Coaches

Andrew Talmarkes

Andrew Talmarkes is an accomplished chess coach, FIDE-licensed arbiter, and long-time leader within Cape Town’s Steinitz Chess Club. He is the Director of the Insight Chess Academy, providing … More ...

RM Ethan Samuels

Ethan Samuels is an accomplished young adult chess player and coach from Cape Town, South Africa. Known for his sharp tactical awareness and steady positional play, he has developed a strong … More ...

CM Kenneth Willenberg

Kenneth Sean “Kenny” Willenberg is a South African Candidate Master (CM), currently regarded as one of the country’s strongest players. A product of Steinitz Chess Club and the proud Willenberg … More ...

CM Paul Khuphwathea

Paul C. Khuphwathea is a highly respected chess player and coach from Malawi, now making his mark in Cape Town, South Africa. A Candidate Master since 2016, he has represented his country with pride … More ...