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IM Adham Kandil

I'm Adham Kandil, A Chess GrandMaster with 4+ years of coaching experience. I specialize in opening prep, endgames, and dynamic play.

Location Egypt
LanguagesEnglish (US), العربية
RatingFIDE: 232026282541
AvailabilityAccepting students
Active

About me

Hello! I’m Adham Kandil, born in 2001, a titled International Master (IM) from Egypt with over a decade of competitive experience and a deep passion for teaching chess.

Playing experience

I have won multiple Arab and African Chess Championships and was the champion of the Zone 4.2 African Championship in 2016, where I earned my IM title.

I’ve competed in dozens of national and international tournaments across all time controls, including rapid and blitz. My peak FIDE standard rating is 2362, and I continue to actively compete and coach at a high level.

Teaching experience

with over four years of coaching experience. I work with students of all ages and rating levels, helping them build confidence, improve strategically, and reach their goals.

Other experiences

I also studied CS and pure mathematics, If you need any help with them :)

Best skills

I specialize in opening preparation, crafting personalized repertoires that give players a strong start. I'm also skilled at teaching endgames and dynamic play—two areas crucial for converting advantages and handling complex positions.

Teaching methodology

As a coach, I focus on helping students:
Understand and apply strong opening principles
Improve positional understanding and tactical awareness
Analyze their own games to correct mistakes and improve decision-making
Build a customized training plan based on their goals and level

I work with players of all levels — from beginners to advanced — and tailor each session to the student’s unique needs. Whether you want to win your first tournament or earn your next title, I’m here to help guide your journey.