CDA Chess Online Tournaments


CDA Chess Club brings the excitement of chess tournaments directly to your home. Our online tournaments provide members of all ages and skill levels with opportunities to play, improve, and connect with fellow chess enthusiasts—no travel required. Whether you’re a K-12 student, a new adult player, or a seasoned competitor, there’s a CDA Chess Club tournament for you!

Below, you’ll find an overview of how our events work, who can participate, and where to look for upcoming tournaments.

About CDA Chess Club Online Tournaments

CDA Chess Club organizes regular online tournaments, open exclusively to club members. We host events for a range of skill levels and age groups, including Open, Beginner, and Scholastic (K-12) sections. Our goal is to offer a welcoming, competitive, and fun environment for every chess player.

Why Join Our Online Tournaments?

  • Convenience: Play from home or anywhere with internet access.
  • Community: Meet local players and build lasting chess friendships.
  • Exclusive Events: Participate in members-only tournaments that count towards your CDA Chess Club rating and ladder.
  • Skill Development: Gain practical experience in a supportive, club-centered setting.

Tournament Formats

CDA Chess Club online tournaments may use a variety of formats:

  • Swiss System: Players compete in a set number of rounds and are paired against those with similar scores each round. You don’t get eliminated, so everyone plays every round!
  • Arena: Play as many games as you can within a time window. Points are awarded for wins and draws; the leaderboard updates in real time.
  • Round Robin: Each player faces every other participant. Typically used for smaller groups or club championship qualifiers.

All tournaments are rated on Lichess and contribute to the CDA Chess Club ladder and club ratings.

Platform: Lichess.org

All CDA Chess Club online tournaments are hosted on Lichess.org, a free, community-driven platform. To participate, you must:

  • Have an active CDA Chess Club membership.
  • Join the CDA Chess Club "team" on Lichess.org.

How to Join Our Lichess.org Team

To join our club team and become eligible for tournaments, please follow our instructions here:

Upcoming CDA Chess Club Tournaments

Check back regularly for the latest tournament listings and registration details!

Open Tournaments

  • Not yet scheduled

Beginner Tournaments

  • Not yet scheduled

Scholastic Tournaments (K-12)

  • December 9, 6:00 p.m. Pacific

Get Ready to Compete

Participating in the CDA Chess Club’s online tournaments is a great way to sharpen your chess skills and be part of our vibrant club community. Sign up on Lichess, join our team, and prepare for the next event—your next great game is just a click away!

We look forward to seeing you at the tournament! Checkmate awaits.

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