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Probably The Best Chess Academy In Sri Lanka. We are trying to make the chess field a friendlier one. Hand in hand. Sharing, caring and enjoying the game.

We work as a family, as brothers and sisters work together. Though we separately achieve victory we achieve our goals as family and as a unit. Join our family. Learn the game of love. Live the game of Chess.

22/08/2026

10 DAYS TO GO…

Every champion once started with a dream.
Every great journey began with a single move.

In 10 days, a new generation will step forward, new stories will be written, and new dreams will begin at the 15th Kandy Open International Chess Festival 2026.*✨

Your moment could start here.

♟️ START HERE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE

17/08/2026

THE LEGACY RETURNS TO KANDY!

🏆 15th Kandy Open International Chess Festival 2026
📅 01st – 06th September 2026
💰 LKR 4,000,000 TOTAL PRIZE FUND

♟️ Classical – 10 Rounds
⚡ Rapid – 09 Rounds | Saturday, 05th September | 1.30 PM
🔥 Blitz – 10 Rounds | Sunday, 06th September | 1.30 PM

🌍 All Three Events FIDE Rated

📲 Join the Official WhatsApp Group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ef2sQuGAJoz1e3oP89iqLi

15 Editions. One Legacy. One Prestigious Stage.

🔥 START HERE - MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

12/08/2026

THE LEGACY RETURNS TO KANDY!

🏆 15th Kandy Open International Chess Festival 2026
📅 01st – 06th September 2026
💰 LKR 4,000,000 TOTAL PRIZE FUND

♟️ Classical – 10 Rounds
⚡ Rapid – 09 Rounds | Saturday, 05th September | 1.30 PM
🔥 Blitz – 10 Rounds | Sunday, 06th September | 1.30 PM

🌍 All Three Events FIDE Rated

15 Editions. One Legacy. One Prestigious Stage.
🔥 START HERE - MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

📲 Join the Official WhatsApp Group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ef2sQuGAJoz1e3oP89iqLi

30/05/2026

64 Squares Blitz Team Chess Championship 2026

64 Squares International Chess Academy, one of the leading chess institutions in Sri Lanka, proudly presents the 64 Squares Blitz Team Chess Championship 2026, scheduled to be held on 06th and 07th June 2026.

The 64 Squares Blitz Team Chess Championship has become one of the most popular and exciting team chess events among chess enthusiasts across the country. With its fast-paced format, competitive spirit, and vibrant atmosphere, the tournament promises an unforgettable experience for players of all levels.

We warmly invite teams representing your school, chess academy, or chess club to participate in this prestigious event and showcase their skills in what promises to be one of the most thrilling chess competitions of the year.

Gather your team, sharpen your tactics, and join us for two days of exciting blitz chess action!

Fast Moves. Strong Teams. Great Battles.

14/04/2026

සාමය සතුට උත්සාහය පිරි...
අලුත් ඉලක්ක කරා යන්න ලැබෙන...
අලුත් හීන සැබෑ කරගන්න ලැබෙන...
ආදරය කරුණාව නොඅඩුව ලැබෙන...
සුභම සුභ අලුත් අවුරුද්දක් වේවා !!!

07/02/2026

♟️ 64 Squares Rising Stars Chess Championship 2026 ♟️

64 Squares International Chess Academy proudly presents the Rising Stars Chess Championship 2026, a special age-group chess tournament designed to give young players the right platform to begin their competitive chess journey.

📍 Venue: NICD, Polgolla
📅 Dates: 14th & 15th February 2026

Girls Section [ _All age groups_ ] - 14th February 2026.

Under 13 Boys Section- 14th February 2026
Under 07,09 and 11 Boys Sections - 15th February 2026

_This event is exclusively organized for players who are yet to enter major-level chess, with the main aim of creating a positive, motivating, and competitive environment for young talents to perform with confidence._

👦👧 Age Groups:
Under 07 | Under 09 | Under 11 | Under 13
• Boys and Girls will compete in separate sections
• Age will be calculated as of 1st January 2026

🏅 Awards & Recognition:
• Top 3 players in each section – Trophies & Medals
• 4th to 10th places – Superior Medals
• 11th to 20th places – Merit Medals

📱WhatsApp Groups

Boys Section - https://chat.whatsapp.com/FskfBxnf92Z54Jr6XVfG9i

Girls Section - https://chat.whatsapp.com/HLDMOOyPVt14gXN7YdoSid

The Rising Stars Chess Championship is more than just a tournament — it is a stepping stone for young players to gain tournament experience, build confidence, and prepare for higher levels of chess in the future.

We warmly invite all eligible novice players to be part of this exciting journey🌟♟️

24/01/2026

🏆 Masters’ Cup 🏆

Age Group Team Chess Championship organized by the 64 Squares International Chess Academy.

💯“Little minds. Big moves.”💯

Masters’ Cup is a prestigious Age Group Team Chess Championship open to school teams, chess clubs, and chess academies.

Our aim is to create a high-profile team event that encourages healthy competition, teamwork, and the true spirit of chess.

📅 Date

31st January & 01st February

📍 Venue

Swarnamali Girls' College - Kandy

👥 Team Composition

07 players per team
(06 main players + 01 reserve)

Teams may participate with 06 players only if no reserve is available.

♟️ Age Categories & Schedule

31st January: Under 11 and Under 15

01st February: Under 09, Under 13 and Under 17

👧👦 Sections

Open Section
Girls’ Section
(Separate sections in all age groups)

⏱️ Tournament Format

06 rounds
Time control: 1 hour per game

📌 Age Cut-Off

Age will be calculated as of 01st January 2026

🏆 Prizes

Top 10 teams in each section will be awarded.

Registration Form
https://forms.gle/KfN4xq21RgVdQKby6

WhatsApp Groups

Open Section - https://chat.whatsapp.com/FO0XgZFfxohFE9INLgcf4Q

Girls' Section - https://chat.whatsapp.com/LgQ5GL89IH7DpZe3oXrRId

✨ Get ready for the most competitive and exciting team chess event of the year!✨

_64 Squares International Chess Academy_

20/01/2026

Congratulations, Shamaila! 🏆♟️

Crowned Champion at the National Novices Chess Championship 2026 – Kandy District Event, your victory is a true reflection of discipline, confidence, and relentless determination.

This achievement is not just a title—it is the result of countless hours of learning, practice, and courage at the board. You have proven that hard work, focus, and belief can turn dreams into reality.

May this championship be the beginning of many greater milestones as you step forward in the national chess journey. Keep playing with courage, keep aiming higher, and never stop believing in yourself. ♟️✨

Proud beyond words! Wishing you continued success at the Major Level and beyond.

— 64 Squares Family 💙💛

Address

No 175, D. S. Senanayake Street
Kandy
20000

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 20:30
Thursday	09:00 - 20:00
Friday	09:00 - 20:00
Saturday	08:30 - 20:00
Sunday	08:30 - 20:00

Website

http://www.kandyopen.com/

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