Chess Rapid Youth Tournament #40
About this event
A milestone — Happy Pawn's 40th rapid tournament! Swiss-Dutch format at Alliance Française Bangkok. Open to all kids up to 16 years old. Medals and trophies for category winners, chess magazine and certificate for every participant.
What to expect
- ✓Swiss-Dutch format · 7 rounds
- ✓Categories: U6, U8, U10, U12, U14, U16
- ✓Rapid time control · 15 min + 10 sec
- ✓Medals & trophies for top finishers
- ✓Chess magazine & certificate for all
- ✓Official Happy Pawn ELO rating — see exactly how much you've improved
See what it's like
Age categories
| Category | Who can play |
|---|---|
| U6 | born 2020 or later |
| U8 | born 2018 or later |
| U10 | born 2016 or later |
| U12 | born 2014 or later |
| U14 | born 2012 or later |
| U16 | born 2010 or later |
Younger players may optionally compete in an older category.
Day schedule
Schedule is approximate. Prize ceremony begins once all games are complete.
What's included
- ✓Lunch and drinks
- ✓Participation certificate
- ✓Chess magazine to take home
Pricing
| 🐦 Early Bird | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (THB) | 1,390 THB | 1,590 THB |
| HappyCademy credits | 6 credits | 7 credits |
Early bird price available until 30 August.
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📍 Event location
Alliance Française Bangkok
179 Thanon Witthayu, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330
🅿️ Parking available on site
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The coaches and staff who will be running this event.
Sébastien Ferrand
Chess & coding teacher
Teacher Muri
Chess teacher
Apin
Admin & operations
Prae
Admin & operations
Event details
Date
Sunday, 6 September 2026
Time
09:30–16:00
Format
Rapid · 15 min + 10 sec
Rules
Tournament guide →Status
Registration open
Early Bird
Until 30 August
Pricing
Early Bird Price
1,390 THB
or 6 credits for HappyCademy members
Standard Price
1,590 THB
or 7 credits for HappyCademy members
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