Coaches

Robert Krzesaj

Robert is SCA's co-founder and a chess coach from Poland. He has coached since 2009 and brings experience in competitive chess and team leadership. His teaching encourages patience, resilience and a lasting interest in learning, in an environment built on trust, collaboration and mutual respect.

Turan Asgarova · Coach Leader

Turan Asgarova is SCA’s Coach Leader. She began playing chess at five and has coached young players in professional chess schools in Baku. Her background combines international competition with experience supporting young players of different ages and abilities.

Rafal Malczyk

Rafal is a chess coach from Poland who has taught since 2005 and joined SCA in 2018. He focuses on helping students understand chess principles and strategic planning, with guidance tailored to each learner. Through puzzles and practical exploration, he shares his enthusiasm for chess and helps students develop their skills.

Khayala Abdulla

Khayala is a chess coach from Azerbaijan who has taught since 2017. Her competitive background includes national championships and representing Azerbaijan at Chess Olympiads. She aims to make learning enjoyable while helping students build confidence, think more deeply and approach challenges with determination.

Narmin Soyunlu

Narmin is a chess coach from Azerbaijan who has taught since 2017. Her background includes youth championship success and competitive chess experience. She creates an interactive learning environment where students can explore ideas, ask questions and develop their understanding, with an emphasis on critical thinking and patience.

Aydagnuhem Gezachew Abera

Aydagnuhem Gezachew Abera is a chess coach from Ethiopia who began coaching in 2012 and joined SCA in May 2024.

His competitive experience includes representing Ethiopia at Chess Olympiads and participating in the 2023 Chess World Cup. His lessons emphasize chess principles, strategic planning and guidance adapted to each student's needs.

Kris Zong

Kris is a chess coach from China who began playing at the age of seven. He started coaching and joined SCA in 2023. His lessons focus on understanding positions, planning and practical play, with individual guidance that helps students explore their potential and strengthen their chess skills.

Jay Haycock

Jay is a chess coach from the United Kingdom with experience teaching in primary and secondary schools across England.

He works with children and teenagers, from beginners to competitive players, both online and in person. His lessons build strong foundations and encourage independent thinking through practical games, reflection and learning from mistakes.