Desert Penguins Chess Club

Desert Penguins Chess Club is a London-based chess club and tournament organizer in the United Kingdom. It is led by International Master Augustin Madan and supports competitive over-the-board chess in the city. Over the years, the club has developed an active community for players and families.

The club runs FIDE-rated tournaments as well as local chess events across classical chess, rapid chess, and blitz chess. In addition, it organizes the Desert Penguins Easter Chess Festival in Central London, featuring a classical chess schedule alongside open sections and an IM norm round robin. Moreover, it also delivers junior-focused competitions, including the Desert Penguins Junior Chess Championships.

Furthermore, Desert Penguins places strong emphasis on clear event logistics and player-friendly communication. As a result, participants can register and prepare with confidence, whether they are improving juniors or experienced tournament players.