CM Reegan Palmer

My name is Reegan Palmer Age 19 I live in the beautiful country of South Africa. I have been playing chess my whole life from when I was 6 years old I fell in love the with the intricacies of the game. I’m passionate about helping players genuinely improve their chess. My coaching focuses on practical understanding, not memorization ,we work on tactics, strategy, and decision-making through real game analysis and structured lessons. I adapt each session to the student’s level and goals, whether you’re a beginner building fundamentals or a competitive player aiming to climb the ratings. My goal is to make chess clearer, more enjoyable, and to help you see real progress in your results.

Chess Experience:
13 years of playing chess at a competitive level
Represented South Africa in Greece and Namibia
Achieved the title of Candidate Master
Actively participated in various local and national chess tournaments
Demonstrated proficiency in both classical and rapid chess formats
Crossed the 2000 fide Elo mark
Top 3 in u18 in South Africa

Engaged in coaching chess for 6 months
Provided personalized instruction and guidance to chess enthusiasts of varying skill levels
Developed effective training methods to enhance students' understanding of chess principles and tactics
Fostered a supportive and encouraging learning environment for aspiring chess players
Contributed to the growth and development of chess knowledge and skills among students

Competitive tournament experience in classical, rapid, and blitz chess. Regular online play and analysis on major platforms, with a strong focus on training efficiency and modern improvement methods. Experience analysing games and explaining ideas in a clear, student friendly way.

I’m strong in tactics, strategy, and understanding real game positions. I’m good at spotting common mistakes and explaining how to fix them in a simple way. As a coach, I’m patient, clear, and focused on helping students actually use what they learn in their own games.

I base lessons around the student’s goals and current level. We usually start by looking at your games to see what’s going wrong and what you’re doing well. Then we work on the most important areas step by step. I keep lessons interactive and practical, and I always give clear ideas on what to practice between sessions so you keep improving.