Open Board Experience

Where Passion Meets Competitive Sparring

Online chess is convenient, but nothing replicates the tactile thrill of physical wooden pieces, the ticking digital clock, and the intense psychological battle across the board.

Our Pay + Play Arena is fully equipped with DGT digital clocks, tournament-standard Staunton chess boards, comfortable seating, and an active community of chess lovers ranging from school prodigies to seasoned veterans.

DGT Digital Clocks
Rapid, Blitz & Classical time controls
Weekend Mini-Leagues
Cash prize rapid & blitz events

Pay & Play

Pay for a Board. Play Your Game.

Walk in, pay for your session, pick a tournament-grade board and clock, and start playing. No membership needed.

1. Walk In

Visit the Arena during opening hours, or reserve a board in advance.

2. Pay

Pay for your session at the desk. Daily passes and monthly options are available.

3. Play

Take a board, set the DGT clock and play rapid, blitz or classical games.

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Arena Experience

What We Offer

Everything you need for an authentic tournament-grade chess session in Chennai.

CASUAL & RATED PLAY

Timed Sparring Rounds

Flexible pay-and-play sessions where you can challenge fellow players, analyze game records, and sharpen your openings under real match conditions.

COMPETITIVE EVENTS

Weekend Mini Tournaments

Swiss-system blitz and rapid weekend tournaments. Play against varying rating bands, earn medals, cash rewards, and gain critical tournament temperament.

COMMUNITY HUB

Community of Enthusiasts

A warm, intellectually stimulating clubhouse environment. Study master games on demonstration boards, discuss classic games, and make lifelong friends.

Drop In and Make Your Next Move

Open 6 days a week in Virugambakkam, Chennai. Daily passes, monthly sparring memberships, and coaching bundles available.

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Office Information

Feel free to reach out to us directly for academic queries, admission details, or campus visits.

Our Campus Locations

Branch 1: No 45, First Floor, Arcot Road, Virugambakkam, Chennai - 600092
Branch 2: No.12, Vembuliamman Koil St, West KK Nagar, Chennai 600078

Official Work Time

Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 20:00

Saturday & Sunday: 10:30 – 22:00