Elevate your rapid-play skills at the Rybinsk Rapid Chess Open, a one-day, seven-round Swiss event on July 26, 2025, in Rybinsk, Russia. Hosted by the Pedagogical Chess Union at Vikonda (1st floor), this FIDE-rated rapid tournament challenges players in U-14 and U-10 age categories with a brisk G/10 + 5 sec time control. Whether you’re a rising U-10 talent or an experienced U-14 contender, this tournament delivers intense over-the-board duels in a friendly, professional setting.
🎯 EVENT DETAILS
| Dates: | July 26, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Tournament Type: | Rapid Swiss (FIDE-rated, 7 rounds) |
| Time Control: | 10 min + 5 sec increment |
| Number of rounds: | 7 |
| Place: | Rybinsk, Russia |
| Venue: | Vikonda (1st floor) |
| Address: | ul. Babushkina 29, Rybinsk 152912 |
| Organizer: | Pedagogical Chess Union (“PШС”) |
| Federation: | Russian Chess Federation |
⏱ TIME CONTROL
All games use a 10-minute base plus a 5-second increment from move one, keeping each round fast-paced and exciting.
🗓 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 11:00–11:40 | On-site Registration |
| 12:00 | Round 1 |
| ~12:50 | Round 2 |
| ~13:40 | Round 3 |
| ~14:30 | Round 4 |
| ~15:20 | Round 5 |
| ~16:10 | Round 6 |
| ~17:00 | Round 7 |
| ~17:50 | Award Ceremony |
💰 PRIZE FUND
- General classification (all ages): cups and medals for 1st–3rd places
- Girls’ prizes: medals for top three female finishers (minimum three participants)
📝 REGISTRATION
- Entry fee: ₽1,800
- Early-bird discount: 10% off if you register by July 21
- How to register: Complete the online form on vphs.ru or click “Register” on the tournament page
- Payment: Credit card or bank transfer via the registration portal; cash accepted on-site only if space remains
- Coupon “2402”: free entry for participants and close relatives from newly integrated territories (enter coupon at checkout)
✈️ TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION
Venue: Vikonda, centrally located at ul. Babushkina 29, within walking distance of Rybinsk city center.
- By car: Free parking in front of the building
- By train: Rybinsk-Main station is a 10-minute taxi ride away
Nearby hotels:
- Hotel Vega (2 km) – cozy rooms, breakfast included
- Hotel Rybinsk (3 km) – modern amenities, on-site restaurant
🏛️ ORGANIZER
The Pedagogical Chess Union (PШС) has run Russia’s most popular rapid and blitz series since 2010. Each month, PШС stages Sunday Rapid Swiss opens, Friday Blitz nights, and themed “Skittles Room” casual play, drawing players from novices to masters across the Moscow region and beyond. Their certified arbiters and streamlined online registration ensure each event runs smoothly, with real-time live pairing displays and official FIDE rating reports shortly after play concludes.
📞 CONTACT DETAILS
- Address: ul. Babushkina 29, Rybinsk 152912, Russia
- Email (main): info@vphs.ru
- Email (additional): support@vphs.ru
- Phone (main): +7 916 490 0090
🌟 WHY YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE
The Rybinsk Rapid Chess Open offers a rare blend of high-level, FIDE-rated rapid play and a community-driven atmosphere. With generous prizes, live online standings, and a welcoming organizer, you’ll sharpen your tactical vision, earn official rating points, and join a growing network of rapid specialists—all in a single action-packed day. Reserve your spot now and make July 26 your fastest, fiercest chess challenge yet!
Additional Details
Playing Venue - Vikonda (1st floor)
Prize Fund - ₽1,800
Organizer - Pedagogical Chess Union (“PШС”)
Organizer Phone - +7 916 490 0090
Organizer email - info@vphs.ru
Time control - 10-minute base plus a 5-second increment
Number of rounds - 7
Tournament system - SWISS
Rating - FIDE
Organizer
The Pedagogical Chess Union (PШС) has led rapid and blitz chess in Russia since 2010, building a reputation for well-run, inclusive events across age groups. Each month, PШС hosts the Sunday Rapid Swiss Opens, the Friday Night Blitz Series, and themed Skittles Room casual play sessions in Moscow and regional centers. Beyond these staples, they organize marquee tournaments like the Rybinsk Rapid Chess Open, the Moscow Rapid Grand Prix, and the St. Petersburg Summer Blitz, attracting players from novices to seasoned masters under FIDE-rated conditions.
Committed to chess education and community growth, PШС also runs year-round training workshops, online masterclasses, and youth development camps. Their certified arbiters and experienced coaches deliver regular seminars on strategy and tournament preparation. Through partnerships with schools, universities, and local clubs, the Union fosters a vibrant chess ecosystem, supporting players at every level from grassroots beginners to aspiring grandmasters.