RAPID CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP BY Abu Dhabi Chess Lovers Club(10+2)

Welcome to the world of Over the board chess!

This is your host Pawan Kumar Jha.

I have been organizing chess tournaments from April 2025 in Abu Dhabi. Every Weekend we gather and play Over the board Rapid chess along with some fun hand and brain games. In the end the winner takes a small trophy and winning certificate.

We are a Non-Profit, passion and hobby driven and Non-commercial chess group.

What is happening on the Saturday 14th February 2026 4pm-7pm?

We are organizing yet another RAPID chess tournament event where all available chess enthusiasts are invited to compete in the SWISS format rounds!
Time control: 10+2

Unlimited chess style photo clicks with chess sets and trophy

Prizes:
Top 3 get Medals and certificates.

How many people to expect and who are they?

Our average count is around 15 people on Weekends. Sometimes it reaches 19-20 and, on some weekends, around 8-10.
All our members are connected in our WhatsApp group chat where most of communication takes place.
People are from all nationalities including kids and women too
To grow the club and make it big, we are now on meetup. We will be growing big soon (currently approx. 230+ members).

Is there something I should know before coming?

Yes, we play chess at a Restaurant/Cafe who allows us space to play comfortably. So please if you can order at least one drink/item.

The group is organized for everyone and on some weekends, parents also bring their kids who are sharp at chess. To maintain decency, we request everyone to behave nicely. Be nice and be respectful. Unruly behaviour, political comments, any negative vibes will not be accepted.
You can also come to play just for fun as we also have fun events where we play at the end of all SWISS rounds, a game called HANDs and BRAIN which is a team game of chess with lots of fun
After a loss table slams like Magnus Carlsen not allowed as their tables might break- Don't expect organizer to cover for such loses 😂

Venue details and time

• Saturday 14th February 4pm-7pm (The Alchemist Coffee Hub), see maps given in location) Abu Dhabi

How can you support us

Follow us on Instagram at abudhabichesslovers
Join our WhatsApp Group chat https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnA9f5UeJij6FSAqd7TRr4
Bring us more members by sharing the event details with your friends