Ratings

Each member is given a certain numerical score called a rating. This serves to indicate playing strength. Members are divided into seven classes, ranging from Class 1 (a rating of 2200 and above) to Class 7 (below 945). The method used to calculate ratings is based on the Elo Rating System used by most chess organisations in the world. According to their ratings, members are deemed to be in classes as follows:

Class1	2200 and above
Class 2	1950 - 2195
Class 3	1700 - 1945
Class 4	1450 - 1695
Class 5	1200 - 1445
Class 6	950 - 1195
Class 7	700 - 945

(NB: Any player falling below 700 is automatically reinstated to that level).
Ratings are adjusted by the Ratings Registrar at the end of each quarter in accordance with the results of games received during the previous rating period.

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