New York Institute of Go

08/17/2026

Join the Biggest Go Event in the East — with Manhattan in View!

🥇 Open Championship: open to players of all ages and skill levels. Compete for glory (and cash!) in a group-based tournament designed for everyone from casual enthusiasts to serious contenders. With thousands in cash prizes, stunning trophies, and an $800 top prize, this is your chance to shine.

🏆 Champions will be crowned in both the Open and Youth divisions!

🧑‍🏫 Professional Go Workshops: Improve your game through expert-led sessions on strategy, reading, endgame, game analysis, and personalized instruction.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Go Fun Zone. Designed for families to play, learn, and laugh together. Team up in parent-child competitions, challenge your skills in fun Go-based games, and create lasting memories on the board!

Even if you’ve never played Go, you can join live teaching sessions and fun games with your family — Puzzle Go, Joker Go, and relay games. Play together, learn, and win prizes!

🌟 Photo Opportunities: Player autograph and photo walls, fun props for memorable pictures.

🎁 Exclusive limited-edition goodie bags for the first 150 registered player!

Registration link: https://www.ny-go.org/manhattan/events/2026MGF&C

03/08/2024

Check out the Chinese version of "Go Odyssey: Stones Beyond the Board" as Stephanie Yin and the New York Institute of Go and American Go Association dives deeper into her journey of the fascinating game of Go.

Stephanie Yin of the New York Institute of Go and American Go Association dives deeper into her journey of the fascinating of the game of Go.Join this channe...

02/01/2024

Check out "Go Odyssey: Stones Beyond the Board" as Stephanie Yin of the New York Institute of Go and American Go Association dives deeper into her journey of the fascinating of the game of Go.

10/05/2023

Hi Go Enthusiasts,

Get ready for an unforgettable Go experience? Welcome to the 2023 New York Go Summit! We are excited to invite you to this prestigious event, which promises to be a thrilling celebration of the ancient game of Go.

Event Details: https://ny-go.org/events/ny-go-summit-2023

Let’s Go party together!!

06/24/2023

Check out Ryan's Season 2 - Episode 30 of 'Random Opening Challenge' on youtube.com/nyiggo.

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Ryan Li, and the New York Institute of Go returns to bring you Season 2, Episode 30 of the Random Opening Challenge. How far will each account advance?https:...

05/26/2023

After a 10-month break, your favorite go instructors are back!!

Check out Ryan's Season 2 - Episode 29 of 'Random Opening Challenge' on youtube.com/nyiggo.

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He's baaaaaaaaaack!!!! After a 9+ month break, Professional 3 Dan, Ryan Li, and the New York Institute of Go returns to bring you Season 2, Episode 29 of the...

08/08/2022

Season 2 - Episode 28 of 'Random Opening Challenge' with Ryan Li is now on youtube.com/nyiggo.

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Professional 3 Dan, Ryan Li, and the New York Institute of Go bring you Season 2, Episode 28 of the Random Opening Challenge. How far will each account advan...

07/30/2022

Season 2 - Episode 27 of 'Random Opening Challenge' with Ryan Li is now on youtube.com/nyiggo.

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Professional 3 Dan, Ryan Li, and the New York Institute of Go bring you Season 2, Episode 27 of the Random Opening Challenge. How far will each account advan...

07/22/2022

Season 2 - Episode 26 of 'Random Opening Challenge' with Ryan Li is now on youtube.com/nyiggo.

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Professional 3 Dan, Ryan Li, and the New York Institute of Go bring you Season 2, Episode 25 of the Random Opening Challenge. How far will each account advan...