Calling all kids! Eager to hone in your skills and play your peers from across the Hoosier state? Participate in the Hoosier Chess Circuit!
When: Third Sunday of every month, 1:30-4:30pm
Where: Faith Lutheran Church, 2200 S High St, Bloomington, IN 47401 (look for large chess sign or ask church staff)
Who: Any child in grades PK-12
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Rounds: Four rounds, first one beginning at 1:30pm. Subsequent rounds will start as soon as possible. The event will end at 4:30pm. Arrive at the playing site no later than 1:15pm. Advanced registrants who arrive after 1:15pm may be withdrawn from the tournament at the tournament director’s discretion. Stay in communication with us to prevent this from happening.
Advance registration and payment: onlineregistration.cc, scroll to “Hoosier Chess Academy,” click on the desired month of play. Advance registration and payment closes at 12:30pm EST the day of the event.
On-site registration and payment: The window for on-site registration is from 12:45pm to 1:15pm. All players still waiting in a line by 1:15pm will be entered into the tournament; joining the line or showing up after 1:15pm without advanced registration means no entry into the tournament. You can pay on-site via PayPal, Venmo, cash, or check. These payment methods are only available for on-site registration, not advance registration. The tournament is free for children on free and reduced lunch and families on public assistance (e.g. SSI, SNAP).
Time control: G25, +5 increment
Entry fee: $5 in advance, $10 if registering on-site, full scholarships for those on free or reduced lunch
Food and drink policy: Drinks must have covered lids at all times, and large foods (e.g. pizza) must be eaten outside the church. Small snacks are okay.
Contact: Ben Foley, Click here to show mail address, 812-318-2875
