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Virtual chess festival starts aug 6 - register to join today!
Virtual chess festival starts aug 6 - register to join today!
Elevate My Chess is proud and excited to bring a unique chess experience to Canadians and our chess community with this special event you can join using the link below:
7 Days of Blitz (Swiss and Arena format), Rapid and 2 CFC-Rated Rapid tournaments (See full schedule using the link)
7 Days of LIVE Masterclasses led by GM Razvan, French GM Fabien Libiszewski, American IM Michael Mulyar, IM Advait Patel, IM Silas Lund, and FM Eugene Hua
Watch LIVE Head-to-head Rapid Matches between these top players and watch them analyze their games to learn from their thought patterns
All sessions recorded and you can rewatch and watch sessions you missed during the 7-day period. You also have the opportunity to purchase Extended access for another 6-months
Exclusive 3-Hour VIP Sessions with GM/IM/FM where you go deep into some critical chess concepts and ask your questions directly. Only 10 players per group with access to these top players in a semi-private setting
Get exclusive access to one-on-one interviews with GM Razvan Preotu, IM Advait Patel and IM Elect Mark Plotkin as these players share stories of their chess journey and analyze one of their best games
Get all of this for just $37 when you register by Monday, Aug 3. Or $47 from Tuesday, Aug 4; and $57 from Wednesday, Aug 5
We can't wait to bring this awesome virtual chess experience to you like you've never seen before. You already know us for hosting awesome in-person chess events. Now, we're bringing a better experience to you for 7 days!
The time control is not given for the different Blitz events, 5 min or 3 min?
I prefer layout of hours of event flush left, easier to read.
Early hour difficult for west coast..This concept could be a national event, getting masters across the country to participate.
I prefer colour text to show which events are for stronger players, There are no separate rating divisions for the blitz?
Any service of having a master analysizing selected game from the events?
Have a puzzle rush competition? (Everyone has to solve the same collection of puzzles).
Seemed to be biography lectures. Any on openings, middlegame. or endgames? Any place to practice rook endgames with other players?
What computer programs does a player need to participate? Zoom? An account on chess.com?
Good luck!
Thanks Erik for the great ideas. So much that can be considered. I will provide responses to address the important considerations you raised in the next communication. We're working on a schedule that is more detailed to be posted shortly.
I am looking for a $225 re-imbursement as the Canadian Open was cancelled two month ago.
Mario, check your email as I provided you image showing evidence of your refund. We've processed all refunds. However, I know there may be a few that are still outstanding, particularly those that paid via email money or other means. I'm still slowly going through all my emails to make sure I respond to everyone. It's been challenging as we've incurred losses as a result of these cancellations and Elevate My Chess is a one-man operation so my time is somewhat limited as I have a full-time demanding business to run. However, this is no excuse...I'm still committed to hosting great chess events and as we recover from this pandemic, we will build a team so we can improve our customer service.
For everyone with questions on refund, please take the following steps before contacting us:
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2) Check with your bank and let them know you're expecting a refund to your credit card that has not shown up. If the bank is unable to resolve, go to step 3.
3) Email info@elevatemychess.com to let us know you've completed steps 1 & 2. If you have your Orde ID provide it and we will escalate to our payment processor to initiate an investigation.
4) Be patient. I know this can be hard, but do understand we're all in this together. Eventually, all will be resolved to your satisfaction.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION RE CHESS FESTIVAL STARTING AUG 6:
We will have 3 sections (OPEN; U1800 & U1300) for all SWISS format tournaments including the 2 CFC Rated events.
There will cash prizes for winners of each section. All cash prizes will be announced prior to the start of each tournament. We have committed to a total prize pot of at least $1,000 so long as we have at least 60 players registered. So far, we have 13 players registered. The prize pot will be prorated based on number of registered players.
For the Arena events, we will have prizes for top players in each of these sections. And there will be other additional prizes to be announced every day. All games will be played on chess.com, so you will require a chess.com username.
Early Bird Registration Deadline comes up at midnight today, Monday, Aug 3 to lock in at a low registration fee of $37. $47 from Tuesday, Aug 4; and $57 from Wednesday, Aug 5
Details of first Blitz event on Aug 6 (10 AM) can be found here:
Competed in 3 sections - OPEN ($15 Prize for Winner), U1800 ($10 Prize for Winner), and U1300 ($10 Prize for Winner) with cash prizes in all sections plus top U1000 $5 Prize for Top U1000)!
And the Arena 10-minute Rapid Event at 6 PM on Aug 6:
One Arena Section: OPEN ($30 Prize for top OPEN Player), U1800 ($25 Prize for Top U1800 Player), U1300 ($20 Prize for top U1300 Player), and U1000 ($20 Prize for Top U1000)!
Note: To be eligible for cash prizes, you must play in the section equivalent to your actual CFC/FQE/FIDE/USCF rating. All players must provide their actual ratings and chess.com user ID to participate.
Join the Chess Festival and get the following benefits:
Over $1,000 in cash prizes (based on at least 60 registered participants)
7 Days of Blitz (Swiss and Arena format), Rapid and 2 CFC-Rated Rapid tournaments (check the link to see the full schedule of events)
7 Days of LIVE Masterclasses led by GM Razvan, French GM Fabien Libiszewski, American IM Michael Mulyar, IM Advait Patel, IM Silas Lund, and FM Eugene Hua
Watch LIVE Head-to-head Rapid Matches between these top players and watch them analyze their games to learn from their thought patterns
All sessions recorded so you can rewatch and watch sessions you missed during the 7-day period. You also have the opportunity to purchase Extended access for another 6-months
Exclusive 3-Hour VIP Sessions with GM/IM/FM where you go deep into some critical chess concepts and ask your questions directly. Only 10 per group with access to these top players in a semi-private setting
Get exclusive access to one-on-one interviews with GM Razvan Preotu, IM Advait Patel and IM Elect Mark Plotkin as these players share stories of their chess journey and analyze one of their best games
Get all of this for just $37 when you register by Monday, Aug 3. Or $47 from Tuesday, Aug 4; and $57 from Wednesday, Aug 5
ANNOUNCING A SPECIAL $80 CASH PRIZE POOL BONUS TOURNAMENT TOMORROW, TUESDAY, AUG 4 STARTING AT 8:30 PM EST. ONLY THOSE THAT HAVE JOINED THE FESTIVAL AND JOINED THE FACEBOOK GROUP BY MIDNIGHT TODAY, MONDAY AUG 3 ARE ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE!
FORMAT: 7-ROUND SWISS ON CHESS.COM
TIME CONTROL: 5 MINUTES
PRIZES: $20 First place; $15 Second place; $10 Third place; $15 Top U1800; $10 Top U1300 & $10 Top U1000
MORE BONUS TOURNAMENTS TO COME!
Early Bird Registration Deadline comes up at midnight today, Monday, Aug 3to lock in at a low registration fee of $37. $47 from Tuesday, Aug 4; and $57 from Wednesday, Aug 5
Details of first Blitz event on Aug 6 (10 AM) can be found here:
Competed in 3 sections - OPEN ($15 Prize for Winner), U1800 ($10 Prize for Winner), and U1300 ($10 Prize for Winner) with cash prizes in all sections plus top U1000 $5 Prize for Top U1000)!
And the Arena 10-minute Rapid Event at 6 PM on Aug 6:
One Arena Section: OPEN ($30 Prize for top OPEN Player), U1800 ($25 Prize for Top U1800 Player), U1300 ($20 Prize for top U1300 Player), and U1000 ($20 Prize for Top U1000)!
Note: To be eligible for cash prizes, you must play in the section equivalent to your actual CFC/FQE/FIDE/USCF rating. All players must provide their actual ratings and chess.com user ID to participate.
Join the Chess Festival and get the following benefits:
Over $1,000 in cash prizes (based on at least 60 registered participants)
7 Days of Blitz (Swiss and Arena format), Rapid and 2 CFC-Rated Rapid tournaments (check the link to see the full schedule of events)
7 Days of LIVE Masterclasses led by GM Razvan, French GM Fabien Libiszewski, American IM Michael Mulyar, IM Advait Patel, IM Silas Lund, and FM Eugene Hua
Watch LIVE Head-to-head Rapid Matches between these top players and watch them analyze their games to learn from their thought patterns
All sessions recorded so you can rewatch and watch sessions you missed during the 7-day period. You also have the opportunity to purchase Extended access for another 6-months
Exclusive 3-Hour VIP Sessions with GM/IM/FM where you go deep into some critical chess concepts and ask your questions directly. Only 10 per group with access to these top players in a semi-private setting
Get exclusive access to one-on-one interviews with GM Razvan Preotu, IM Advait Patel and IM Elect Mark Plotkin as these players share stories of their chess journey and analyze one of their best games
Get all of this for just $37 when you register by Monday, Aug 3. Or $47 from Tuesday, Aug 4; and $57 from Wednesday, Aug 5
Early Bird Registration Deadline comes up at midnight today, Monday, Aug 3to lock in at a low registration fee of $37. $47 from Tuesday, Aug 4; and $57 from Wednesday, Aug 5.
Also, when you join by midnight, you get to participate in the bonus tournament tomorrow! See details below:
ANNOUNCING A SPECIAL $80 CASH PRIZE POOL BONUS TOURNAMENT TOMORROW, TUESDAY, AUG 4 STARTING AT 8:30 PM EST. ONLY THOSE THAT HAVE JOINED THE FESTIVAL AND JOINED THE FACEBOOK GROUP BY MIDNIGHT TODAY, MONDAY AUG 3 ARE ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE!
FORMAT: 7-ROUND SWISS ON CHESS.COM
TIME CONTROL: 5 MINUTES
PRIZES: $20 First place; $15 Second place; $10 Third place; $15 Top U1800; $10 Top U1300 & $10 Top U1000
Details of first Blitz event on Aug 6 (10 AM) can be found here:
Competed in 3 sections - OPEN ($15 Prize for Winner), U1800 ($10 Prize for Winner), and U1300 ($10 Prize for Winner) with cash prizes in all sections plus top U1000 $5 Prize for Top U1000)!
And the Arena 10-minute Rapid Event at 6 PM on Aug 6:
One Arena Section: OPEN ($30 Prize for top OPEN Player), U1800 ($25 Prize for Top U1800 Player), U1300 ($20 Prize for top U1300 Player), and U1000 ($20 Prize for Top U1000)!
Note: To be eligible for cash prizes, you must play in the section equivalent to your actual CFC/FQE/FIDE/USCF rating. All players must provide their actual ratings and chess.com user ID to participate.
Below is a communication from CFC. The two rated 25-min event during this festival will count towards this. So, if you've not registered for those events, please do so using the link below:
CFC rated internet games and COVID-19 Rating Incentive
The CFC is accepting internet events for Quick (Active) rating. Internet events with slower time controls normally rated Regular may also be submitted for Quick (Active) rating.
In order to provide an incentive for CFC members to participate in CFC rated Internet events during the COVID-19 crisis, the CFC has introduced a temporary measure to allow players to adjust their Regular ratings upwards if they meet specified criteria during the period 1 April 2020 to 1 April 2021.
Players who play a minimum of 10 CFC rated games between 1 April 2020 and 1 April 2021 and who attain a Quick/Active rating that is 200 points higher than their Regular rating will have their Regular rating increased by 200 points.
The minimum time control for qualifying events is 25 minutes per player including increments. The total time is calculated based on a 60-move game, for example 15 minutes per player plus a 10 second increment.
The COVID-19 rating incentive can only be earned once per player where rating exceeds 1000. Players with ratings under 1000 are eligible for a second 200 bonus to a maximum rating of 1200. Only paid-up CFC members are eligible for this incentive.
The new Regular rating cannot exceed 2000. It will not be necessary for players to apply for the COVID-19 rating incentive. It will be done as part of the regular rating process at the end of the incentive period. You may apply to have it adjusted earlier by email.
We can't wait to bring this awesome virtual chess experience to you like you've never seen before. You already know us for hosting awesome in-person chess events. Now, we're bringing a better experience to you for 7 days!
Our Virtual Chess Festival goes LIVE this Thursday at 10 AM!
The excitement is buzzing with almost 40 participants registered...
Don't miss it...you can still JOIN NOW for ONLY $47. Prize goes up to $57 from tomorrow...
See below for details of the first event:
FORMAT: 5-ROUND SWISS ON CHESS.COM SECTIONS: OPEN; U1800; U1300 TIME CONTROL: 5 MINUTES PRIZES: OPEN ($15 Prize for Winner), U1800 ($10 Prize for Winner), and U1300 ($10 Prize for Winner) with cash prizes in all sections plus top U1000 $5 Prize for Top U1000)
Note: To be eligible for cash prizes, you must play in the section equivalent to your actual CFC/FQE/FIDE/USCF rating. All players must provide their actual ratings and chess.com user ID to participate.
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