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Western Cape, South Africa, 2 Liesbeek Parkway, Observatory, Cape Town 7925
Contact Phones : +27 785 727 546,+27 60 961 5077
African Chess Lounge is a Cape Town‑based chess club that empowers youth through training and tournaments. African Chess Lounge (ACL) is a pioneering chess club and community development initiative based in Cape Town. Founded in 2014, ACL aims to uplift youth through chess education, life skills, and mentorship. The club regularly hosts FIDE-rated tournaments and outreach projects across the Western Cape. ACL is highly regarded for its coaching excellence and inclusivity. (Category:Club)
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Western Cape, South Africa, Cape Town, Western Cape (Private Coaching)
Contact Phones : +27 614 706 731,+27 82 537 5994
Anito Petersen (Mr RookSolid) is a chess coach and mentor offering youth programs and training in Cape Town. Anito Petersen, also known as Mr RookSolid, is a Cape Town-based chess coach and content creator. He is known for delivering online and in-person coaching with a focus on youth development and school outreach. A motivational speaker and SA Chess representative, Anito promotes discipline, focus, and critical thinking through his brand RookSolid. (Category:Coaches & Academies)
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Eastern Cape, South Africa, Mdantsane NU 1, East London 5219, Eastern Cape
Contact Phones : +27 69 180 9409,+27 78 065 0800
Aphiwe Chess Academy empowers Eastern Cape youth through community-based chess coaching and mentorship. Aphiwe Chess Academy is a nonprofit chess development initiative founded to empower youth in the Eastern Cape. Located in Mdantsane, East London, the academy promotes academic improvement, strategic thinking, and leadership through chess education. It offers coaching in schools, community workshops, tournaments, and mentorship programs targeting underserved areas. (Category:Coaches & Academies)
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Western Cape, South Africa, Claremont Civic Centre, Main Road, Claremont, Cape Town 7708
Contact Phones : +27 789 831 981,.
Cape Town Chess Club (est. 1885) is South Africa’s oldest chess club, hosting tournaments and leagues in Claremont. Established in 1885, Cape Town Chess Club is the oldest chess club in South Africa and the Southern Hemisphere. Based at the Claremont Civic Centre, it offers weekly tournaments, blitz events, club championships, and seasonal leagues. The club has a storied history and continues to promote competitive and social chess in the Cape Metropole, welcoming all age groups and levels. (Category:Club)
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Western Cape, South Africa, Groote Schuur High School, Palmyra Road, Claremont, Cape Town 7708
Contact Phones : ,+27 71 890 2451
Cape Town Chess Federation oversees chess leagues, clubs and events across the Cape Metropole. The Cape Town Chess Federation is the official governing body for chess in the Cape Metropole. It coordinates chess activities among clubs, schools, and institutions. Through structured leagues, tournaments, and development programs, the federation nurtures talent and promotes chess accessibility. It is affiliated with Chess Western Province and Chess South Africa. (Category:Federation)
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Gauteng, South Africa, Johannesburg, Gauteng (Private & Online Coaching)
Contact Phones : +27 711 601 748 / +971 523 558 518,+27 72 943 4155
Coach Musa’s ChessPath Academy offers private, school and online chess training in Johannesburg and nationwide. ChessPath Academy is a Johannesburg-based chess training institution founded by Coach Musa, a certified Chess South Africa instructor. The academy offers private coaching, school programs, online training, and tournament preparation. With a mission to empower youth through chess, ChessPath fosters strategic thinking, discipline, and self-confidence, and is active in both township and private school settings. (Category:Club)
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Gauteng, South Africa, Vietnam Crescent, Cosmo City Ext 3, Johannesburg 2188
Contact Phones : +27 846 449 881,084 644 9881
Cosmo Chess in Cosmo City offers weekend youth chess training and community tournaments in northern Johannesburg. Cosmo Chess is a community‑driven club based in Cosmo City, Johannesburg. Focusing on youth empowerment, it runs weekend sessions, beginners’ classes and inter‑township matches. Established in 2019, the club emphasises critical thinking and sportsmanship, providing a safe space for children and teens to develop through chess while partnering with local schools and NGOs. (Category:Club)
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Western Cape, South Africa, Elsies River Civic Centre, Halt Road, Elsies River, Cape Town 7490
Contact Phones : +27 614 706 731,+27 84 408 2327
Elsies River Chess Club is a community-focused Cape Town club promoting youth chess and local tournaments. Elsies River Chess Club is a community-based club located in Cape Town’s northern suburbs. It provides weekly sessions, junior coaching, and inter-club events, and is known for its outreach in under-resourced neighborhoods. The club plays an active role in local tournaments and collaborates with regional federations to build chess literacy and opportunity among youth. (Category:Club)
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Eastern Cape, South Africa, Cold Stream Restaurant, 60 Church Street, Graaff‑Reinet 6280
Contact Phones : +27 827 786 892,082 778 6892
Graaff‑Reinet Chess Club hosts friendly Saturday chess at Cold Stream restaurant and competes in regional leagues. Graaff‑Reinet Chess Club meets every Saturday morning under the oak trees outside Cold Stream restaurant, opposite the historic Dutch Reformed Church. The club welcomes beginners and tourists, offers coaching from scratch, and is affiliated to the Sarah Baartman Chess Union. Established informally in the 2010s, it now fields teams in regional league play and promotes chess in this Karoo heritage town. (Category:Coaches & Academies)
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Western Cape, South Africa, Radloff Park, Lourensford Road, Somerset West, Western Cape
Contact Phones : +27 824 062 800,+27 84 900 2392
Helderberg Chess Club offers inclusive community chess programs and league participation in Somerset West. Helderberg Chess Club is a family-oriented chess club serving the Somerset West and greater Helderberg region. Founded in 1996, the club hosts regular practice nights, rated tournaments, league fixtures, and community events. Affiliated with Chess Western Province, the club fosters inclusive participation and has developed junior and adult champions. (Category:Club)
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Eastern Cape, South Africa, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape (Private Coaching)
Contact Phones : +27 781 882 549,.
Jiraan Braaf is a chess coach and community leader in Port Elizabeth focused on youth and township chess development. Jiraan Braaf is a chess coach and community organizer based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. Known for promoting inclusive youth participation, Braaf has contributed to township chess development by organizing clinics, interschool challenges, and team mentorship. He collaborates with local clubs and NGOs to expand the reach of chess in underserved communities. (Category:Coaches & Academies)
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Gauteng, South Africa, Johannesburg City Hall Precinct, Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng
Contact Phones : ,.
Johannesburg Metro Chess coordinates leagues, clubs, and school events across the city's chess ecosystem. Johannesburg Metro Chess is the official district body governing chess activities in the Johannesburg Metro region. It organizes school leagues, open tournaments, junior championships, and club affiliation. As part of Chess Gauteng, it focuses on promoting grassroots chess development, talent identification, and inclusive access across all communities within the metro. (Category:Federation)
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Gauteng, South Africa, Lynnwood Ridge, Pretoria, Gauteng
Contact Phones : +27 659 933 923,+27 82 815 4035
Just-In-Chess offers youth-focused chess coaching and tournament preparation across Pretoria and Gauteng schools. Just-In-Chess is a Pretoria-based chess training company founded by Justin van Staden. It provides after-school chess programs, private coaching, and tournament prep across Gauteng. Emphasizing sportsmanship and mental resilience, the academy operates in schools throughout Pretoria East and is known for excellent junior development and interactive lessons. (Category:Coaches & Academies)
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Western Cape, South Africa, Cape Town, Western Cape (Freelance Coach)
Contact Phones : +27 812 704 502,.
Kassiem Slamang is a Cape Town-based chess coach supporting youth chess growth and school tournaments in underserved areas. Kassiem Slamang is a freelance chess coach and tournament organizer based in Cape Town. Known for his extensive work with schools and clubs across the Cape Flats, he focuses on mentoring young players and facilitating tournaments in under-resourced communities. Slamang is also active in provincial-level chess development initiatives. (Category:Coaches & Academies)
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Western Cape, South Africa, N1 City Mall, Louwtjie Rothman Street, Goodwood, Cape Town 7460
Contact Phones : +27 834 618 742,.
Kraaifontein Chess Club is a competitive and community‑oriented Cape Town chess hub hosting leagues and events. Kraaifontein Chess Club, commonly known as KFN Chess Club, is one of the most active chess hubs in the Western Cape. It offers a welcoming environment for all levels, from juniors to advanced players. Based in Cape Town's northern suburbs, the club hosts regular league matches, training sessions, and social chess events. It is affiliated with the Western Cape Chess Association and has produced numerous provincial players. (Category:Club)
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Gauteng, South Africa, Johannesburg, Gauteng (private coaching base)
Contact Phones : +27 73 120 7206,.
Michael Cuthbert is a top chess coach in South Africa offering private and online lessons for all levels. Michael Cuthbert is a South African National Chess Instructor and private coach based in Johannesburg. With over 25 years of coaching experience, he offers individual and group training for beginners to advanced players. Michael specializes in preparing students for national tournaments and provides online coaching nationally and internationally. (Category:Coaches & Academies)
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Gauteng, South Africa, 54 Harry Galaun Drive, Midrand, Johannesburg 1686
Contact Phones : +27 675 891 620,+27 67 067 9270
Mini Masters Chess Academy teaches chess to preschoolers and junior learners with a focus on fun and development. Mini Masters Chess Academy is a Johannesburg-based institution focused on introducing chess to young children in a fun, engaging manner. Founded in 2016, it provides foundational chess training to learners in preschools and junior primary grades. The academy emphasizes cognitive development, logic, and confidence-building through structured play and curriculum-aligned learning. (Category:Coaches & Academies)
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Gauteng, South Africa, 79 Jubilee Road, Parktown, Johannesburg 2193
Contact Phones : +27 72 370 4930,+27 81 307 7229
Mzansi Chess Academy promotes chess in Gauteng communities through coaching, school programs and tournaments. Mzansi Chess Academy is a Johannesburg-based nonprofit committed to youth development through chess. It provides training in schools and communities, promotes competitive play and emphasizes education, discipline and confidence-building. The academy partners with educational bodies and corporate sponsors to expand its outreach and runs annual youth tournaments and leadership camps. (Category:Coaches & Academies)
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Gauteng, South Africa, 24 Langeberg Street, Vaalpark 1947, Sedibeng District, Gauteng
Contact Phones : +27 83 625 3192,083 625 3192
Sedibeng Chess is Gauteng’s Vaal‑area federation running leagues, tournaments and school chess development. Sedibeng Chess is the regional federation for the Vaal Triangle area of Gauteng. Founded to grow competitive and school chess along the Vaal River, the federation organises annual leagues, ratings‑based tournaments and coaching academies. Operated by volunteers, it affiliates clubs and schools, supplies equipment and maintains a strong pipeline of players who feed into Gauteng and national events. (Category:Federations)
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Gauteng, South Africa, Midstream Ridge Primary School, Midstream Estate, Centurion, Gauteng
Contact Phones : +27 842 624 105,+27 79 577 8803
Strategy64 Chess in Centurion offers school-based, online and private coaching with national tournament support. Strategy64 Chess is a Centurion-based chess academy dedicated to building strategic thinking and self-confidence in young learners. It offers in-school coaching, private lessons, online training, and holiday workshops. The academy integrates modern teaching tools and supports players through local and national tournaments. It is well-known for creating a fun yet disciplined learning environment. (Category:Coaches & Academies)
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Gauteng, South Africa, Greenlyn Village Centre, Menlo Park, Pretoria 0081
Contact Phones : +27 820 717 640,+27 83 454 2002
Thursday Knights is a Pretoria-based chess collective mixing play, music and art at weekly social events. Thursday Knights is a social chess collective and lifestyle brand based in Pretoria. It blends chess culture with food, music, and fashion, hosting casual and competitive sessions every Thursday at venues like Greenlyn Village. Founded to reignite urban chess culture, it attracts enthusiasts, creatives, and professionals, and collaborates with artists, brands, and event organizers to promote the game in a vibrant, unconventional setting. (Category:Club)
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Gauteng, South Africa, Wanderers Club, 21 North Street, Illovo, Johannesburg 2196
Contact Phones : +27 11 788 5010,.
Wanderers Chess Club in Illovo, Johannesburg, is a premier venue for competitive chess tournaments and coaching. Wanderers Chess Club is one of South Africa’s oldest and most competitive chess institutions, located at the prestigious Wanderers Club in Johannesburg. Founded in 1977, it has developed numerous national players and maintains a strong presence in the Gauteng chess league. The club offers rated tournaments, casual play, coaching sessions, and is affiliated with Johannesburg Metro Chess. Its culture emphasizes excellence, discipline, and lifelong learning. (Category:Club)
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