Checkmate Chill Blitz
♞ CHECKMATE CHILL SRCA Winter Blitz 2026
📅 18 Jan | Noida Sec-62
EVENT FORMAT & CATEGORIES
BLITZ 3+2 | 5:00 pm
Open
🚫 No Age Bar
WHY CHECKMATE CHILL IS DIFFERENT
* Grandmaster Hunt
* GoChess AI Board + 4-Player Chess
* Mindset Matters – Chess vs Studies
- Session by Dr. Nanaki J. Chaddha
Renowned Sports Psychologist [₹249 only | 1-hr session | Valid for both parents]
EARLY BIRD (Till 11 Jan) Rapid ₹666 | Blitz ₹222 | Combo ₹777
Registrations close: 16 Jan
Price: 222/-
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Checkmate Chill Rapid
♞ CHECKMATE CHILL SRCA Winter Rapid 2026
📅 18 Jan | Noida Sec-62
EVENT FORMAT & CATEGORIES
RAPID 20+5 | 10:00 am
U06, U08, U10, U12 & Open
WHY CHECKMATE CHILL IS DIFFERENT
* Grandmaster Hunt
* GoChess AI Board + 4-Player Chess
* Mindset Matters – Chess vs Studies
- Session by Dr. Nanaki J. Chaddha
Renowned Sports Psychologist [₹249 only | 1-hr session | Valid for both parents
Registrations close: 16 Jan
Price: 666/-
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Winter Chess Rapid
WINTER CHESS CARNIVAL Rapid Open
15+10 | 5 rounds
Reporting Time - 10.30 am
Schedule -
R1 - 11 am
R2 - 12 pm
R3 - 1 pm
R4 - 2.15 pm
R5 - 3.15 pm
PD - 5.20 pm
What’s Included for ALL Players
✔️ Small snack box
✔️ Unlimited Tea / Coffee
✔️ Warm winter chess vibes
Price: 499/-
Christmas Clash Rapid 2025
Date: Sunday, 14th December 2025
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Venue: Creative Kidz School, 1C/65 N.H., NIT, Faridabad, Haryana 121001
Format:
15 + 10 | 5 Rounds*
*rounds may vary as per the number of players
Categories:
* Under 9
* Open
Prizes:
* Cash Prizes
* Medals & E-Certificates
* Win Cool Chess Merch!
💰 Registration Fee:
Early Bird (till 11th Dec): ₹499/-
Late Fee (after 11th Dec): ₹599/-
Water + Tea/Coffee included ☕
Price: 499/-
ROAD TO GCL — BLITZ TOURNAMENT 2025
Your Shortcut to the Global Chess League!
Big prizes • Big vibes • Limited seats
⚡ Tournament Format
Blitz 5+3
7 Rounds (Swiss)
Timing: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Tea / Coffee on the House ☕
📍 Locations & Dates
Gurgaon – Saturday, 6th December
Noida – Sunday, 7th December
🌪 FOMO TIME
For ₹299, you’re playing Blitz, winning cash, grabbing goodies, sipping coffee, and maybe walking into the GCL arena.
Price: 299/-
SRCA's Rapid Play
SRCA Rapid Play – Delhi | Gurgaon | Noida
📅 6th September | 10+5 Time Control
Not just chess – this is Delhi NCR’s coolest hangout. Pull up in your jeans, bring your gang, make new connects & vibe with the tribe.
🏆 Prizes That Hit Different
1st – Free entry to SRCA Blitz Battle (20 Sept, 5:30 pm)
2nd – 50% off on Rapid Play (20 Sept, 9:30 am)
3rd – Canvas Bag: “I Never Lose. Either I Win or Learn.”
4th & Best Girl Player – Diamond Chess.com Membership
🌟 Open for All – kids, college goers, corporates.
👑 Over 50? Play at 50% off.
👉 Be part of the gang. Play hard. Chill harder.
Price: 399/-
SPEED CHESS TOURNAMENT
The Biggest Chess Vibe in Town 💥 – where pawns turn into legends & friendships brew over coffee.
📅 31st Aug | 3:30 – 6:30 PM
⏳ 3 Formats: Rapid 10+5 | Blitz 3+2 | Bullet 1+1
📍 Defense Bakery, Gurgaon | Alma Bakery & Café, Noida
🏆 Prizes, Memories & Vibes – powered by SRCA & Chess.com
✨ Come. Play. Connect. Be part of the tribe 🌆♟☕
Price: 399/-
Chido’s Chess Clash 2.0
💥 SIMUL with GM Sahaj Grover
⏱️ 3:30 PM – Simul | 5:45 PM – Meet & Greet | 6:00 PM – Rapid (10+5)
💰 Prize Pool – ₹17,000
🏆 Prizes:
- 2000+ Category – 1st Prize ₹3000
- U-2000 Category – 1st Prize ₹8000 + Diamond Chess.com Membership + Trophy
- 2nd Prize ₹4000 + Platinum Membership + Trophy
- Best Girl Player – ₹1000 + Gold Membership + Trophy
- Youngest Player – ₹1000 + Trophy
🎯 Event Perks:
- Complimentary Drink 🍹
- 25% OFF on Food & Beverages
- ₹200 Voucher from Chido’s
⚠ Limited to 50 Players – First Come, First Serve
Price: 1000/-
Play, Laugh, Checkmate!
Think you can take on WFM Shivika Rohilla in a friendly chess simul? Or just want to enjoy a fun match with your friends? Either way, it’s game on! Bring your best moves, your squad, and let’s make this bigger & better!
⚡ Challenge Shivika or battle it out with a friend
🔥 Sip coffee, make moves & have fun
📍 Join us for an unforgettable chess experience!
📅 April 2nd, 2025
📍Cafe Saka
🕓 6 PM to 8 PM
Tag your chess buddies & let’s go! ♟💥
Price: 350/-
Welcome to Chess Coffee Connect— where we blend the strategic depth of chess with a friendly, community-focused environment! Join us every month for our exciting Chess & Coffee Meet-ups and become a part of Delhi’s growing chess culture. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a beginner, young or old, our community is open to everyone who loves the game and the camaraderie that comes with it. As an affiliate of Shivika Rohilla Chess Academy (SRCA), we strive to create an environment where every game is fair, fun, and memorable.
Our Mission – Checkmate Goals
At Chess Coffee Connect, we believe in making chess more than just a game; we aim to build a community. By bringing people together over chess boards and coffee cups, we’re working to establish a vibrant chess culture in Delhi—one where players of all ages and skill levels feel welcome and inspired. Our meet-ups are open to all, from casual players to serious competitors, and we encourage everyone to enjoy the game respectfully.
What to Expect
Monthly Meet-Ups: Enjoy casual and competitive games, interactive sessions, and the opportunity to learn from each other.
All Ages Welcome: Our meet-ups are family-friendly and inclusive, encouraging players from every age group and background to participate.
Community Building: Connect with fellow chess lovers, share strategies, and celebrate the joy of the game.
Coffee & Conversations: Indulge in great coffee as you engage in friendly matches, puzzles, and stimulating conversations.
Why Join Us?
Chess Coffee Connect is more than a club; it’s a movement to make chess a lively part of Delhi’s culture. By attending our monthly meet-ups, you’ll be part of a community that values strategy, learning, and the timeless thrill of chess—all while sipping on your favorite coffee.
So, bring your board (or use one of ours), grab a cup of coffee, and let’s create checkmate moments together! Follow us for updates on upcoming meet-ups, and join us in building Delhi’s chess culture, one coffee at a time.
Why Become a Member?
Join our vibrant community and unlock exclusive benefits
Connect
With a vibrant community of chess lovers and coffee enthusiasts
Learn
From regular interactions, strategy sessions, and workshops
Compete
In friendly games, tournaments, and exciting chess events
Enjoy
Great coffee, great company, and exclusive membership perks
Tournament Rules & Guidelines
Fair play and sportsmanship are at the heart of our community
Volunteer Squad
Networking Goldmine: Meet GMs, IMs, influencers, café owners, startup founders, and corporate executives. Chess Coffee Connect is essentially a living LinkedIn — powered by chess and coffee.
Skill Building: Gain hands-on experience in event management, digital marketing, and community building — real-world skills that add strong value to your résumé.
Gen Z Cred: Be part of India’s first café chess culture. Think of it as “Beer Pong culture,” reimagined for Chess & Coffee. You are building the trend, not following it.
Exclusive Perks: Enjoy free passes to CCC events, coffee vouchers, official CCC merchandise drops, and priority access to premium chess nights.
Growth Path: Progress from Volunteer ➝ Community Lead ➝ Paid Event Manager. We grow with our people.
Impact Factor: This is more than volunteer hours — you are shaping a culture where intellect meets lifestyle.
Register Here
VIP Tribe Pass
Love playing chess and want to save more? Don’t miss the Tribe Edition.
Chess Coffee Connect is now live across 10+ locations in Delhi NCR — where chess meets cafés, conversations, and a growing community.
Choose Your Vibe:
Hustler Pass → ₹555 | 5 Events | 1-Month Access
Grandmaster Move → ₹999 | Unlimited Café Events | 2-Month Access
Perks You’ll Love:
👉 ₹100 food voucher (where applicable)
👉 Buddy Pass — bring a friend at 50% off
👉 50% OFF Mega Rapid Events
Register Here
Etiquette & Sportsmanship
Respect Your Opponent : Greet your opponent at the begining and end of each gam. Chess coffee connect is build on mutual respect and camaraderie.
Stay Focused, Stay Quiet : Avoid discussing moves or giving advice during gameplay.
Keep It Clean : Handle chess pieces and clocks with care, and clean up coffee cups or belongings before leaving.
General Community Guidelines
Be Punctual : Arrive on time for scheduled tournaments and events. Late arrivals may forfeit their match.
No Phones on the Table : Keep phones silent and off the playing table to maintain fairness and focus.
Enjoy and Encourage : Support new players, share insights, and embrace friendly competition.
Tournament Rules
For our structured tournaments, we adhere to the official laws of chess set by the International Chess Federation (FIDE). Here are some important guidelines eo keep in mind.
Touch-Move Rule : In rated rapid tournaments, if you touch a piece, you must move it (if legally possible).
Clock-Move Rule for Casual Blitz : In casual blitz tournaments, the clock-move rule is followed to keep games light, fair, and enjoyable.
Dispute Resolution
Fair play and mutual respect are at the heart of Chess Coffee Connect. In case of disagreements, please follow the steps below to resolve them smoothly.
How to Handle Disputes:
Resolve Disputes Directly : Players are encouraged to first resolve misunderstandings calmly with each other.
Arbiter Assistance : If an agreement cannot be reached, pause the clock and raise your hand for assistance.
Thank you for upholding these guidelines and helping us create a positive, supportive chess culture in Delhi. Whether you’re here to compete or simply enjoy a game over coffee, we’re thrilled to have you as part of our community.