Meet The Team

I started playing chess aged 5 and went on to represent England at the World and European Chess Championships from ages 10-18.

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I have 10 years of experience teaching students ranging from age 5-60 yrs (it's never too late to start!) from beginners to advanced players. I also have experience teaching large groups of children with Sussex Junior Chess & Somerset County Chess.​

I am a chess grandmaster and have represented England at the Olympiad, the European Team Championships, and the Fide World Cup.

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I have also published two chess books focusing on building a flexible and ambitious opening repertoire.

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In addition to a player career, I have coached students of all levels since the age of 13. One of my former students recently became the youngest ever British player to achieve the Grandmaster title.

I've been coaching for over 2 years now, and it's been incredibly rewarding to see my students grow and improve.

 

My coaching philosophy focuses on fostering a love for the game while building strong foundational skills.

I emphasise critical thinking, problem-solving, and enjoying the learning process.

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I have been playing chess for as long as I can remember. By playing in tournaments and hanging out at chess clubs I have made many great friends. Improving at chess is fun because we begin to appreciate deeper and deeper subtleties - learn chess and you'll never be bored again.

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ECF rating February 2025: 2178

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I grew up playing chess and have played competitively since I was 10.

I have recently started coaching chess part-time, and I am really enjoying sharing my knowledge, inspiring others, and helping beginners develop their own strategies and confidence in the game.

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