Rodwell Makoto - Chess Tutor in NYC - Chess Max Academy
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Rodwell Makoto

Rodwell Makoto
Rodwell Makoto
Rate Starting From: $150/hour

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International Master with a proven record as a multiple-time Zimbabwe National Champion and international competitor. Recognized for outstanding performances in African and global tournaments, including Olympiads, All-Africa Games, World Cup, and international opens. Accomplished FIDE Instructor (2010) and mentor, actively involved in promoting and developing chess across Africa.

• FIDE Instructor – Certified in 2010.

 

National Achievements

• Zimbabwe National Champion – 2007, 2011, 2012, 2015.

• Consistently among the top-rated players in Zimbabwe.

• Bronze Medalist – All Africa Games, Rabat, Morocco, 2018.

• 4th Place – African Individual Chess Championship, Maputo, Mozambique, 2011.

• 6 times participant in World Olympiads on top boards for his country.

 

Contributions to Chess Development

• Selected by Kasparov Chess Foundation Africa as a Master-level trainer for the ‘Chess Masters for Africa’ program. Delivered expert training and mentorship in Namibia, Kenya, and other Southern African countries. Actively coaches and mentors upcoming players across Zimbabwe, South Africa and Africa.

 

Skills

• Advanced tournament preparation and strategy.

• Strong coaching background (youth and elite players).

• Proven leadership representing Zimbabwe internationally.

• Promoter of chess as an educational and cultural tool across Africa.

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