Vancouver Chess Festival (Blitz)
RegistrationDate | Saturday, November 8, 2025 |
Time | 06:00 PM-08:00 PM |
Location | UBC Ponderosa Ballroom (6445 University Boulevard) |
Time control | 3|2 |
Format | For Adults & Juniors |
Сancellation time | 1 hour |
Organizer | Maxim Doroshenko |
Tournament Director | Stephen Wright |
Vancouver Chess Festival (Blitz)
Location: UBC Ponderosa Ballroom (6445 University Boulevard)
Please show up at least 5 minutes before round starts. We will start the clock according to the schedule shown below.
Schedule:
Round 1: 6:00 PM – 6:15 PM
Round 2: 6:15 PM – 6:30 PM
Round 3: 6:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Round 4: 6:45 PM – 7:00 PM
Round 5: 7:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Round 6: 7:15 PM – 7:30 PM
Round 7: 7:30 PM – 7:45 PM
Round 1: 6:00 PM – 6:15 PM
Round 2: 6:15 PM – 6:30 PM
Round 3: 6:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Round 4: 6:45 PM – 7:00 PM
Round 5: 7:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Round 6: 7:15 PM – 7:30 PM
Round 7: 7:30 PM – 7:45 PM
Time Control: 3'2
Rating: All sections CFC Quick rated
Entry Fee | ||
2-hour Blitz | $25 | $15 before Oct 15 |
Free entry for GM/IM/FMs (register before Oct 15) |
2-Hour Blitz Tournament
Prize Distribution:
Section | 1st Place | 2nd Place | 3rd Place |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $150 | $120 | $80 |
U1400 | $90 | $65 | $45 |
Chess sets and clocks are provided.
Individual Tie Breaker (applies to Junior Open only):
1. Direct Encounter (Head to Head)
2. Cumulative Score
3. Opposition Cumulative Score
1. Direct Encounter (Head to Head)
2. Cumulative Score
3. Opposition Cumulative Score
Bye Request:
If you cannot attend all rounds, maximum of 2 half point byes (except last round) is allowed. Please email us with your request or inform TD at least 24 hours before round starts.
If you cannot attend all rounds, maximum of 2 half point byes (except last round) is allowed. Please email us with your request or inform TD at least 24 hours before round starts.
No onsite registration is allowed. All participants must register and pay online in advance for pairing purposes.
Refund Policy:
A 100% refund is available if requested in writing (by email) at least 24 hours before the event starts.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 24 hours of the event or for no-shows.
A 100% refund is available if requested in writing (by email) at least 24 hours before the event starts.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 24 hours of the event or for no-shows.
Useful Links:
CFC rating: https://www.chess.ca/en/ratings/
CFC membership: https://www.chess.ca/en/players/membership-join/
CMA rating: https://chess-math.org/ratings
CFC rating: https://www.chess.ca/en/ratings/
CFC membership: https://www.chess.ca/en/players/membership-join/
CMA rating: https://chess-math.org/ratings
Photography & Videography: VCS reserves the right to use any photos or videos taken during our events for promotional purposes, unless parents request otherwise in writing.
Tournament Rules:
• Show respect to opponents, arbiters, and staff at all times.
• No harassment, bullying, or belittling other players.
• No cheating or outside assistance — violations may lead to disqualification or bans, even if discovered later.
• VCS may decide what conduct is unacceptable and apply penalties at its discretion.
• No phones or devices in use during games.
• No talking or disruptive behavior in the playing hall.
• Arbiters’ decisions are final.
• Appeals: email info@vanchess.ca within 48 hours.
• By registering, players accept these rules. VCS is not liable for outcomes or penalties.
• VCS may refuse or remove participants at any time.
• Show respect to opponents, arbiters, and staff at all times.
• No harassment, bullying, or belittling other players.
• No cheating or outside assistance — violations may lead to disqualification or bans, even if discovered later.
• VCS may decide what conduct is unacceptable and apply penalties at its discretion.
• No phones or devices in use during games.
• No talking or disruptive behavior in the playing hall.
• Arbiters’ decisions are final.
• Appeals: email info@vanchess.ca within 48 hours.
• By registering, players accept these rules. VCS is not liable for outcomes or penalties.
• VCS may refuse or remove participants at any time.
Contact:
Email: info@vanchess.ca | Voice mail: (604) 568-3283
Email: info@vanchess.ca | Voice mail: (604) 568-3283
- All Sections
- Blitz (Open section)
- Blitz U1400
# | Player | Grade | School | Section | Rating CFC Quick | CFC Expiry |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | FM Ryan Yang | Grade 11 | Lord Byng Secondary School | Blitz (Open section) | 2173 | Sep 30, 2120 |
2 | FM Ethan Song | Grade 11 | Blitz (Open section) | 2147 | Apr 30, 2026 | |
3 | Ryan Leong | Adult | Blitz (Open section) | 1893 | Jul 1, 2123 | |
4 | Zichun Xiao | Grade 8 | LORD BYNG SECONDARY SCHOOL | Blitz (Open section) | 1663 | Apr 8, 2026 |
5 | Manuel Fernando | Grade K | Adult | Blitz (Open section) | 1649 | Jun 3, 2026 |
6 | Dasha Doroshenko | Grade 8 | Unknown | Blitz (Open section) | 1615 | May 17, 2026 |
7 | Sophia Doroshenko | Grade 8 | Unknown | Blitz (Open section) | 1458 | May 17, 2026 |
8 | Ryan Malone | Adult | Blitz (Open section) | 1411 | Jan 21, 2026 | |
9 | Oliver Wang | Grade 4 | Dr. AJ | Blitz (Open section) | 1252 | Sep 13, 2026 |
10 | Neil Ma | Grade 3 | Crosstown Elementary School | Blitz (Open section) | 979 | Jan 7, 2026 |
11 | HERBERT YUNG | Grade 6 | Collingwood | Blitz (Open section) | 625 | |
12 | Vaughn Zhang | Grade 3 | JQ | Blitz (Open section) | 589 | |
13 | Mykyta Shyrobokov | Adult | Blitz (Open section) | 0 | Oct 2, 2026 | |
14 | Ryan Li | Grade 5 | Kerrisdale Elemantary | Blitz U1400 | 0 |