•Name of Tournament Knights Rapid Open ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ Sponsored by T&T Chess Academy and Promotions ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ Date — 》》 Friday 19th June, 2026 •Venue Naparima Boy’s College, San Fernando •Starting Times — 10:00a.m •Format — 7 Rounds, Swiss 10 minutes + 3 seconds increment •Registration. — TTD 100.00 •Prizes TTD — 1st $800 2nd $500Read More
The Third National Qualifier is now open for registration! Please see details below: Dates: 19th – 21st June 2026 Start time: Roll Call – 9:30 am Venue: Scarborough Secondary, Form 6 Block Registration Fee: $120.00 Registration will be taken online up to 18th June 1:00 pm , 2026.Payment can be made directly to the TTCA’s Read More
The 2nd National Qualifier for the 2026 season is now open for registration! Please see details below: Dates: 16th, 17th, 23rd and 24th May 2026 Venue: Arima Boy’s RC Registration Fee: $120.00 Registration will be taken online up to 15th May at midday 12:00pm. Registration can be made via Whatsapp as well @ 382-7418 orRead More
🎓♟️ Calling All Primary Schools!The Trinidad & Tobago Chess Association (TTCA) proudly invites primary school students from across the nation to compete in the C3 National Individual Primary School Chess Tournament 2026. This prestigious event is sponsored by C3 Centre. 🏆 Prizes: 📅 Date: May 2nd and 3rd 2026*📍 Venue: Preysal Secondary School (TBC)⏱ TimeRead More
The 1st National Qualifier for the 2026 season is now open for registration! Please see details below: Dates: 11th, 12th, 18th and 19th April 2026 Start time: Roll Call – 9:30 am Venue: St. George’s College Registration Fee: $120.00 Registration will be taken online up to 9th April 2026 10:00 pm.Payments can be made directlyRead More
• Date — 》》》Saturday 28th, March • Name of Tournament Paladins Annual Ken Phillip Rapid *FIDE RATED* ☆☆☆☆☆ • RAPID Tournament • Venue Eldorado North Primary Hindu School • Starting Time — 11:00a.m • Format — 7 Rounds, _Swiss_ 15 minutes per player • Contact Registration. — WhatsApp 748-3885 _____________________________ • DateRead More
》 RE-SCHEDULED _____________________________ • Name : Paladins Ladies First Open Tournament *FIDE RATED* • Classic Tournament • Dates — February, 2026 21st, , 22nd, 28th • Starting Times — 10:00a.m 3:00p.m • Venue — Aranguez North Secondary School • Format — 6 Rounds, 90 minutes + 30 seconds • ContactRead More
The TTCA invites all Junior chess players to partake in the National Junior (U20) Chess Championships 2026. Details and Registration Link below. 📅 Date: January 31st, February 1st, 7th and 8th 2026📍 Venue: Preysal Secondary ⏱ Time Control: 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment from move 1🕘 Roll Call: 8:30 AM (If not present byRead More
The TTCA invites all Youth chess players to partake in the National Youth Chess Championships 2026 in the following categories: U8, U10, U12, U14, U16, U18. Details and Registration Link below. 📅 Date: January 17th, 18th, 24th and 25th 2026📍 Venue: Preysal Secondary (Confirmed!)⏱ Time Control: 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment from move 1🕘Read More
To register click here: https://forms.gle/5a8QEUihAQgBcYoT7
Registration for the National Rapid Chess Championship is now open! See registration form below⬇️⬇️⬇️ 📅Date: Saturday 6th December 2025 📍Venue: Trinidad and Tobago Urban Ministries 🕛– Roll call: 9:00AM, registered players not present by 9:45AM will not be paired for Round 1 Rounds: 7 ⌛Time Control: 15 minutes + 10 second increment from move 1Read More
Registration for the National Swiss Chess Championship 2025 – Absolute and Women is now Open! See Below for Registration Form.⬇️⬇️⬇️ 📅 Dates: 22nd, 23rd, 29th & 30th November 2025🕘 Roll Call: 9:00 AM ⚠️ Important: Players not present by 9:45 AM will not be paired.📍 Location: Hillview College💵 Registration Fee: $120 – 🏦Pay via TTCARead More
Please see the above flyer for a Blitz Competition by Promenade Chess Club Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRIfNbxnSyoLSFWXnGUrEpyHgu72w3hZjkDFOfziz0FdocDg/viewform Registration will be taken up to 12:00pm on Sunday 2nd November 2025.
Valkyries Chess Club in collaboration with Mind Warriors Academy presents 2 events for chess enthusiast of all ages and levels: Rapid Chess Tournaments: Open (Rated) and Novice Date: Saturday, 1st November 2025Time: 1:00 p.m.Venue: St. Mary’s College, Frederick Street, Port of SpainRounds: 7Time Control: 10 minutes + 3 seconds incrementRegistration Fee: $100 (bank details inRead More
Registration for the National Blitz 2025 is now open! Form Below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ The National Blitz will be a FIDE Rated 9 Round Swiss Tournament 🗓️ Date: Saturday 25th October 2025 ⏲️Time Control: 3 mins + 2 sec increment from move 1 📍Location: Cascadia Hotel: Chicki Chong Room ⌚Roll Call Time 1:15pm, if not present byRead More
Southern Chess Club (1940) presents: *OCTOBER TIME SCRAMBLE BLITZ TOURNAMENT* FIDE RATED BLITZ CHESS EVENT Rounds: 7Time Control: 3 Minutes + 2 Seconds Date: Saturday 18th October, 2025 Roll Call: 1:45 p.m. Venue: 15 Mora Avenue. Coconut Drive, San Fernando Registration Fee: $80 Members, $100 Non Members Contact: 294-7582, 465-8926Register here https://forms.gle/fVE2qSxvsdBQAqrS6
🎓♟️ Calling All Secondary Schools!The Trinidad & Tobago Chess Association (TTCA) proudly invites secondary school students from across the nation to compete in the National Individual Secondary School Chess Tournament 2025. This prestigious event is sponsored by Genesis Insurance Brokers & Benefits Consultants Ltd. Registration Form Below ↓↓↓ 📅 Date: October 11th and 12th 2025*📍Read More
• Name of Tournament SBM Paladins Annual Open And Paladins Ladies First Open Tournament *FIDE RATED* • Classic Tournament • Dates — February, 2026 7th, 8th,14th, 15th, • Starting Times — 10:00a.m 3:00p.m • Venue — Barataria • Format — 8 Rounds, _Swiss_ 90 minutes + 30 seconds • Registration. —Read More
Cross Culture Girls invites you to a special session with WGM Jennifer Shahade, a two-time U.S. Women’s Chess Champion, author, and inspirational speaker! 🗓 Sunday, September 28th⏰ 10:30 AM EST👩🎓 For females of all ages This empowering session will dive into how to develop a champion’s mindset on the chessboard and beyond. Whether you’re aRead More
Registration for the National Women’s Chess Championship 2025 is now OPEN! See Registration form below ↓ The National Women’s Chess Championship shall be held from the 13th-28th September 2025. Date: 13th September 2025 (starts and will run on weekends thereafter)Venue: The Cascadia Hotel and Conference CentreRegistration Fee: $120 Round 1 – Saturday September 13th 10.00amRoundRead More
Registration is Open for Promenade’s Grand Circuit Chess Tour: 📍 Location: Trincity Mall📅 Date: 30th August 2025 Time Control: Rapid 9 Rounds, 10+3 SecondsRegistration Fee: 💳 Payments:Republic Bank A/C: 340045180501 Name on Acc: Hayden Lee 📞 To register Contact: For more information please contact:
Louis Gomez-Pestana Memorial. Sponsored by Clayton Gomez Family. Includes cash prize for each game won on Sunday.
Registration is Open for Promenade’s Grand Circuit Chess Tour: 📍 Location: South Park Mall📅 Date: 16th August 2025 Time Control: Rapid 9 Rounds, 10+3 SecondsRegistration Fee: 💳 Payments:Republic Bank A/C: 340045180501 Name on Acc: Hayden Lee 📞 To register Contact: For more information please contact:
Southern Chess Club presents: *EMANCIPATION DAY 2025 U20 RAPID TOURNAMENT* FIDE RATED Rounds: 7 Time Control: 15 Minutes + 10 Seconds Prize Categories: U-8, U-12, U-16, U-20, Best Female Date: Friday, 1st August, 2025 Roll Call: 8:30 a.m. Venue: San Fernando North Community Centre Registration Fee: $100 Contact: 734-1007, 294-7582, 375-7779 Register here https://forms.gle/ZMKbAc4KY76kctv38
Registration for the 4th National Qualifier hosted by SCC is now open! PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN SCHEDULE FROM CALENDAR This tournament will allow for play under a hybrid format if needed.Details are as follows: Date: July 12th & 13th, July 19th & 20th 2025Venue: 15 Mora Avenue, Coconut Drive, San FernandoRegistration Fee: $120.00 Registration will beRead More
The Third National Qualifier is now open for registration! Please see details below: Dates: 19th – 22nd June 2025 Start time: Roll Call – 9:30 am Venue: Scarborough Secondary, Form 6 Block Registration Fee: $120.00 Registration will be taken online up to 18th June 1:00 pm , 2025.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s Read More
Sponsored By The TTCA presents its National Individual Primary School Tournament. The top 4 players from each school will contribute points for the overall challenge trophy. The school with the most point will be crowned National Primary School Chess Champion 2025. Details are as follows:Date: June 7-8, 2025 (2 days depending of number of participants)Venue:Read More
The 2nd National Qualifier will take place in May 2025.Details are as follows: Date: May 24th, 25th, 31st, June 1st 2025Venue: Arima Boys RC School, Corner of Woodford and Sanchez Streets Registration Fee: $120.00 Registration will be taken online up to 22nd May, 2025.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank:Read More
The 1st National Qualifier will take place in May 2025.Details are as follows: Date: May 3rd, 4th, 10th, 17th 2025Venue: Cascadia Hotel & Conference Center Registration Fee: $120.00 Registration will be taken online up to 1st May, 2025.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook PlaceRead More
The Trinidad & Tobago Chess Association (TTCA) is pleased to extend an invitation to the 2025 Subzonal 2.3.3 Absolute & Women’s Chess Championships. PrizesPlease see below the Technical Regulations for the 2025 SUBZONE 2.3.3 Absolute & Women Chess Championships for a complete description of individual prizes. The prizes will be awarded at the official closingRead More
Pre-registration is encouraged and players can register below contact or contact the following for more information 681-7205 / 734-1007 Participants are encouraged to arrive early to settle in and prepare for the very competitive rounds. Players must be present for 1st round pairing at approx. 9:15 am. The event promises not only a thrilling competitionRead More
The Confederación de Ajedrez de América (CCA) and the Trinidad & Tobago Chess Association (TTCA), as the Organizers, are pleased to extend an invitation to the 2025 Subzonal 2.3.3 Absolute & Women’s Chess Championships. This prestigious event is open to players representing national chess federations from the following countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados,Read More
Kindly be aware the TTPS will be closing streets surrounding Skinner Park to facilitate a Pan Trinbago event on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, starting at 7 PM. The closures will be in effect from 3 PM on Saturday to 5 AM on Sunday. Affected Streets: Details are as follows:Dates: January 25th, 26th, February 1st, 2ndRead More
Details are as follows:Date: Saturday 11th January 2025 at 10 a.m.Venue: St. Mary’s College The tournament will be FIDE Rated.Registration: $60 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Time Control: 15 mins plus 0-sec increment Default time is 15 minutes for each roundRead More
Details are as follows:Dates: January 2nd to 5th 2025Venue: Presentation College, ChaguanasRegistration Fee: $100.00 Thursday 2nd January Round 1 …. 9:00 amRound 2 …. 3:00 pm Friday 3rd January Round 3 … 9:00 am Saturday 4th January Round 4 … 9:00 amRound 5 … 3:00 pm Sunday 5th January Round 6 … 10:00 am RegistrationRead More
Date: 28th December, 2024FIDE Rated 9 Round RapidTime control: 10 mins 3 secsStart time: 10 amVenue: Valpark Plaza Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Name: Trinidad and Tobago ChessBank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place
Details are as follows:Date: December 14th, 15th 2024Venue: Cascadia Hotel and Conference Center The tournament will be FIDE Rated.Registration: $100 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Registration will be taken online up to 12th December, 2024 no later than 9 pm andRead More
The National Senior Chess Tournament on 30th November, 1st, 7th, 8th December, 2024 at the Southern Chess Club. Pre-registration is encouraged and players can register below contact 1st Vice-President – Mr Frank Sears at 681 7205. Venue: 15 Mora Avenue, Coconut Drive, San Fernando The tournament will be FIDE Rated.Registration: $110 Payments can be madeRead More
The National Women’s Chess Championship shall be held from 2 November – 24 November 2024. All nationals who are interested in participating are asked to complete the form below no later than 30 October 2024. Date: 2nd November, 2024 (starts and will run on weekends thereafter)Venue: The Cascadia Hotel and Conference CentreRegistration Fee: $110 Registration will beRead More
The National Blitz Chess Championship will be held on Saturday 19th October 2024 at 2.00 p.m. It will be a Swiss event of Minimum 7 rounds, Maximum 9 rounds if more than 32 persons. Time control: 3 mins plus 2 second incrementsVenue: Cascadia Hotel Registration fee: $100 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank:Read More
The TTCA presents the National Individual Secondary School Tournament. The top 4 players from each school will contribute points for the overall challenge trophy. The school with the most point will be crowned National Secondary School Chess Champion 2024 Details are as follows:Date: Saturday October 12th 2024Venue: Preysal SecondaryTime Control: 10 min + 3 secRead More
Details are as follows:Date: August 24th, 25th, 31st, September 1st 2024Venue: 15 Mora Ave, Coconut Drive, San Fernando The tournament will be FIDE Rated.Registration: $150 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Registration will be taken online up to 22nd August, 2024 no later thanRead More
Date: 17th August, 2024Unrated 7 Round RapidTime control: 12 mins 2 secsStart time: 10 amVenue: South Park Mall, San Fernando Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Name: Trinidad and Tobago ChessBank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place
The SCC – FIDE World Record Open Rapid 2024 will be a one day OPEN 7 round (Unrated) RAPID Details are as follows: Date: July 20th 2024 at 10:00amVenue: 15 Mora Ave, Coconut Drive, San Fernando Advance Registration Fee: $60 Registration will be taken online up to 19th July, 2024.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s Read More
The Friday Playday will be a one day OPEN 5 round (FIDE Rated) RAPIDDetails are as follows: Date: July 19th 2024 at 7:00pmVenue: 15 Mora Ave, Coconut Drive, San Fernando Advance Registration Fee: $60 Registration will be taken online up to 19th July, 2024.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: FirstRead More
International Chess Day tournament by Mind Warriors Academy in partnership with Valkyries Chess Club
The SCC Saturday Special will be a one day OPEN 7 round (Fide-Rated) RAPIDDetails are as follows: Date: July 6th 2024 at 12:30pmVenue: 15 Mora Ave, Coconut Drive, San FernandoRound 1 begins at 12:45pm, players arriving after pairing may be paired from Round 2 Advance Registration Fee: $120, additional siblings $100 each Registration will be takenRead More
The 4th National Qualifier will take place in June 2024.Details are as follows: Date: June 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th 2024Venue: 15 Mora Avenue, Coconut Drive, San Fernando Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 20th June, 2024.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 WoodbrookRead More
The 3rd National Qualifier will take place in May 2024.Details are as follows: Date: May 29th, 30th, 31st, 2nd June 2024Venue: Scarborough Public Library Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 27th May, 2024.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Time allotmentRead More
Details are as follows:Date: Thursday 30th, May 2024 at 9 A.M.Venue: Preysal Secondary School The tournament will be FIDE Rated.Registration: $100 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Registration will be taken online up to 27th May, 2024 no later than 6 pmRead More
The SCC Saturday Special will be a one day OPEN 7 round (Fide-Rated) RAPIDDetails are as follows: Date: May 25th 2024 at 1:00pmVenue: 15 Mora Ave, Coconut Drive, San Fernando Advance Registration Fee: $120, additional siblings $100 each Registration will be taken online up to 24th May, 2024.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’sRead More
Sponsored By The TTCA presents its National Individual Primary School Tournament. The top 4 players from each school will contribute points for the overall challenge trophy. The school with the most point will be crowned National Primary School Chess Champion 2024. Details are as follows:Date: April 20-21, 2024 (2 days depending of number of participants)Venue:Read More
The 2nd National Qualifier will take place in May 2024.Details are as follows: Date: May 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th 2024Venue: Cascadia Hotel Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 2nd May, 2024.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Time allotment per playerRead More
The National Junior Blitz Chess Championship will be held on Friday 5th April 2024 at 9:00 am. It will be a Swiss event of Minimum 7 rounds, Maximum 9 rounds. Time control: 3 mins plus 2 second incrementsVenue: San Fernando North Community Centre Registration fee: $100 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank:Read More
F.E.M.S. (Affiliated to TTCA, 2011)It’s Easter! & Friends and Servers of the People Under the kind and welcoming auspices of the Mayor of San Fernando His Worship Mr. Robert Parris Date: Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024Time: 1:00 p.m.Venue: formerly Skinner Park, San FernandoNOW CHANGED to City Hall Auditorium, San Fernando. For additional information and to registerRead More
F.E.M.S. (Affiliated to TTCA, 2011)It’s Easter! & Friends and Servers of the People Under the kind and welcoming auspices of the Mayor of San FernandoHis Worship Mr. Robert Parris Date: Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024Time: 10:00 a.m.Venue: formerly Skinner Park, San FernandoNOW CHANGED to City Hall Auditorium, San Fernando. For additional information and to register clickRead More
The SCC Easter Classical Showdown will take place in March 2024.Details are as follows: Date: March 30th, April 1st, 6th, 7th 2024Venue: 15 Mora Ave, Coconut Drive, San Fernando Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 28th March, 2024.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress:Read More
The Olympiad 2024 Qualifier – Women will take place in March 2024.Details are as follows: Date: March 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th 2024Venue: Arima Boys RC School, 3a Woodford St., Arima Registration Fee: $100.00 Registration will be taken online up to 14th March, 2024.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First CitizensRead More
The 1st National Qualifier will take place in March 2024.Details are as follows: Date: March 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th 2024Venue: Arima Boys RC School, 3a Woodford St., Arima Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 14th March, 2024.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1Read More
Dates February 2024 Saturday 3rd 2:00 p.m. Round #1Sunday 4th 2:00 p.m. Round #2Saturday 10th 10:00 a.m. Round #3Saturday 10th 3:00 p.m. Round #4Sunday 11th 3:00 p.m. Round #5Saturday 24th 10:00 a.m. Round #6Saturday 24th 3:00 p.m. Round #7 Rounds7 rounds Swiss VenueU.W.I. Students Activity Centre Time Control90 minutes plus 30 seconds
Details are as follows:Dates: January 6th, 7th, 13th,14th 2024Venue: Cascadia HotelRegistration Fee: $80.00Day of the tournament: $100.00 Saturday 6th JanuaryRound 1 …. 9:00 amRound 2 …. 3:00 pm Sunday 7th JanuaryRound 3 … 9:00 amRound 4 … 3:00 pm Saturday 13th January Round 5 … 9:00 amRound 6 … 3:00 pm Sunday 14th January RoundRead More
Details are as follows:Dates: December 9th to 12th 2023Venue: Cunupia SecondaryRegistration Fee: $80.00 Saturday 9th December Round 1 …. 9:00 amRound 2 …. 3:00 pm Sunday 10th December Round 3 … 9:00 amRound 4 … 3:00 pm Monday 11th December Round 5 … 9:00 amRound 6 … 3:00 pm Tuesday 12th December Round 7 …Read More
The National Senior Chess Tournament on 2nd, 3rd, 16th,17th December, 2023 at the Southern Chess Club. Pre-registration is encouraged and players can register below contact 1st Vice-President – Mr Frank Sears at 681 7205. Venue: 15 Mora Avenue, Coconut Drive, San Fernando The tournament will be FIDE Rated.Registration: $100 Payments can be made directly toRead More
Details are as follows:Date: November 18th, 19th, 25th, 26th 2023Venue: Cascadia Hotel The tournament will be FIDE Rated.Registration: $150 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Registration will be taken online up to 17th November, 2023 no later than 9 pm and NOT on theRead More
The National Blitz Chess Championship will be held on Saturday 14th October 2023 at 2.00 p.m. It will be a Swiss event of Minimum 7 rounds, Maximum 9 rounds. Time control: 3 mins plus 2 second incrementsVenue: Heritage Hall St. Joseph’ Convent POS Registration fee: $100 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: FirstRead More
Details are as follows:Date: October 21st, 22nd 2023Venue: Cascadia Hotel and Conference Center The tournament will be FIDE Rated.Registration: $100 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Registration will be taken online up to 20th October, 2023 no later than 9 pm andRead More
The TTCA presents the National Individual Secondary School Tournament. The top 4 players from each school will contribute points for the overall challenge trophy. The school with the most point will be crowned National Secondary School Chess Champion 2023 Details are as follows:Date: Saturday October 7th 2023Venue: Presentation College, ChaguanasTime Control: 10 min + 5Read More
Date: August 20th-27th, 2023Local Accommodation: Hilton Trinidad Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Rooms are available while supplies last and includes breakfast only.Shuttle service to and from the playing venue will be available.
The National Women’s Chess Championship shall be held from 29 July – 6 August 2023. All nationals who are interested in participating are asked to complete the form below no later than 27 July 2023. Date: 29th July, 2023 (starts and will run on weekends thereafter)Venue: The Cascadia Hotel and Conference CentreRegistration Fee: $110 Registration will be takenRead More
Date: 22nd July, 2023FIDE-Rated 7 Round RapidTime control: 15 mins 3 secsStart time: 10 amVenue: South Park Mall, San FernandoChief Arbiter: Roderick Noel
The 4th National Qualifier will take place in July 2023.Details are as follows: Date: July 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th 2023Venue: 15 Mora Avenue, Coconut Drive, San Fernando Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 7th July, 2023.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 WoodbrookRead More
The Southern Chess Club cordially invites you to the Genesis Super Swiss sponsored by Genesis Insurance Brokers & Benefits Consultants Ltd which starts on June 24 2023. The Genesis Super Swiss chess tournament will be FIDE Rated (Internationally rated) and will make history as the first tournament in Trinidad and Tobago with an Olympiad typeRead More
The 3rd National Qualifier will take place in June 2023.Details are as follows: Date: June 16th-19th 2023Venue: Scarborough Library, Tobago Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 15th June, 2023.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Time allotment per player is 1Read More
The 2nd National Qualifier will take place in June 2023.Details are as follows: Date: June 3rd, 4th, 8th, 10th 2023Venue: Cascadia Hotel, St. Ann’s Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 2nd June, 2023.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Time allotmentRead More
The seminar targets those who wish to become chess arbiters or already have moderate practice in the field.The objective is to learn foundational concepts and techniques, so that the participants get enough background to officiate as an arbiter on their own and build their experience before aiming for the international levels (FIDE Arbiter). The topicsRead More
Details are as follows:Date: Tuesday 30th, May 2022 at 9 A.M.Venue: Preysal Secondary School The tournament will be FIDE Rated.Registration: $80 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place Registration will be taken online up to 27th May, 2023 no later than 6 pmRead More
The 1st National Qualifier will take place in May 2023.Details are as follows: Date: May 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st 2023Venue: Arima Boys RC School, 3a Woodford St., Arima Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 11th May, 2023.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1Read More
The TTCA presents its National Individual Primary School Tournament. The top 4 players from each school will contribute points for the overall challenge trophy. The school with the most point will be crowned National Primary School Chess Champion 2023. Details are as follows:Date: April 29th 2023Venue: Presentation College, Chaguanas Time Control: 10 min + 5Read More
The Southern Chess Club presents Two-day Junior (Under 20) Tournament. Details are as follows:Date: April 1st, 2nd 2023Venue: 15 MORA AVE, COCONUT DRIVE, San Fernando The tournament will be rated,Registration before 31th March $80.00, otherwise $100.00 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place SystemRead More
Are you up for the Challenge? The Queen’s Gambit Challenge is a free chess crash course for English-speaking Caribbean females 8 years and older, who are interested in learning how to play chess. 1-hour lessons will be held on Saturdays and Sundays over the span of 10 weeks (19 hours in total). The course startsRead More
Name on Account: Trinidad and Tobago Chess AssociationAccount number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place
Details are as follows: Dates: January 28th, 29th, February 4th, 5th 2023 Venue: Presentation College, Chaguanas Registration Fee Before the day of the tournament $80.00 Day of the tournament $100.00 Saturday 28th January Round 1 …. 9:30 am Round 2 …. 3:00 pm Sunday 29th January Round 3 … 9:00 am Round 4 … 3:00Read More
Details are as follows:Dates: January 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th 2023Venue: Presentation College, ChaguanasRegistration Fee: $80.00 Saturday 7th January Round 1 …. 9:00 amRound 2 …. 3:00 pm Sunday 8th January Round 3 … 9:00 amRound 4 … 3:00 pm Saturday 14th JanuaryRound 5 … 9:00 amRound 6 … 3:00 pm Sunday 15th January Round 7Read More
The top two players male and female shall be eligible to participate in the CCA qualification Hybrid event on January 21-22, 2023 for the CAC Games to be held in El Salvador in 2023. The registration for the 2 male and 2 female players with the organisers is on 4 January 2023. Details are as follows:Date: December 10th, 11th 2022Venue: Daniell InstituteRead More
The Southern Chess Club presents Two-day ALL-Female (Unrated) Rapid Tournament. Details are as follows:Date: December 10th, 11th 2022Venue: 15 MORA AVE, COCONUT DRIVE, San Fernando The tournament will be not rated,Registration before 10th December Section A $80.00 , Section A $70.00 per player, otherwise $100.00[No registration on day of Tournament] Payments can be made directly toRead More
The Southern Chess Club presents Two-day Junior (Under 20) Rapid Tournament. Details are as follows:Date: November 12th, 13th 2022Venue: 15 MORA AVE, COCONUT DRIVE, San Fernando The tournament will be FIDE Rated,Registration before 11th November $60.00 per player, otherwise $75.00[No registration on day of Tournament] Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:AccountRead More
The National Blitz Chess Championship will be held on Sunday 30th October 2022 at 10.00 a.m. It will be a Swiss event of 7 rounds. Time control: 3 mins plus 2 second incrementsVenue: Cascadia Hotel, Conference Room #1 Registration fee: $100The tournament will be FIDE Rated. Proposed Prize fund: 1st Place $15002nd Place $10003rd Place $ 700 Top female. $600Read More
The winners (Male and Female) will be considered National Champions (Absolute and Women) for 2022. Details are as follows:Date: October 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th 2022Venue: Cascadia Hotel, Conference Room #1 The tournament will be FIDE Rated.Registration: $150 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1Read More
The TTCA presents its second installment of the National Individual Primary School Tournament. The top 4 players from each school will contribute points for the overall challenge trophy. The school with the most point will be crowned National Primary School Chess Champion 2022 Details are as follows:Date: July 16th 2022Venue: Tornelo and ZoomTime Control: 10Read More
Invitation The Trinidad & Tobago Chess Association (TTCA) is pleased to invite all National Federations and players to the Trinidad and Tobago International Open Chess Tournament 2022 to be held at The Hilton Trinidad and Conference Centre, Lady Young Road, Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago, from 1st July – 8th July 2022. The tournamentRead More
The Southern Chess Club cordially invites you to the Genesis Super Swiss sponsored by Genesis Insurance Brokers & Benefits Consultants Ltd which starts on June 11 2022. The Genesis Super Swiss chess tournament will be FIDE Rated (Internationally rated) and will make history as the first tournament in Trinidad and Tobago with an Olympiad typeRead More
Details are as follows:Dates: April 12th, 13th, 14th 2022Venue: Preysal SecondaryRegistration Fee: $80.00 Registration will be taken online up to 11th April, 2022 and NOT on the day of the tournament.Payment due the day of the tournament up to 8:30 am, payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: FirstRead More
Details are as follows:Dates: April 4th, 5h, 6th 2022Venue: Preysal SecondaryRegistration Fee: $80.00 Registration will be taken online up to 3rd April, 2022 and NOT on the day of the tournament.Payment due the day of the tournament up to 8:30 am, payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: FirstRead More
Date: 26th – 27th February 2022Venue: Tornelo and ZoomTornelo Link: https://tornelo.com/chess/orgs/trinidad-tobago-chess-association/events/68b56206-f9c6-4793-8180-0e1262bd588aTime Control: 20 min + 5 sec Rounds: 7 Rounds.Rounds 1-4 26th February 2022 2.00 p.m.Rounds 5-7 27th February 2022 3.00 p.m. In the event there are 8 or less participants, the tournament will be played as a round-robin. Registration fee: $80 Registration closes: 25th February at 11:59pmChiefRead More
Date: 12th – 13th February 2022Venue: Tornelo and ZoomTornelo Link: https://tornelo.com/chess/orgs/trinidad-tobago-chess-association/events/7a17f0bf-1ae4-44a0-ab75-ead318dee11eTime Control: 20 min + 5 sec Rounds: 7 Rounds.Rounds 1-4 12th February 2022 2.00 p.m.Rounds 5-7 13th February 2022 3.00 p.m. In the event there are 8 or less participants, the tournament will be played as a round-robin. Registration fee: $80 Registration closes: 11th February at 11:59pmChiefRead More
UWI Chess club in collaboration with the TTCA presents the UWI CHESS CLUB REPUBLIC DAY RAPID. This tournament is the beginning of an annual rapid tournament event carded for the 24th of September each year. As the pandemic has limited movement and engagement in Trinidad and Tobago, Chess has continued to thrive in an onlineRead More
International Chess Day is commemorated on 20th July every year. This year the TTCA shall be engaging in a campaign “Meet the Champions: Youth Chess TT ” to highlight the National Youth/Junior Chess Champions of 2021.This campaign consists of short videos introducing each national youth/junior chess champion to the wider community. Every day for aRead More
The tournament will see participants competing individually. The top 4 players from each school will contribute points for the overall challenge trophy. The school that accumulates the most points among the top 4 players will be the Champions. Details are as follows:Date: July 17th 2021 at 1 p.m.Venue: Tornelo and ZoomTime Control: 10 min +Read More
This series will take the form of three online rapid tournaments. The three events will be held on Saturday 17th April, Saturday 15th May, Saturday 19th June, 2021 Registration Fee: $60 TTD (One payment to participate in all days) Payment due the day of the tournament up to 8:30 am, payments can be made directlyRead More
The TTCA is making great strides to continue to promote chess in Trinidad and Tobago, however we are lacking human resources. Please fill out the following form if you are willing to volunteer in any way to help in keeping chess activity vibrant within Trinidad and Tobago. Thank you in advance for your willingness toRead More
TTCA in collaboration with Southern Chess Club presents the International Women’s Day Online Rapid Tournament Details are as follows:The tournament is open to females of Trinidad and Tobago Date: March 6th, 2021, 3 PM (-4 GMT) (Trinidad time)Platform: TorneloRegistration Fee: $50.00 Registration will be taken online up to 5th March, 2021 and NOT on theRead More
The National Junior Chess Championships 2021Details are as follows: Dates: March 13th, 14th, 20th 2021Venue: Preysal SecondaryRegistration Fee: $80.00 Registration will be taken online up to 12th March, 2021 and NOT on the day of the tournament.Payment due the day of the tournament up to 8:30 am, payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s Read More
Details are as follows: Date: February 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st 2021Venue: Preysal SecondaryRegistration Fee: $100.00 Registration will be taken online up to 12th February, 2020 and NOT on the day of the tournament. Payment due the day of the tournament up to 8:30 am, payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank:Read More
Registration procedureJust complete and submit the registration form at the linkhttps://forms.gle/Jte6gLvgjVXjkuF67 VERY IMPORTANT 1- Only the players from Caribbean Countries can play this tournament VERY IMPORTANT 2- after registering by the above link you will receive a link by email to enter the tournament . Please enter in this link 1 hour before or atRead More
Please be advised that the funeral service for Della Marie Walcott will take place this Saturday 18th July, 2020 at 8:00 am at Church of Nativity in Diego Martin. Due to the COVID restrictions and number of persons permitted the service will be streamed live for those who wish to participate using the following linkRead More
Finals Game type – 60 mins battle between playersTime Control: 3 minutes initial – 2 second increments June 17, 2020: Finals / 3rd place 6.00 p.m. The TTCA is pleased to present its first Regional Online Youth Chess Championship from June 13 – June 17, 2020. REGULATIONSTargetThe tournament is open to youth players from the followingRead More
Dear Chess Community, On behalf of the TTCA, I wish you a happy and holy Easter!I do also hope that you are well and staying safe. It is with immense pride that I share with you some positive news in this challenging time in our country and across the world. The Trinidad and Tobago ChessRead More
Southern Chess Club presents Master of ‘D’ Minds, One day Rapid chess tournament.Payments can be made in person on the day of the tournament. Date: PostponedVenue: Naparima Boys’ College, San FernandoRegistration FeeJunior – $60.00 Open – $100.00Registration Closes April 3rd, 2020
The Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association cordially invites you to our Prize Giving Ceremony for all National Tournaments which will include the following: National Finals both Absolute and Women (2019) National Blitz National Swiss National Seniors Player of the Year Youth Chess Championship 2020 Junior Chess Championship 2020 This will take place on Sunday 8thRead More
Please note due to the potential impact of the Covid 19, the 2nd Qualifier will be postponed until further notice. Thank you for your understanding as we take steps to ensure the safety of our players and their loved ones. Date: TBDVenue: La Horquetta South Government Primary School. Gladiolus Crescent (Venue change)Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration willRead More
The 1st National Qualifier will take place in at the end of January 2020.Details are as follows: Date: January 25th, 26th, February 1st, 2nd 2020Venue: Daniell Institute of Learning, 20 Hamilton Holder Street, WoodbrookRegistration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 24th January, 2020 and NOT on the day of the tournament.Payments can be madeRead More
The National Junior Chess Championships 2020 Details are as follows: Dates: February 8th, 9th ,15th ,16th, 2020 Venue: Presentation College Chaguanas Registration Fee: $60.00 Registration will be taken online up to 7th February, 2020 and NOT on the day of the tournament.Payment due the day of the tournament up to 10:00 am, payments can beRead More
The National Swiss 2020 will take place in January 2020.Details are as follows: Date: January 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th 2020Venue: San Fernando Girls’ Anglican, St Julien of NorwichRegistration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 10th January, 2020.Any late registration would be at the discretion of the Arbiter Mr Keevin James.Payments can be madeRead More
The National Youth Chess Championship Under 8-18 categories will take place in January 2020. Details are as follows: Dates: January 2nd-5th, 2019 Venue: Naparima College Registration Fee: $60.00 Registration will be taken online up to 1st January, 2020 and NOT on the day of the tournament. Payment due the day of the tournament up toRead More
The Confederation of Chess for the Americas (CCA) and the Trinidad & Tobago Chess Association (TTCA), are pleased to invite all National Federations of the CAC Region to the Central America and the Caribbean Under-20 (CAC Under 20) Chess Championships, to be held at: The Cycling Velodrome, Couva, Trinidad and Tobago, from December 12 –Read More
The Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association will be hosting its 2019 (FIDE Rated) National Senior Chess Tournament on Saturday 16, Sunday 17, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 November, 2019 at the Tranquility Government Secondary School in Port of Spain. Pre-registration is encouraged and players can register with either the Secretary – Ms Sandy Razark, srazark@yahoo.comRead More
The Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association, TTCA, is pleased to invite all nationals to participate in the National Blitz 2019 Tournament. Date: Saturday, 16th November, 2019Late registration would be taken up to 3:40 pmTournament begins 4 pm Venue: Tranquility Government Secondary School Registration: $50.00 Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Read More
For club administrators and arbiters/helpers who do tournament management and have used Swiss Manager before or at least are quick learners when it comes to using new software. Date: Saturday 14th September – 2:00 pm – 3:30 pmVenue: Cascadia Hotel and Conference Centre in St. Anns. Topics: Introduction to Swiss Manager Review of the FIDERead More
The Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association, TTCA, is pleased to invite all interested persons to participate in the C3 Centre Simultaneous Event with Grandmaster Marian Petrov. Attractive prizes, and medals the event!The games begin from 3.00 p.m. on Monday, 26th August, 2019. Registration: $20.00 Participants for the simultaneous are asked to pre-register using the formRead More
Attention all Chess Trainers certified by FIDE The following trainer certificates are due for renewal, the outstanding sums of money would be required to extend the validity of the trainer titles for 4 years 8.3 8.3.1 Every four years, holders of the titles FIDE Senior Trainer, FIDE Trainer, FIDE Instructor, National Instructor, Developmental Instructor must apply for aRead More
The National Women’s Chess Championship is carded to take place on 31st August, 2019. Those who are interested are kindly ask to register in the form below Date: 31st August, 2019 (starts and will run on weekends thereafter)Venue: The Cascadia Hotel and Conference CentreRegistration Fee: $110 Registration will be taken online up to 27th August, 2019.PaymentsRead More
The TTCA has embarked on a Chess Training exercise to be conducted by a Bulgarian Grand Master Marian Petrov. This unique and exciting project will take place in Trinidad from Monday 19th August to Saturday 24th August 2019. The Following are the details:• This Training will be split into four modules o Module “A” isRead More
The 4th National Qualifier will take place in July 2019.Details are as follows: Date: 7th, 13th, 14th, 21st 2019Venue: San Fernando Girls’ Anglican, St Julien of NorwichRegistration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 5th July, 2019.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 WoodbrookRead More
The 3rd National Qualifier will take place in May 2019.Details are as follows: Date: May 30th, 31st, June 1st, 2nd 2019Venue: Activity Centre, Scarborough Library, TobagoRegistration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 29th May, 2019.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: First Citizens BankAddress: 1 Woodbrook Place TimeRead More
The 2nd National Qualifier will take place in March 2019.Details are as follows: Date: March 16th, 17th, 23th, 24th 2019Venue: St. James Youth CenterRegistration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 15th March, 2019 and NOT on the day of the tournament.Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’s Account:Account number: 2016302Bank: FirstRead More
The National Junior Chess Championships 2019 Details are as follows: Dates: January 19th, 20th ,26th ,27th, 2019 Venue: Presentation College Chaguanas Registration Fee: $60.00 Registration will be taken online up to 18th January, 2019 and NOT on the day of the tournament. Payment due the day of the tournament up to 10:00 am, payments canRead More
The 1st National Qualifier will take place in February 2019. Details are as follows: Date: February 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th 2019 Venue: La Horquetta South Government Primary School Registration Fee: $110.00 Registration will be taken online up to 1st February, 2019 and NOT on the day of the tournament. Payments can be made directly to the TTCA’s First Citizen’sRead More
The National Youth Chess Championship Under 8-18 categories will take place in January 2019. Details are as follows: Dates: January 3rd-6th, 2019 Venue: University of Trinidad and Tobago, Point Lisas Campus, Auditorium Registration Fee: $60.00 Registration will be taken online up to 2nd January, 2019 and NOT on the day of the tournament. Payment dueRead More
The Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association, TTCA, is pleased to invite all interested persons to participate in the C3 Centre Blitz Chess Tournaments. Events include: Blitz-OPEN Blitz-Youth (Under 13 and Under 9) Attractive prizes, trophies, and medals for tournaments as well as Special prizes! Registration begins from 1.00 p.m. on Saturday, 1st December, 2018. RegistrationRead More
Please see the Calendar of Events scheduled from December 2025 to July 2026. Please be advised the TTCA at this time is awaiting confirmation from FIDE America on dates for regional events and will be included once received.
The National Youth Chess Championship Under 8-18 categories will take place in January 2018. Details are as follows: Dates: January 4-7, 2018 Venue: Lobby 2, Aquatic Centre, Couva. Registration Fee: $50.00 Registration will be taken online up to 2nd January, 2018 and NOT on the day of the tournament. Payment is on the day ofRead More
The National Open Chess Championship and National Women’s Chess Championship shall be held at 7th Floor, Pan American Life Building, St. Vincent Street, Port of Spain over the following dates: September 23, 24, 25, 30 2017 October 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 2017 RoundsRead More
The Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association is pleased to invite players from all FIDE Federations to its Trinidad and Tobago International Open Chess Tournament 2017 which takes place from August 27-September 2, 2017 at the VIP Room -Hasely Crawford Stadium, Port of Spain. For the official invitation, please click here. Players are asked to Pre-RegisterRead More
The National Juniors Under 20 Chess Championships will take place in January 2017. Date: January 14th, 15th, 21st and 22nd Venue: Pan American Life, St. Vincent Street, Port of Spain Registration Fee: $60.00 Registrations will be taken online up to 13th January, 2017 and NOT on the day of the tournament. Payment is on the dayRead More
Pairings/Results National Finals 2016 – Open Venue: Rhand Credit Union, Port of Spain Round 1 on 2016/10/15 at 3:00PM SNo. Name Rtg Res. Name Rtg SNo. 1 FM Cupid Kevin 2166 – Lee Hayden 1872 12 2 FM Yee Frank 2052 – FM Winter Atwell Adrian 2158 11 3 FM Merritt MarioRead More
The Trinidad and Tobago International Masters and Open Chess tournaments continue to deliver on the excitement that preceded their commencement. MASTERS In the Masters Section, the two top seeds remain at the top of the standings, with GM Ilja Zaragatski edging GM Elshan Moradaibadi on tie-break. Trinidad and Tobago’s FM Ryan Harper fought a long and hardRead More
The Trinidad and Tobago International Masters and Open Chess Tournaments began on a really high note with an Opening Ceremony which featured: the President of the National Olympic Committee, Brian Lewis, the Chairman of the Sports Company of Trinidad and Tobago, Mr. Michael Phillips, the Manager Marketing and Member Relations, Rhand Credit Union ( Sponsor), Haile CaruthRead More
The Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association (TTCA) is proud to be hosting the inaugural International Masters and Open Chess Tournaments in commemoration of its 80th Anniversary. The tournament will be held at the Normandie Hotel, St. Anns from July 28th- August 5, 2016. Players from Germany, Chile, Netherlands, Uganda, Venezuela, the United States and ourRead More
This is an appeal for all members of the chess community and the general public to come to the assistance of one of our young talented players, Della-Marie Walcott, a 14 yr-old student of St. Joseph’s Convent, Port of Spain. On December 22, 2015 Della-Marie Walcott had to undergo emergency surgery to remove a cystRead More
