2025 Victorian Seniors Championship

We’re thrilled to be hosting the Victorian Senior Chess Championship, hosted by Geelong Chess Club and conducted in Geelong! This will be the first time it has been hosted in Geelong that I can ever remember. This year’s event will be ACF and FIDE-rated, offering players a competitive and rewarding experience. Come and enjoy regional Victoria. Date: 22nd November and 23rd November 2025 Format: 5 Round Swiss Venue: St Joseph’s College, Geelong, 135 Aphrasia St, Newtown VIC 3220, Australia Google Maps REGISTRATION via Try booking Bookings Here LIMITED TO 90 ENTRIES Time Control: 60 mins + 30 seconds per move (scoresheet required) Rating: ACF and FIDE Rated Forfeiture time: 30 minutes from the scheduled start Byes: One half-point bye available in rounds 1–3 (must be requested at least one week in advance) Note: All foreign players must have a FIDE Identification number. Foreign players without a FIDE ID number will not be accepted. They will need to obtain a FIDE ID number from their National Federation and advise that number prior to their entry being accepted Entry Fees: Standard - $70 Concession (Pensioners) - $60 GM/WGM/IM/WIM (if registered by 18th Nov) - FREE – Reach out to organisers for further information. A late Entry additional fee of $20 applies to entries after Tuesday, the 18th of November. Total Prize Fund: $1150 (First $400, Second $300, Third $150). Best over 65+: $150, Best Female: $150. Special prize for Current Geelong Club Members. Rounds and Times: Round 1: Saturday 22nd November 10:30am Round 2: Saturday 22nd November 2:00pm Round 3: Saturday 22nd November 5:30pm Round 4: Sunday 23rd November 10:30am Round 5: Sunday 23rd November 2:00pm Enquiries: Rob Dejanovic 0436 528 444 Email: Geelongchessclub@gmail.com