WHAT IS FUZZSJAKK?

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Fuzzsjakk (Fuzzchess) was started as an inclusive initiative aimed at opening up the chess community to players of all levels — both across the board and beyond it. For us, the social aspect is just as important as the game itself. We believe chess should be fun, accessible, and unifying.

Through unique concepts like Fuzz Blitz Lounge and Chess Rave, we create arenas where both beginners and experienced players can meet, challenge themselves, and grow — in a relaxed, energetic, and creative atmosphere.

We’ve also developed our own systems and terms that contribute to making Fuzzsjakk a holistic and vibrant experience:
 – Our class system, which divides the community into skill-based categories
 – Fuzz Elo, a unique rating system that calculates ratings for our participants

We use SpillSjakk.no as a platform to organize our tournaments. This is where participants gather and where we generate match pairings, rounds, and standings. Everyone must create their own user and register for Fuzzsjakk tournaments there.

WHAT ARE THE CLASS CONCEPTS?

Why do we use class systems in Fuzzsjakk?

Across the chess world, ratings are used to reflect skill and track progress — from online platforms to clubs and tournaments. It’s a useful tool for structure, learning, and competition.

At Fuzzsjakk, we’ve taken this one step further.

We want to create an environment where both the social side of chess and the drive to improve can thrive — side by side. Our class system isn’t about dividing people — it’s about opening more doors.

By organizing players into rating-based classes, we’re able to recognize growth at every level. You don’t have to be among the top-rated to feel seen — or to win something. Everyone plays in the same tournament, but at the prize ceremony, we celebrate the best within each class. Because progress looks different for everyone.

Our class system helps build a sense of belonging — and gives more people a reason to care, show up, and be proud of their journey.

🏆 In Fuzz Blitz Lounge, we award:

  • Top 2 in Amateur

  • Top 2 in Challenger

  • Best in Expert

  • Overall winner

  • Top female player

     

The Three Main Classes:

  • 0–999: The Amateur
    This is where the journey begins.
     You’ve discovered the joy of playing. Whether you’re just learning the rules or starting to develop a sense of strategy, this is your playground. Mistakes are welcome – they’re the fuel for growth. Every move is a step forward.
    ✅ Learning the basics
    ⚠️ Inconsistent play, frequent blunders
    🎯 Goal: Build habits, play often, explore openings and tactics

    We’ve divided this class into three subcategories:

    • 0–299: The Rising star
      You’ve just stepped into the world of chess.
       Maybe you’re learning the rules, maybe you forget them now and then – and that’s totally okay. This is the phase of courage, curiosity, and growth. You’re building the foundation. We’re cheering for you. You’ve got everything to gain.
      ✅ Learning the rules
       ⚠️ Often misses threats
       🎯 Goal: Play lots, enjoy the game!

       

    • 300–599: The Improver
      You’re getting a feel for the game.
       You know the rules and are starting to notice what works. Mistakes still happen – but you’re beginning to see your opponent’s too. You might even be scoring some wins. This is where confidence starts to grow and the basics of strategy take shape.
      ✅ Knows the principles
       ⚠️ Still drops pieces or misses simple tactics
       🎯 Goal: Practice openings, reduce blunders

       

    • 600–999: The Learner
      You’ve got the basics under control.
       You develop your pieces, castle, spot threats – and you’re starting to think ahead. You still lose often, but you’re learning from it. Maybe you’ve found your first favorite opening? Now’s the time to sharpen your tactics and deepen your understanding.
      ✅ Plays with intention
       ⚠️ Often loses to tactics
       🎯 Goal: Strengthen your opening, middlegame, and endgame

  • 1000–1599: The Challenger
    You’ve found your footing – and you’re starting to push back.

    You play with intention. You’re no longer reacting to the board; you’re shaping it. At this level, players begin to form style, see deeper combinations, and win more consistently. You’ve become a real threat.
    ✅ Solid fundamentals
     ⚠️ Struggles with consistency under pressure
     🎯 Goal: Refine tactics, build a repertoire, play stronger opponents

     

  • 1600 –2199: The Expert
    You see the board differently.

    You’ve developed accuracy, vision, and a feel for positions. You know your lines, calculate deeply, and punish weak moves. At this level, you’re not just playing the game – you’re teaching it through action.
    ✅ Strong intuition and calculation
     ⚠️ Minor inaccuracies cost dearly
     🎯 Goal: Maintain sharpness, deepen strategic understanding, lead by example

Which class do you belong to?

- FUZZ ELO -

The Fuzz Elo system was developed to offer our participants greater flexibility and a playful way to track their own progress. At the same time, it provides a unique rating that can be built over time — independent of official systems. This helps make Fuzzsjakk a fair, inclusive, and motivating arena for all levels.

When you participate in Fuzzsjakk for the first time, we record your blitz rating from Chess.com as your starting point. After that, our own Fuzz Elo system updates your rating after each tournament.

This system gives us a simple and fair way to track your progress — and currently serves as our temporary rating system. At the same time, we are working on improving the concept to provide an even more precise and inspiring way to measure progress and create a sense of mastery.

In 2025, we are launching a new and improved version of Fuzz Elo. At that point, the system will reset, and everyone will start from the same baseline. The new rating will be calculated based on tournaments from January 2025 onward. When we launch the new system, many of you will already have an updated rating — based on your 2025 participation — giving a realistic and current picture of your level.

Find your Fuzz-Elo here

EVENT-CONCEPTS

- Fuzz Blitz Lounge -

Rounds: 8
Time control: 5+2
Rating: Open Rating
When: Usually on weekend evenings
Price: 199,- Student / 249,- Ordinary

Our tournament concept “Fuzz Blitz Lounge” is our oldest format and is based on blitz tournaments with electronic music in the background. Our tournaments have varied between 5+2 and 3+2 time controls, but we have now settled on 5+2. The number of rounds has also varied, but we’ve found our sweet spot with 8 rounds. We try to keep participants happy with as many rounds as possible within a time frame that feels comfortable for most. You don’t need to dedicate a whole day to Fuzzsjakk — just come, have fun for a couple of hours, and enjoy the rest of the evening.
See information about next Fuzz Blitz Lounge here

Prizes:

1x Best overall player
1x Best Expert
2x Best Challengers
2x Best Amateurs
1x Best female participant

- Fuzz Blitz Amateur Lounge -

Rounds: 7
Time control: 7+2
Rating: Amateur classes (for players under 1000 Chess.com rating)
When: One thursday every month
Price: 199,- Student / 249,- Ordinary

Fuzz Blitz Amateur Lounge is a low-threshold tournament for those new to the world of chess. It’s tailored for amateurs, beginners, and rookies — regardless of age or ambition level. We use a time control of 7 minutes + 2 seconds increment per move. The goal is to engage more people in chess and also create a social arena where the newest players can compete, socialize, and have fun.

Class structure and prizes
 To make the tournament as inclusive and motivating as possible, we divide the Amateur class (0–999) into subcategories based on Chess.com rating:

The Rising Star: 0–299 (you’ve just stepped into the world of chess)
The Challenger: 300–599 (you’re getting the feel for the game)
The Learner: 0–999 (you’ve got the basics under control)

Prizes:
2x Best players overall
1x Best Beginner
1x Best Rookie
1x Best female participant

You don’t need tournament experience or an official rating. All you need is a good attitude and the courage to play your first tournament!

- SJAKKRAVE -

  • When: One Saturday per year
  • Age: 18–65+
  • Who: Open to everyone, regardless of chess experience
  • Music: Electronic (House, Minimal, Techno, Hard Groove)
  • Price: 249 NOK (Student) – 299 NOK (Standard)

How do you make a “chess party” sound exciting? The answer was: “Chess Rave” — an electronic afterparty for our Fuzz Blitz Lounge.

One of our core values is to create a community where people can meet, socialize, and build relationships. We see social isolation and loneliness as some of society’s biggest challenges — problems that contribute to mental health issues, exclusion, and in the worst cases, tragic outcomes.

That’s why we’ve always had a clear goal: To create an inclusive space where it’s easy to participate, meet new people, dance, play — and break out of your own bubble. A place where you feel seen, and where participating is more important than performing.

We believe chess is a unique tool for connecting people — across backgrounds, ages, and life situations — without judgment. Just like language, music, film, and dance, chess is a universal expression. When you sit down to play, it’s not about looks, body, or status — it’s mind vs. mind. It’s a beautiful and powerful encounter between people, and we’ve seen time and again how it creates real connections.

Through Chess Rave and Fuzzsjakk, we not only want to combat loneliness but also make chess accessible, cool, and fun — for everyone. We want to bring chess to new forms and places, and open the doors for everyone to feel welcome. That’s what we’re passionate about.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do I need to be good at chess to participate??

Absolutely not! Fuzzsjakk is for everyone – whether you’ve played for years or just learned how the knight moves. We have dedicated classes for beginners, and the focus is on having fun, learning, and meeting new people.

No. We provide everything you need – boards, pieces, and clocks. All you need to bring is yourself (and preferably a good mood).

You can cancel your registration, but tickets are non-refundable. We prefer to be notified well in advance.

We aim to start on time, but if you arrive a bit late and let us know, we’ll try to find a solution. If the tournament has already started, you might be able to join from round 2 – but that depends on attendance and capacity.

Yes, absolutely! We love having an audience, and it’s always possible to drop by to hang out, watch the games, and soak in the atmosphere. Fuzzsjakk is meant to be a social and open space – for both players and spectators.