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2026-05-08 III and II category qualification tournaments
From May 18 to 25, the Chess Academy of Armenia together with the Chess Academy Club is organizing III and II category qualification tournaments.
Tournament days / times
18 May – Round 1: 15:30
19 May – Round 2: 15:30
20 May – Round 3: 15:30
21 May – Round 4: 15:30
22 May – Round 5: 15:30
23 May – Round 6: 11:00
23 May – Round 7: 15:30
24 May – Round 8: 1... Read More
2026-05-07 The third stage of the Yerevan interschool Olympiad has concluded
For two days, a true chess atmosphere filled AGBU Armenia, with intense competition, exciting games, and a strong determination to win. The participants demonstrated excellent preparation, logical thinking, and competitive spirit, once again proving that the future of Armenian chess is in reliable hands.
According to the Olympiad results, the winning teams of Yerev... Read More
2026-05-06 The III Yerevan stage of the 20th School Chess Olympiad of the Republic of Armenia has officially begun
The III stage of the Olympiad is taking place at AGBU Armenia, where a true chess atmosphere filled with concentration, excitement, and sporting spirit has prevailed from the very first moments.
Present at the opening ceremony were Smbat Lputian, Founder-Director of the Chess Academy of Armenia and Grandmaster, as well as Inessa Margaryan, Director of Humanitarian ... Read More
2026-04-26 “Family Gambit” Rapid Team Chess Tournament
On April 26, families gathered around chessboards in the Children’s Park to take part in the “Family Gambit” rapid team chess tournament and spend quality time together.
Winning was important, but even more valuable were the shared moments, smiles, and memorable games.
Here are the prize winners:
1st place — Team “Armens”
2nd place — Team “Alexanyans”
3rd p... Read More
2026-04-25 The III round of the “Chess Academy Cup” blitz tournament has concluded.
On April 25, the III round of the “Chess Academy Cup” blitz tournament took place at the Chess Academy of Armenia.
The results of the tournament are as follows:
Main prizes:
1st place — GM Mamikon Gharibyan
2nd place — IM Erik Gasparyan
3rd place — IM Benik Agasarov
4th place — IM Erik Hakobyan
5th place — IM Vahe Sukiassian
Special prizes:
Best-per... Read More