Tots els nens juguem!! U16 Chess Tournament in Balàfia, Lleida

On May 30, Club Escacs Balàfia will host the “Tots els nens juguem!!” chess tournament in Lleida, a special event designed for U16 boys and girls, open to both federated and non-federated players.

The tournament will take place at the Centre Cívic de Balàfia, located at Carrer Terrassa no. 1, and will start at 9:30 a.m. It will be a great opportunity for children and young players to enjoy the chessboard, learn by playing and experience a tournament in a friendly, educational and sporting environment.

A chess tournament to learn by playing

At Escacs Balàfia, we believe that chess is much more than a competition. Every game is an opportunity to think, concentrate, respect the opponent, manage emotions and learn from mistakes.

That is why this U16 tournament is open to young players with different levels of experience: from those who already take part in tournaments regularly to those who want to start discovering the world of chess in Lleida.

The goal is clear: for all children and young players to play, learn, share and enjoy a great day of chess in Balàfia.

Open to federated and non-federated players

The “Tots els nens juguem!!” tournament is designed to make participation easy and accessible for everyone. Both federated and non-federated boys and girls can take part.

It is an ideal opportunity for young players who want to experience their first tournament, for families looking for an educational and sporting activity, and for children who already play chess and want to keep improving.

In Balàfia, we want chess to be accessible, inclusive and open to the whole community.

The values of chess: respect, effort and teamwork

Chess helps develop essential values for both life and sport:

Respect, because every game begins and ends by acknowledging the opponent.
Concentration, because every move requires thought.
Effort, because improvement takes practice and consistency.
Patience, because every decision matters.
Equality, because at the chessboard everyone has the same opportunities.
Team spirit, because competing also means sharing and learning together.

This tournament is a great example of how chess can help young people grow both on and off the board.

Supporting girls’ participation and women’s sport

At Club Escacs Balàfia, we especially encourage girls and young female players to take part in this tournament.

Chess is a sport for everyone, and we want to help increase female participation in tournaments, chess classes and club life. More and more girls are discovering the world of chess, and in Balàfia we want them to feel welcome, valued and empowered.

The future of chess is also female.

Chess classes in Balàfia, Lleida

In addition to organizing tournaments, Club Escacs Balàfia offers chess classes in Lleida for children, young players and anyone who wants to learn or improve their level.

Our classes are designed both for beginners starting from zero and for players who want to prepare for tournaments. We work on tactics, strategy, openings, endgames, concentration and sporting values.

If you are looking for chess classes in Lleida, chess in Balàfia or a friendly club where you can learn and play, Club Escacs Balàfia is an open, inclusive and motivating place to begin or continue growing as a chess player.

Tournament details

Tournament: Tots els nens juguem!!
Category: U16
Participants: Federated and non-federated boys and girls
Date: May 30
Venue: Centre Cívic de Balàfia
Address: Carrer Terrassa no. 1, Balàfia, Lleida
Start time: 9:30 a.m.
Time control: 5 minutes + 3 seconds
Format: 7 rounds
Prizes: Trophies and medals
Registration: WhatsApp 630 66 53 26

Acknowledgements

From Club Escacs Balàfia, we would like to thank the Diputació de Lleida, Lleida City Council / La Paeria and the Catalan Chess Federation, Lleida regional delegation, for trusting us and choosing our club to organize this tournament.

We would also like to give special thanks to arbiter Israel Campos Olaya, a well-known figure in Lleida chess. The work of an arbiter is essential to ensure that tournaments run smoothly, with order, respect, fair play and the right environment for young players to learn.

See you in Balàfia!

The “Tots els nens juguem!!” tournament is a great opportunity to discover chess, learn by playing and enjoy a sporting day in Lleida.

At Club Escacs Balàfia, we invite all families, children and U16 young players to take part, whether they already play regularly or want to experience their first chess tournament.

Come to play, learn and share the values of chess in Balàfia. Let’s all play!