About Weiqi
Having developed in China between 3,000 and 4,000 years ago, Go (called Wei Ch’i in China and Baduk in Korea) contends with backgammon for the right to be called the oldest game still played in its original form. Today it is played by millions in Asia and thousands elsewhere. Weiqi is an intellectual but fun game. It is much more complex than the Chinese Chess, thus usually takes quite long to finish a game. A game of Weiqi can take as quick as 15 minutes and as long as days to finish. Weiqi helps to improve one’s concentration, calculation, memory and creativity. It develops one’s systematic thinking skill and develop a good sense of judgement.
About Us
Singapore Weiqi Association was founded in 1981. Activities started in the same year at the Ulu Pandan Community Center. The association has not only succeeded in establishing a foothold in Singapore, but has also attracted attention in the international Weiqi circles. During the late 80’s, the association successfully held several international tournaments and received visits of many Weiqi Grand Masters from China, Japan and Korea. The Weiqi population in Singapore has increased from about 100 in 1981to more than 20,000 in 2000.
Competitions
Singapore Weiqi Association organises more than ten tournaments per year, some of them jointly held with other organisations. We wish to express our sincere appreciation to many individuals and organisations for their financial supports. Friends who like to make contributions toward organising activities, such as tournaments etc. may contact us through email or phone.
weiqi tournaments
“Tong Zhou Cup” International Cities Youth Weiqi Invitational Competition
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2nd Southeast Asia Weiqi Congress
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13th Malaysia Weiqi Open Championship
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Nakhon Si Thammarat International Go Open 2026
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“Alpha Egg AI Weiqi Robot Cup” National Weiqi Tournament
Participants who are interested in this tournament, please sign up via this link: https://forms.gle/XjfSNRVv5RSDaMV67 For more information, please refer to this:...
“Pesta Sukan” National Weiqi Tournament 2026
For participants who are interested to take part in this tournament, please click the link: https://www.activesgcircle.gov.sg/getactive-singapore/pesta-sukan/sport/weiqi
[Results] 24th National Ladies Weiqi Tournament
National Ladies — Open Category School Award · 学校奖 Position School Players Champion · 冠军 Nanyang Girls High School Liao Ziyan Dai Junqian 代俊芊 Jiang Wenshan 姜雯珊 Individual Award · 个人奖 Position Player ChampionYe Rangqu 1st Runner-UpJemma Chua 蔡函颖 2nd Runner-UpDawn Sum...
Singapore Dan Upgrading Competition – June 2026
For those players who wants to participate in this competition, please visit the link to register: https://forms.gle/JN37hrin25hv4zT99
Singapore Dan Certification Competition – June 2026
For those who are interested, please visit the link to register here: https://forms.gle/RUAhFa8LrCZ6arty6 Confirm Namelist # English Name Chinese Name 1 ALEXANDER WANG ZHENGFEI 王正非 2 Chan Gin Jyun Joseph 陈建元 3 Chua Jia Heng 蔡佳亨 4 David Ma David Ma 5 Deng Yu 邓禹 6 Ding...
[Selection] 21th Korea Prime Minister Cup International Baduk Championship
If you're would like to compete in the U15 division, please register here: If you meet the requirements and would like to represent Singapore,...
Latest News
Let’s Play! Talks: Weiqi – Tradition and Transformation (28 Feb 2026)
Let’s Play! Talks Weiqi: Tradition and Transformation Date: Saturday, 28 February 2026 Time: 2.30pm to 5.30pm Venue: Ngee Ann Auditorium, Asian Civilisations Museum This session is free. Registration is required (with a $10 refundable deposit). Register here on Peatix...
Chen Yihang – Singapore’s first Professional 1 Dan homecoming
Annual General Meeting 2025
Welcome all lifetime and ordinary members to attend our annual general meeting
SWA Tournament Guidelines for Foreign Dan Certificate
“First Singaporean Insei” to Nihon Kiin
Congratulations to Chen Yihang 4Dan for successfully enrolling into Nihon Kiin as the “First Singaporean Insei” to be training full time in Tokyo, Japan! Singapore Weiqi Association extends our most sincere congratulations to Yihang and family, and wishes him the very...
Singapore Weiqi Association Safe Sport Policy
Safe Sport Policy: http://admin.weiqi.org.sg/ckfinder/userfiles/files/Safe%20Sport%20Policy%20Template_SWA_SS%20edits.pdf Response & Resolution Process: http://admin.weiqi.org.sg/ckfinder/userfiles/files/Response%20and%20Resolution%20Process%20Final.pdf Safe Sport...
Singapore Go Association Team Competes in the Asian Games
The Singapore Go Association proudly sent a team to compete in the prestigious Asian Games! Representing our nation on the international stage, our players showcased their dedication, strategy, and passion for the game. From intense matches against top-tier opponents...
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Courses
[Satellite] China Cultural Centre @ Bugis Semester Courses – July 2026
For students who are interested to join for the semester class, please click on the link: https://forms.gle/9JGEGUzFix5nd4iy5
Upcoming New Intermediate Adult Weiqi Classes (8 Lessons)
Upcoming New Intermediate Adult Weiqi Classes (8 Lessons) For new Adult Weiqi courses enquiry, kindly email to...
Upcoming New Fundamental Adult Weiqi Classes (8 lessons)
Upcoming New Fundamental Adult Weiqi Classes For new Adult Weiqi courses enquiry, kindly email to...
[New] Second Semester Fundamental Courses for Youths (July – November)
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[New] Second Semester Weiqi Courses Schedule (July – November)
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[Open for registrations] Premium Fundamental Weiqi Holiday Camp (Month of June)
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[New] Fundamental Class For Youths (8 lessons from July to Sep) – Starting after June holidays
Weiqi Fundamental Course for Youths (8 Lessons) 🧠 8 Lessons | 👨🏫 SWA-Certified High-Dan Teachers 👧👦 Ages 5–13 | Small...
[New] Elementary Class For Youths (8 lessons from July to Sep) – Starting after June holidays
Weiqi Elementary Course for Youths (8 Lessons) 🧠 8 Lessons | 👨🏫 SWA-Certified High-Dan Teachers 👧👦 Ages 5–13 | Small classes...
Yang Laoshi’s June Holiday WeiQi Intensive Training Camp (for Dan Upgrading)
For students who are interested, please click the link: https://forms.gle/21NY8LFeX3esxofL7
Yang Laoshi’s June Holiday WeiQi Intensive Training Camp (for Dan Certification)
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