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Achievements
Achievements
The 2026 Pan American Youth Chess Championship (U7–U17) just concluded in San Salvador, El Salvador. As the highest-level youth chess event in the Americas, it brought together 395 players from 25 countries.
Seven young players from Richmond Chess Champions (RCC), a local Richmond-based club, represented Canada at the tournament. They returned with an impressive haul: 1 gold, 1 silver, and 3 bronze – and contributed nearly half of Canada's total team points, helping Canada secure 2nd place in the team standings.
Medalists:
· Echo Fang – U7 Girls Champion (9–0 perfect record)
· Barath Subramanian Suresh – U13 Open – 2nd (tie for 1st) + Blitz 1st Place
· Yaswitha Suresh – U7 Girls – 3rd + Blitz 1st Place
· Pengyu Chen – U7 Open – 3rd (defeated the top seed)
· Joanne Wangluo – U15 Girls – 3rd (beat 2 WCMs, drew with 1 WFM)
· Andrew Yin (age 12) – U15 Open (played up an age group) – Earned CM Title
All of the above winners have qualified for CM / WCM Conditional Titles.
Behind these outstanding results stands the dedication of RCC's coaching team – providing real-time opponent analysis, opening preparation, and in-game tactical adjustments, serving as a solid anchor for the young competitors.
Hats off to the RCC coaching team – your hard work made this possible!
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To opt out, a written request must be submitted to richmondchesschampions@gmail.com at least 5 business days prior to the event. Thank you for your cooperation.
Open to all players ，all levels are welcome!
Time: Jun 29 - Jul 3, 9:00-15:30
Location：11180 Bridgeport Rd #110, Richmond
Details: 5 days. All fronts: opponent prep, opening, middlegame, endgame, live play.
RCC’s top coaches rebuild every phase of your game – from first move to checkmate.
Your calculation sharpens. Your confidence grows. Your rating doesn't just improve – it leaps.
5 days. A whole new you at the board.
Open to all players ，all levels are welcome!
Time: Jul 6 - Aug 28, Mon - Fri 9:00-17:00
Location：11180 Bridgeport Rd #110, Richmond
All‑in‑One Summer Camp – Chess · Art · Chinese · Fitness+Muay Thai
· Chess: Coached by RCC elite trainers, grouped by rating. Full coverage: opening, middlegame, endgame, game analysis, and live play. Your child’s practical strength will leap forward.
· Art: Unleash creativity through drawing, crafts, and design thinking.
· Chinese: Fun, immersive lessons to build vocabulary and speaking confidence fast.
· Fitness+Muay Thai: Professional Muay Thai plus conditioning – improve strength, speed, and discipline.
· Daily Schedule: Balanced mix of mental and physical activities.
· Parking: Easy, free parking available.
· One‑Week Promise: From thinking to expressing to physical power – a complete upgrade in just five days.
Open to all players ，all levels are welcome!
Time: 10:00-18:30，10-12,12:30-14:30,14:30-16:30,16:30-18:30
Location：11180 Bridgeport Rd #110, Richmond
Details: 4-Round Swiss, G50+10
CFC Rated : Open, U1800, U900
Prizes: Trophy for 1st 2nd 3rd + OPEN: $200, $100 ; U1800: $100 , $50
The best girl in each section will receive medals
All first-time CFC players will receive medals
Entry fee: Regular $70, Early bird $65 before tournament 10 days. Free entry for The coaches of RCC, rating 2200+
RCC Club Members $60
Online registration only, maximum 60 players
Tie-break:
1: Direct encounter (The results of the players in the same point group)
2: Greater number of victories
3: Buchholz: N, N-1, N-2
Time: Sun 13:00-18:00, 13:00-14:00, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00, 16:00-17:00, 17:00-18:00
Location：11180 Bridgeport Rd #110, Richmond
Details: 5-Round Swiss, G15+10
CFC Rated : Open, U1800, U1300, U800
Prizes: Medals for 1st 2nd 3rd + OPEN: $150, $100 ,U1800: $100, $50
The best girl in each section will receive medals
All first-time CFC players will receive medals
Entry fee: Regular $60, Early bird $55 before tournament 7 days. Free entry for The coaches of RCC, rating 2200+
RCC Club Members $50
Online registration only, maximum 60 players
– Claim Your Place in RCC Chess History!
The highest-scoring player in each age group will be crowned the RCC Annual Champion, with their name and photo immortalized on the RCC Hall of Fame Wall—a legacy for future generations!
Location: 11180 Bridgeport Road #110, Richmond, BC V6X 1T2
Prizes: Medals for Top 3
After the final tournament, the highest-scoring RCC player in each age group will claim the prestigious RCC Annual Champion Trophy
To determine the champion in case of a tie on points, a tie-break will be played as follows: two blitz games G3+2 . If the score is level, a deciding Armageddon game will be used (White: 5 minutes, Black: 4 minutes; draw counts as a win for Black).
Section: U8, U10,U12, U14, U16, OPEN
Date: Jan 18, Feb 8, Mar 8, Apr 5
Time: 1-2, 2-3, 3-4, 4-5, 5-6
Format：CMA Rated
Details: 5-Round Swiss, G 25+5
LATE DEFAULT TIME: Forfeit after 15 minutes.
Tie-break:
1: Direct encounter (The results of the players in the same point group)
2: Greater number of victories
3: Buchholz: N, N-1, N-2
Only RCC students are eligible to receive the title of RCC Annual Champion and the trophy at the end of the year.
Entry Fee: $50/each tournament
EMT: richmondchesschampions@gmail.com
Join the CFC Friday Classical Chess Tournament —play with similarly rated players.
Receive comprehensive post-game analysis from top RCC coaches, along with tailored improvement plans designed to refine your strengths, correct weaknesses, and advance your chess mastery.Limited spots—secure yours now!
location：11180 Bridgeport Rd #110，Richmond
Time: Every Friday
Open (2000+) & U1999–1700: 16:00–20:00
U1700: 16:00–19:00
Format：CFC Classical Rated
Time Controls & Sections:
Open (2000+): 60 minutes + 30 seconds increment
Open: 60 minutes + 30 seconds increment
U1700: 50 minutes + 10 seconds increment
Details:
5-round Swiss system
One round each Friday
All players must finish all rounds—no early withdrawal allowed.
Prize: $200 cash for 1st place (U1999–1799 & U1700 sections).
Entry Fee: $500
Limited spots, assigned by payment order.
Tie-break:
1: Direct encounter (The results of the players in the same point group)
2: Greater number of victories
3: Buchholz: N, N-1, N-2
All level players are welcome!
All level players are welcome!
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 16:00-17:30
Format：U450, U700, U1000, Open (CMA rated)
Details: 3-Round Swiss, CMA rated, 15 min + 0 sec
Entry Fee: $20 RCC Club Members $15
Players who score 3 points will receive a certificate.
All first-time participants will receive a certificate.
Online registration only, maximum 40 players per tournament. 24 hour cancellation policy.
Welcome to join the Richmond Chess Champions Team! We are a passionate and ambitious chess team dedicated to pursuing excellence in the realm of chess. Our team name symbolizes our love for the game and our pride in the city of Richmond. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, we enthusiastically welcome your participation. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to take part in exciting chess activities, training courses, and thrilling competitions. Engage in interactive discussions with like-minded chess enthusiasts and embark on a journey of exploration, learning, and growth in the world of chess! Starting today, join us as we collectively create chess history and strive for greater glory!
Welcome to join the Richmond Chess Champions Team! We are a passionate and ambitious chess team dedicated to pursuing excellence in the realm of chess. Our team name symbolizes our love for the game and our pride in the city of Richmond. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, we enthusiastically welcome your participation. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to take part in exciting chess activities, training courses, and thrilling competitions. Engage in interactive discussions with like-minded chess enthusiasts and embark on a journey of exploration, learning, and growth in the world of chess! Starting today, join us as we collectively create chess history and strive for greater glory!
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Address：11180 Bridgeport Road #110, Richmond, BC V6X 1T2
Tell：+1 778-681-0201
Email：richmondchesschampions@gmail.com
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