WCM Rachelle-Mari Voges

I have a passion for nurturing and growing chess enthusiasts. I'm and admitted attorney and business owner, but ultimately I am dedicated to helping individuals at every level of their chess journey. From complete beginners to those aspiring to reaching master level, my goal is to guide you along your unique path to success. I specialise in creating individualised coaching programs tailored to each player's specific needs, strengths, and goals.  Chess knows no age limits, and I have experience working with students as young as 4 and seasoned a promising youngster who took up chess at 82. 

Drawing from 12 years of teaching experience, I'm committed to helping you unlock your full potential in the chess world. 

I've been playing for 23 years with so many highlights!

Chess opened the world for me and I've travelled to compete in international tournaments since I was 8 years old. A silver Medal at the African Youth Tournament, Silver at the Commonwealth Tournament, a few achievements at the World Youth Tournaments, but my biggest victory is the more than 50 students I could inspire to improve their knowledge in chess.

12 years of sharing my love for chess with students from all over the world. My youngest student was only 3 years old and I believe you are never too old to learn the "magic" of chess!

I believe in the power of chess as an educational tool or just for pure enjoyment.

I teach chess in schools, for corporate companies as a team building activity, private or group coaching of children and adults.
I am a qualified FIDE arbiter and enjoy working as an arbiter in national tournaments.

I specialise in creating individualised coaching programs tailored to each player's specific needs, strengths, and goals. 

QUESTIONS! All the answers are in front of us- we just need to ask the correct questions.
My lessons are a good combination of theory and playing to practice what we've learned.