Eastern Asia Youth Chess Championship 2025
Get ready for a thrilling chess spectacle in one of Asia’s most vibrant cities! The 9th Eastern Asia Youth Chess Championship 2025 will unfold from July 20 to 30, 2025, in the scenic city of Zhuhai, China. Hosted at the elegant Zhuhai Holiday Resort, this prestigious international event brings together the region’s top youth talents to compete in classical, rapid, and blitz formats. Sanctioned by FIDE and organized under the auspices of the Asian Chess Federation, the championship welcomes federations from Zones 3.3 and 3.5 for a competitive, friendly, and culturally enriching chess experience.
♜ EVENT DETAILS
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates: | 20–30 July 2025 |
| Tournament Type: | Classical, Rapid, and Blitz |
| Total prize fund (approx. EUR): | Titles, trophies, medals, and certificates (non-cash) |
| Place: | Zhuhai, China |
| Venue: | Zhuhai Holiday Resort Ballroom |
| Address: | No.9 East Shihua Road, Jida, Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province, China |
| Organizer: | Chinese Chess Association |
| Federation: | Chinese Chess Federation |
| Tournament Director: | Not explicitly named |
| Chief Arbiter: | Appointed by Asian Chess Federation President |
| Time Control: | 90’ + 30” (Standard), 15’ + 5” (Rapid), 5’ + 3” (Blitz) |
| Number of rounds: | 9 (Standard), 7 (Rapid), 9 (Blitz) |
⏱️ TIME CONTROL
The championship will feature three formats:
- Standard: 90 minutes per player + 30 seconds increment from move 1 (9 rounds).
- Rapid: 15 minutes + 5 seconds increment (7 rounds played in one day).
- Blitz: 5 minutes + 3 seconds increment (9 rounds played in one day).
Players must be punctual—default time for standard games is 30 minutes; Blitz and Rapid games are forfeited immediately if the clock runs out.
📅 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
| Date | Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 20 July | Arrival & Technical Meeting | After 14:00 / 20:00 |
| 21 July | Opening Ceremony + Rapid Rounds 1–7 | 09:00–12:30 & 15:00–19:00 |
| 22 July | Standard Round 1 & 2 | 09:00 & 15:00 |
| 23 July | Standard Round 3 | 15:00 |
| 24 July | Standard Round 4 & 5 | 09:00 & 15:00 |
| 25 July | Free Day | — |
| 26 July | Standard Round 6 & 7 | 09:00 & 15:00 |
| 27 July | Standard Round 8 | 09:00 |
| 28 July | Standard Round 9 | 09:00 |
| 29 July | Blitz Rounds 1–9 + Closing Ceremony | 09:00 & 17:00 |
| 30 July | Departure | Before 12:00 |
🏆 PRIZE FUND
This event focuses on titled awards, trophies, and medals, distributed as follows:
- Trophies & Medals for top 3 in each category (Open & Girls: U8–U18).
- Medals & Certificates for 4th to 10th place in each category.
- Team medals awarded based on total scores of top 3 players per federation.
- Federation ranking trophies based on cumulative medals in Standard events.
- Direct FIDE titles (IM, FM, CM, WIM, WFM, WCM) awarded based on final standings and rating requirements.
📝 REGISTRATION
All players must register via their national federations. Individual registrations are not accepted.
- Entry Fee:
- $75 (official players)
- $150 (additional players)
- Registration Fee: $110 (all participants and accompanying persons)
- Deadline for hotel prepayment: 1st June 2025
- Deadline for full registration: 1st July 2025 (late entries incur $50 surcharge)
All participants must have valid FIDE IDs. Entry is complete only after fee payment and room confirmation.
🛏️ TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION
Official Hotel: Zhuhai Holiday Resort Hotel
- Location: Near venue, within walking distance
- Accommodation (Full board, 10 nights):
- Single Room: $1100
- Deluxe Double Room: $900
- Standard Double Room: $800
Accommodation includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Room availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. No discounts for shorter stays.
Travel:
- Nearest Airports: Guangzhou, Zhuhai, and Shenzhen International
- Transfers available from airports and the Hong Kong-Zhuhai border (China side)
- Flight details must be submitted before 10th July 2025
Visa Support:
- Requests must be submitted before 1st June 2025
- Invitation letters issued only after payment confirmation
🧑💼 ORGANIZER
The Chinese Chess Association, under the authority of the Asian Chess Federation, will organize this prestigious event.
Contact Details:
- International Contact: Lucia Liang — +86 15989851965
- Domestic Contact: Yizhi Chen — +86 18666900823
- Email: [email protected]
All communications should be routed through the federation representatives.
♚ WHY YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE
The Eastern Asia Youth Chess Championship 2025 is more than just a tournament—it’s a celebration of talent, culture, and international friendship. Set in the beautiful coastal city of Zhuhai, the event promises high-level competition, FIDE title opportunities, and unforgettable experiences for rising chess stars across Asia. Whether you’re chasing glory, aiming for a FIDE title, or simply want to represent your country, this is the perfect stage to shine. Make your move and be part of Eastern Asia’s most prestigious youth chess event!
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Additional Details
Playing Venue - Zhuhai Holiday Resort Ballroom
Organizer - Chinese Chess Association
Organizer Phone - +86 15989851965
Organizer email - [email protected]
Number of rounds - 9 (Standard), 7 (Rapid), 9 (Blitz)
Tournament system - SWISS
Organizer
The Chinese Chess Association (CCA) is the official governing body of international chess in Mainland China. Established in 1986 under the administration of Zhongguo Qiyuan, the CCA is responsible for organizing, promoting, and regulating chess activities nationwide. It represents China in the International Chess Federation (FIDE) and the Asian Chess Federation. The CCA plays a central role in elevating China’s presence in global chess by developing young talents, running educational programs, and hosting elite-level events. Among the most prominent tournaments it organizes are the China Chess League, the S T Lee Beijing International Open, and the Tan Chin Nam Invitational, which consistently attract world-class players and top Chinese grandmasters.