What we’re about
WELCOME TO OUR CHESS CLUB IN PETALING JAYA (SELANGOR, MALAYSIA)!
NetFlix's The Queen's Gambit brought you to chess? Or you came here because you discovered the fascinating world of chess during the Pandemic? Or you're getting back to chess after N number of years, and are looking to join a local club of chess-playing individuals? Look NO further!
We meet at a public place for fun sessions chess games. All levels are welcome. The purpose of the group is for chess lovers to meet weekly. If you're a local or an expatriate who loves chess and you are looking for chess friends in Petaling Jaya and the Klang Valley, this is the group. If you are a parent and have children who like to play chess, then bring them along!
On a more serious note, Malaysia is one Asian country with many resources, but alas, no FIDE Chess Grandmasters. We hope that if you are a parent with a son or daughter who loves chess, and you wish to give as much chess-playing exposure as possible to your young one, by all means join us! Let's make chess in Malaysia not just great again, but simply, GREAT!
Truth be told, most of the chess players who come for the Saturday meetups are male. We have had some female players visit us in the past, and we may have at least one female player for each meeting. Anyway, if you are a girl or woman player who loves chess, you are most welcome to join us for a game or two.
Every Saturday, 3pm to 6pm, Klang Valley's and Petaling Jaya's chess social group named "Chess For Fun Club - eat play laugh" meets at Chiquyo Japanese Restaurant, Amcorp Mall. The meetup address is Amcorp Mall, Lot 316 & 317, Level 3, 18, Persiaran Barat, Seksyen 52, 46050 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
- Google Maps: https://bit.ly/amcorpchess
- Nearest LRT station is Taman Jaya which is 400meters or 5 minutes walk away)
So welcome once again to the "Chess For Fun Club - eat play laugh" social group. Make yourself at home. The group was formed in January 2019.
GM Frankie Kam
19th January 2024
Note: GM stands for Genetically Modified. And Grown Man.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Chess Meetup 30th November 2024 (3:00pm-6:00pm) Amcorp MallChiquyo Japanese Restaurant, Petaling Jaya
This Saturday, 30th November 2024, 3:00pm to 6:00pm, Klang Valley's and Petaling Jaya's chess social group named "Chess For Fun Club - eat play laugh" will hold its weekly Saturday meetup at Chiquyo Japanese Restaurant, Amcorp Mall. The address is Amcorp Mall, Lot 316 & 317, Level 3, 18, Persiaran Barat, Seksyen 52, 46050 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Google Maps: https://bit.ly/amcorpchess
If you are able to join us, do let Frankie Kam know via WhatsApp (+6011-2001 1429). All chess lovers of any level (beginners to masters) are welcome.
See you there!
Frankie Kam
WhatsApp +6011-20011429FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Does the venue serve food and drinks?
A: Yes it does. If you wish to taste their fare, here's Chiquyo Japanese Restaurant's menu.
Q: What about parking?
A: There is free parking opposite the LRT, across the road, but you'll need walk about 300 metres from the open-air 'carpark' to Amcorp Mall. You can also park at Amcorp Mall's indoor carpark with its RM3 per entry weekend-rate or its outdoor parking lot with its higher hourly or per-entry rate (RM10).
Q: I'm just a beginner in chess, a newbie, and I started playing 'seriously' just a few years ago. Is that okay?
A: Everybody starts as a beginner in chess. Yes, it is perfectly okay to be a beginner in chess. You won't win many (or any!) games against a more experienced player in our Meetup, but there should be enough players at roughly the same level as you, to give you a challenge and a chance to win some games.
Q: Is there a fee to pay to join your chess Meetups?
A: There is NO membership fee. It's completely FREE! We do invite you to help yourself to the Chiquyo Japanese Restaurant's menu and to buy a drink or a meal if you wish to. Please note that the Restaurant does not take orders from 3:30pm-5:30pm as that is their rest hour. We can continue to play at the tables and chairs outside the restaurant during that time.
Q: Do I need to bring a chess set to your Meetup?
A: Most of the regulars will bring a set of their own, but if you own a chess set, and it's not too much trouble to bring one, PLEASE BRING A CHESS SET ALONG so that everyone has the chance to play against someone. If you do not have one, do consider buying a tournament size chess set (click here!) as a long-term investment and so that you can bring one along for the meetups.
Q: Do you have a WhatsApp group? How do I join your WhatsApp group?
A: Just send Frankie (+6011-20011429) a text message on WhatsApp. You will be sent the "Blitz Chess Meet Friends" WhatsApp group's Terms Of Usage (TOU) to agree to. If you agree to, and agree to abide by the TOU, Frankie will add you to the "Blitz Chess Meet Friends" WhatsApp group.
Q: Is the venue close to an LRT station?
A: The closest Light Rail Transit (LRT) station is Taman Jaya LRT station, which is located 300 metres, or 4 minute walk away. Better to join our WhatsApp group and text that you need transport help.
Q: I'm just passing through Malaysia/Kuala Lumpur/Petaling Jaya on a short visit. Can I join in your sessions?
A: You are most welcome to join us, even if just for one Saturday! If you are a FIDE GM/WGM, Frankie will treat you a nice meal off from the menu free of charge as you will be our Guest Of Honour!
Q: Can I play chess on Saturdays before 3pm and after 6pm?
A: Yes you can start before 3pm, but don't seat on the wooden tables. Gmes usually start to wrap up around 5:50pm, but if you have a chess set, you can stay past 6pm if you have the time. Usually we will take a group photoshoot before 6:00pm. Our meetup event official ends at 6pm.
Q: How big is the group in your Meetup events?
A: Varies from 10 to 20. On rare occasions we have been known to hit 30 or more attendees. More if you come.
Q: Do you have any Youtube videos of your meetups?
A: Enjoy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ib78-6whdUI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8lRBKh_UHE
End of FAQ.
