2nd to 12th January 2026.

- New Zealand Chess Championships 2-10 Jan
- New Zealand Major Open 2-10 Jan
- New Zealand Junior & Age Group Championships 3-9 Jan
- New Zealand Junior Under 1000 Chess Championships 3-9 Jan
- New Zealand Rapid Chess Championships 11-12 Jan
- New Zealand Lightning Chess Championships 11 Jan
- Invercargill Open 5 Round Swiss 5-9 Jan

Checkout the New Zealand Chess Federation page for more details...

133rd NZ Chess Congress 2026 – The New Zealand Chess Federation 133rd NZ Chess Congress 2026 133rd NZ Chess Congress 2026 6698 6698 people viewed this event. Ascot Park Hotel – Invercargill 2-12 January 2026 Incorporating: New Zealand Chess Championships 2-10 Jan New Zealand Major Open 2-10 Jan New Zealand Junior &  Age Group Championships 3-9 Jan New Zealand...

Heads up, chess fans!

The Rapid Masters (Nov 22) won’t be happening — because something even more exciting is taking center stage: the 2025 NZ Fischer Random Championship!

No opening prep, no memorised lines… just pure creativity and skill. We encourage you all to join in and play — this format doesn’t come around often...

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And the checking begins!!!!!!!
Players are not allowed to bring in mobile phones, smart watches, any electronic gadgets inside the hall-playing area.