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chess academy

We are a group of professional chess players who have come together to tackle the growing need of lack of talented youth who can be groomed to take the mantle from the older generations. Most of our trainers are FIDE certified (World Chess Body) and have more than five years of experience in competitive play either or both locally and international scenes.

Mission Statement

To teach about the fundamentals of Chess and equip trainers/students with so many examples to enable them train others or be competitive players in international scenes. Secondary aim is to use chess as a tool to curb lawless living and drug abuse among the youth.

Vision

To be one of the elite chess academy producing the highest caliber of players/individuals to compete both locally and globally in international levels/events .

featured blogs

A peek at Chess Beginners Manual Book

Chess Beginners’ manual is the ultimate guide for aspiring chess players and coaches seeking to build a strong foundation in the world’s most strategic game. This comprehensive manual covers all essential aspects of chess

Want to make Tal Smile!? By Sir Adorwa

The blog title was introspection on what will put a smile on the face of the late former World Champion, Mikhail Tal. You should first understand Tal used to play unconventional piece sacrifices through intuitions

The Road to Budapest By Sir Adorwa

I almost entitled this blog the "Battle of WFMs" as both the featured players have conditional recognition to the title, should they reach a certain rating prescribed by World Chess Body (FIDE).

Taming a “Strong” Chess Player By Sir Adorwa

On this blog we will be highlighting one of the debutants who fought tooth and nail to be in the National Team that would be representing Kenya at the 45th Olympiad Championship at Budapest, Hungary.

Ever Heard of Middlegame Zugzwang? By Lenox Mangi

Before we dive into the details, let's set the stage for a battle that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Two evenly matched players, each with a score to settle.

$300k Meltwater Champs By Sir Adorwa

Meltwater Champions Chess Tour attracted Forty-four of the world’s best chess players, representing 18 different countries. It was reported that it reached a growing audience of more than 100 million live views.

Chess Queens By Matthew Kanegeni

Fide Instructor Matthew Kanegeni was appointed as the Head Coach during the All African Games held in Casablanca, Morocco. Prior to the team being selected for the event, there was a fierce qualification system in place

Training a Champion By Hugh Misiko

It was on 13th March 2020 that the national government declared a national pandemic and all learning institutes were ordered to close with immediate effect, halting and in the process stopping most business.

READ MORE FEATURED BLOGS!

Sample a variety of our "Featured Blogs" which we believe will endure the test of time. Some of the blogs have teachings from experienced Coaches while others for enjoyment.

international news

Arjun Erigaisi crosses 2800 in December 2024 rating list Read more...

World Championship Game 6: Accurate defense by Gukesh secures another draw Read more...

World Championship Game 5: Ding Liren lets Gukesh off the hook Read more...

100% accuracy for Ding Liren and Gukesh in their 4th game draw Read more...

Shabalov, Kaak, Klinova and Burchardt crowned on the Golden Island Read more...

World Junior and Cadet Solving Championships: Girls prove their equality Read more...

Wall Street Gambit: Where chess meets finance Read more...

World Junior and Cadet Solving Championships: Girls prove their equality Read more...

Winners crowned at FIDE World Cadet Championship 2024 Read more...

Gukesh strikes back to tie FIDE World Championship Read more...

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