Where you can master your moves from the 21 until the 30 of August 2025!
Constituted by experienced professionals in the practice of this modality, the AXM aims to allow students to learn chess while enhancing all the benefits associated with its exercise in school life.
Competitive teams of all adges.
Classes for Beginner, Intermediate and Advance.
9 rounds and accelerated pairings, complemented by a generous prize list for various categories, making it a prime event for competitive recognition and rewards.
Champions inclusivity, welcoming all players with or without prior affiliation to the Portuguese Chess Federation at no extra cost, ensuring a diverse and enriched competitive experience.
Organized by the Maia Chess Academy and supported by the Maia City Council, the festival offers a professionally managed event with transport services and a dedicated team of arbiters for a seamless participant experience.
The festival enriches the chess experience with additional events like the Douro Blitz Cruise, Summer Chess Camp, and social gatherings, offering unique learning and community engagement opportunities in a stunning setting.
Dont miss our video review of last year Douro Blitz Tournament!
AXM is composed of duly accredited teachers, recognized by the Portuguese Chess Federation and supported by the Maia City Council for developing chess in its educational system.
