Questions, answered

Any age, and any level — there are no limits here. I’ve coached young children still learning how the pieces move, teenagers, and adults picking the game up for the first time, right through to seriously competitive players chasing national selection. If you want to learn, there’s a place for you.

Yes. I teach online over video with a shared digital board, so you can train from anywhere in the world. In-person (over-the-board) coaching is available in and around Pretoria.

Absolutely — beginners are some of my favourite students. A big part of what I do is helping people fall in love with the game and build strong fundamentals from day one.

It depends on whether you choose individual or group coaching and how often you train. Message me on WhatsApp and I'll send you a current quote tailored to your goals.

The quickest way is to tap any WhatsApp button on this site or give me a call. I'll arrange a time that suits you.

Yes. I've coached the SA Junior Teams and provincial teams many times over the years, and I offer a dedicated competitive pathway with tournament preparation and rating goals — experience very few coaches can match.

I'm fluent in both English and Afrikaans, so lessons can be in whichever language you're most comfortable with.

Absolutely. I coach students all over the world via online lessons, so you can train from anywhere.

Yes — I run weekend chess camps that combine a proper getaway with serious chess: a tournament to kick things off, training and game-analysis sessions, and plenty of social chess in between. The most recent camp was held at Sugar Bay Resort in 2026. Message me on WhatsApp to hear about upcoming dates.

Most sessions blend three things: reviewing your own recent games to find what is really costing you points, working through a personal plan aimed at your next rating goal, and building an opening repertoire that suits your style — plus tactics and endgame technique along the way.

Yes! I host a friendly monthly tournament and casual chess most Tuesday evenings around Pretoria. There's a WhatsApp group for both events — see the Events page to join.