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FIDE Endorsed International Children and Youth Chess tournament Rudaga – Kaissa 2025

International Chess Tournament Rudaga-Kaissa 2025

July 21–27, 2025 |  Jurmala, Latvia
 Under the auspices of FIDE

We are pleased to invite you to Rudaga-Kaissa 2025 — a prestigious international chess tournament taking place in the beautiful resort city of Jurmala, Latvia, under the auspices of the International Chess Federation (FIDE).

Join players from around the world for an unforgettable week of competition and inspiration on the Baltic coast.

What awaits you:

  • Tournaments in Classical Chess, Rapid, and Blitz

  • Simultaneous exhibitions with grandmasters and champions

  • Masterclasses from top-level players and coaches

  • Chess yoga in the fresh sea air

  • A warm atmosphere, intellectual community, and seaside relaxation

  • 22–27 July 2025 — Classical Chess Tournaments (90’ + 30”), (60’ + 30”)

    “A” Tournament
    Open to players .
    System: Swiss system, 8 rounds, FIDE rules, FIDE-rated.
    Time control: 90 minutes per player + 30 seconds increment per move, starting from move one.

    “B” Tournament – II Sports Class
    Age limit: up to 21 years.
    Open to players with the second sports class in chess.
    System: Swiss system, 8 rounds, FIDE rules, FIDE-rated.
    Time control: 60 minutes per player + 30 seconds increment per move, starting from move one.

    26–27 July 2025 — Classical Tournaments for III, IV, and non-classified players
    Initial rounds without clock (approx. 30 min per game), then 5’ + 3’’ blitz format.

    “C” Tournament – III Sports Class
    Age limit: up to 18 years.
    Open to players with the third sports class in chess.
    System: Swiss system, 8 rounds, FIDE rules.
    Time control: No clock (first part), then 5 minutes + 3 seconds increment.

    “D” Tournament – IV Sports Class
    Age limit: up to 18 years.
    Open to players with the fourth sports class in chess.
    System: Swiss system, 8 rounds, FIDE rules.
    Time control: No time control.

    “E” Tournament – V / No Sports Class
    Age limit: up to 18 years.
    Open to beginners or players without a sports classification in chess.
    System: Swiss system, 8 rounds, FIDE rules.
    Time control: No time control.

    “F” Tournament – Preschoolers
    Open to preschool-aged children with or without a sports class in chess.
    System: Swiss system, 8 rounds, FIDE rules.
    Time control: No time control.

    21 July 2025 — “G” Tournament – Blitz Tournament
    Open tournament for all players regardless of age or skill level.
    System: Swiss system, 9 rounds, FIDE rules, FIDE-rated.
    Time control: 5 minutes per player + 3 seconds increment per move, starting from move one.

    25 July 2025 — “H” Tournament – Rapid Tournament
    Open tournament for all players regardless of age or skill level.
    System: Swiss system, 8 rounds, FIDE rules, FIDE-rated.
    Time control: 10 minutes per player + 5 seconds increment per move, starting from move one.

Venue: Jurmala, Latvia, Bulduru pr. 64/68 , Semarah Hotel Lielupe 
Dates: July 21–27, 2025
Tournament Director: Inessa Testelec — FIDE international organizer and founder of Rudaga-Kaissa

Be part of a global chess event that combines sport, culture, and inspiration.

Registration

FOTO ARHIV BY MARK LIVSHITZ


 Contact: rudagakaissa@gmail.com +37129236910