Upcoming Events Kansas State Girl's Chess Championship Girls' State Chess Championship Tournament   Saturday, March 27th Karpov Chess School 106 S. Main St. Lindsborg, KS 67456   Entry Fee: None   Registration: 9:00 - 9:30; Rounds begin at 10:00 am   Entries: Use the registration link on the KSCA website or send student's full name and school to    brownscombe@anatolykarpovchessschool.org  by March 25th   Format: 4 Rounds Swiss system with 60 min. time control   Awards: Trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place   Concessions: Snacks and cold beverages available on site. Sandwiches and hot food available at the 5 restaurants within one block.   Equipment: Please bring clocks   Directions:   From the South: Travel North on Interstate 135 to exit 72. Take exit 72 following signs to Lindsborg via 81 North.  Turn left on Lincoln, then turn left on Main Street and park in any open space.   From the East or North : Take I-70 to Interstate 135 South.   Take exit 78 following signs to Lindsborg via 81 South.  Turn right on Lincoln, then turn left on Main Street and park in any open space.     Questions: email: Melissae Stiles  mstiles@usd333.com;  785-275-1041 or Tom Brownscombe   brownscombe@anatolykarpovchessschool.org;  785-227-2224 Lindsborg Fourth Saturday Quads Fourth Saturday QuadsLindsborg QuadsLindsborg QuadsLindsborg QuadsLindsborg QuadsLindsborg QuadsLindsborg QuadsLindsborg Quads at the Karpov Chess School 106 S. Main St.; Lindsborg, KS 67456   March 27th, April 24th, May 22nd and June 26thMarch 15th and May 17thMarch 15th and May 17thMarch 15th and May 17thMarch 15th and May 17thMarch 15th and May 17thMarch 15th and May 17thMarch 15th and May 17th (four separate tournaments)   A quad is a four player, three round, round robin tournament.  Each player is assigned to a quad based upon rating.  The four highest rated players play in quad A, the next four highest rated players play in quad B, etc.  Players with no tournament experience will usually be placed in the quad with the lowest rated players.  Each player plays one game against every other player in their quad.  If the total number of players is not evenly divisible by four, the bottom section will be a small swiss system tournament. This is a United States Chess Federation (USCF) rated tournament.  All players must be or become members of the USCF and the Kansas Chess Association (KCA).   ENTRY FEE: $10 if paid in advance, $15 on the day of the tournament.   THERE IS NO ENTRY FEE FOR PLAYERS WHO HAVE NEVER BEFORE BEEN MEMBERS OF THE USCF.   PRIZES: Choice of trophy or $25 cash to the winner of each quad. New USCF members who choose the free entry option are not    eligible for prizes.   A championship trophy will also be awarded in June to the player who scores the most combined points in all four tournaments.   REGISTRATION: mail advance entries to:  Karpov Chess School                                                                    106 S. Main St.                                                                     Lindsborg, KS 67456   Players can also register in person on the day of the tournament from 9AM to 9:30 AM.   ROUNDS: rounds start at 10AM, 12:30, and 3PM                    Games may start earlier if both players agree to do so.   TIME CONTROL: G/60   INFO: www.anatolykarpovchessschool.org or e-mail brownscombe@anatolykarpovchessschool.org or telephone (785) 227-2224. ______________________________________________________________________________ Quad Registration Form     Class _______  Section ___________ Name ___________________________________________ USCF ID #____________________ Indicate month(s): March ___    April ___    May ___    June ___ Entry fee: $10 per quad___ or free if you are joining the USCF for the first time ___ USCF membership fee: ____  KCA membership fee: $2.50 junior ___    $3.50 adult ___ Total:__________ E-mail ___________________________________________________________ Join Us for Social Chess Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of Every Month at 7 PM Anatoly Karpov Chess School 106 S. Main St., Lindsborg, KS Players of All Ages, from 6 to 106, are Welcome Players of All Ability Levels, from Beginner to Master, are Welcome December 3rd and 17th January 7th and 21st February 4th and 18th March 4th and 18th April 1st and 15th May 6st and 20th June 3rd and 17th Refreshments Available Chess Lessons FIDE Master Tom Brownscombe Chess Lessons Kansas Champion and Life Master Tom Brownscombe offers chess lessons to beginners and intermediate students Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 p.m. $10 per lesson or $70 for 10 lessons Jan. 19 & 26th Feb. 2nd - 9th - 16th - 23rd March 2nd and 9th at the Anatoly Karpov Chess School 106 S. Main St. Lindsborg, KS For more information, please e-mail brownscombe@anatolykarpovchessscool.org or call (785) 227-2224. Internet Chess Lessons Online Chess Classes 2008 - 2009 Beginning and Intermediate Live InstructorEnroll Now Online Classes Begin on Monday at 1:30 p.m., Sept. 10, 2008. Classes Continue Each Monday at 1:30 p.m. CST. 2010 Chess Camps The Anatoly Karpov International School of Chess is pleased to announce that our 2010 guest instructor will be Grandmaster Varuzhan "Var" Akobian, winner of the 2007 World Open. Join Our 2010 Summer Chess Camp Session I - July 11-16, 2010 and Session II - July 18-23, 2010 The Karpov Chess School summer chess camp is designed for chess players of all strengths and levels of experience, ages 6 to adult, who want to improve their game while enjoying the company of fellow chess enthusiasts. After checking in and orientation on Sunday evening, the chess camp will begin with a simultaneous game with Grandmaster Varuzhan Akobian. On Monday through Friday, campers will have three 90-minutes sessions. During that time, students will be divided into groups of 8-12 members and assigned a supervising teacher who will be responsible for tracking their progress throughout the camp. A rotating instructional schedule allows campers to study with several members of the staff during the week. Every morning, participants will be playing one round of a G/30 tournament. Friday afternoon will be devoted to the award ceremony during which prizes for winners in all competitions will be awarded. Every day, 90 minutes will be devoted to supervised free time or swimming pool activities. Students will be supervised throughout the week by an experienced counseling staff. Chief Instructor: Grandmaster Varuzhan Akobian, winner of the 2007 World Open.  Registration: 3:00 – 5:30 p.m. on the first day of sessions (Sunday, July 11 and July 18, 2009) at Karpov Chess School (106 S. Main, Lindsborg, KS) Supervision: Participants will be closely supervised both on and off the field by our trained staff of counselors and coaches. There will be 24-hour supervision in residence halls. Eligibility: K-12 students, College Students, adults. - Students, aged 8 years or younger, who wish to stay in the dorms will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Basic Tuition: (Includes Instruction, T-Shirt; Swimming Pool Pass, only) - $399.00. Lodging Fee at Bethany College, Only:  $129.00. Meals, Only:  $109.00. Discounts:  Returning Campers (2009 Camp) Deduct $40.00 and/or $40.00 for Registering by 5/31/09. Special Discount Package with Tuition, Lodging, Meals, T-Shirt, Pool Pass:  $549.00 if Registered by 4/30/09. Family Discounts: $20.00 for Second Family Member and $40.00 for Third and Additional Family Members. Because enrollment is limited, early registration is advisable to insure the session of your choice.   Please make checks paid to Karpov Chess School and mail them to 106 S. Main, Lindsborg, KS 67456. See our Chess Camp page on this site. Questions: info@anatolykarpovchessschool.org