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 aged 6–16. 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.
📍 Event location
Alliance Française Bangkok
179 Thanon Witthayu, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330
🅿️ Parking available on site
Open in Google Maps →Photos from previous editions
Your team for this event
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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