Chess Power is a New Zealand based company full of people passionate about Chess! We organise and run a number of Chess Tournaments across New Zealand.
Our purpose is to share our passion of Chess with the children of New Zealand and help GROW KIDS MINDS! Chess Power teaches Chess to kids across New Zealand through regular Chess Coaching sessions. Chess Power provides a fantastic opportunity for children to develop their chess skills and to take part in many exciting and well-run tournaments throughout the country.
05/06/2026
📸 Nelson Intermediate & Senior Regional photos have arrived!
Congratulations to all students who took part! Our Intermediate and Senior players put on an outstanding performance.
Thank you St Joseph's School and our arbiter Bruce Pollard for hosting a wonderful event 🎉
Enjoy the photos below!
05/06/2026
Nelson Junior Chess Regional photos are here! 📸♟️
An incredible day of chess and learning from all the young players who took part. A huge congratulations to every student who competed 👏
A special thank you to St Joseph's School for being such wonderful hosts and helping make the event a success and our arbiter Bruce Pollard for his amazing work with us!
Check out the photos below!
03/06/2026
Register now for our Chess Regionals in Term 2, Week 9! ♟️
📍 Tauranga – Monday, 15 June 2026
📍 Hauraki Plains – Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Regionals are more than a competition—it's an opportunity for students to build confidence, make new friends, and enjoy a great day of chess.
🕘 9:00 AM – 2:15 PM
Register now via Tornelo and secure your spot!
31/05/2026
Our June Sarapu Cups are almost here!
Expect great games, a fun atmosphere, and plenty of memorable moments. Don’t miss out on our exciting Sarapu Cup events of the months! ♟️🏆
Upcoming Saparu Cups:
💻 Online Sarapu Cup – https://www.chesspower.co.nz/event/380554
📍 Auckland Sarapu Cup – https://www.chesspower.co.nz/event/380549
📍 Rotorua Sarapu Cup – https://www.chesspower.co.nz/event/380552
📍 Hamilton Sarapu Cup – https://www.chesspower.co.nz/event/380553
Click on the links above to get more info and register. Secure your place today!
26/05/2026
See you at our Chess Regionals — Week 8, Term 2! 📌
No matter your experience level, our Regionals are for you 🏆
24/05/2026
Huge thanks to Dave Boyle for the amazing photos from our Chess Power tournament, and to Waitaki Boys' High School for being such great hosts 👏
22/05/2026
Pin your calendar for our Chess Regionals + Online Chess Checkmate Challenge in Term 2, Week 7! 📌 💻
From beginners to experienced players, our tournaments gives every player the opportunity to build confidence, develop their skills, and shine 🌟
20/05/2026
Auckland North Junior Regional!! ♟️🏆
What an incredible day of chess! A massive thank you to Oteha Valley School for hosting this Chess Regional and creating such an exciting atmosphere for students to challenge themselves, think strategically, and compete at their best.
From intense matches to brilliant displays of focus and determination, it was amazing to see so many students giving it their all across the tournament.
Congratulations to everyone who took part and helped make the day such a success!
20/05/2026
Auckland Senior Regional! 🏆✨
A big thank you to Mount Albert Grammar School for hosting an incredible tournament and creating such a great day of sportsmanship and community spirit.
Congratulations to all the students who took part — it was fantastic to see the energy, effort, and determination on display throughout the event!
19/05/2026
Highlights from our Auckland West Junior Regional! 🏆✨
A huge thank you to Swanson School for hosting an amazing tournament and bringing everyone together for a fantastic day of competition, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Well done to all the students who participated — we loved seeing the energy and determination throughout the event!
