Internationally Accredited by FIDE
Accredited by the International Chess Federation (FIDE).
Where mindsgrow stronger
The largest chess academy in the Middle East — an educational hub for chess enthusiasts across Egypt, the Arab world, and Africa.
Branches
Five years. Twelve branches. Four thousand students. The largest chess academy in the Middle East, accredited by FIDE.
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- Branches Across Egypt
- Arab World & Africa
- Online Training
Who we are
The largest chess academy in the Middle East.
Established five years ago, Egypt Chess Academy serves as an educational hub for chess enthusiasts and proudly stands as the largest chess academy in the Middle East.
With 12 branches across Egypt, over 4000 enrolled students, and online training programs serving the Arab world and Africa, the academy organizes chess tournaments in Egypt in accordance with international standards.
Committed to excellence, the academy provides an outstanding educational experience that empowers students to achieve their academic and professional goals while fostering their growth as influential and innovative members of their communities.
Where minds grow stronger.
Est. five years ago · 12 branches across Egypt · Largest chess academy in the Middle East
Vision
Inspiring and developing future chess champions, fostering a global community of strategic thinkers.
Mission
Empowering young minds through strategic thinking, building a community of aspiring grandmasters, and making chess both fun and educational.
The nine values we teach
- 01Positive Motivation
- 02Integrity
- 03Respect
- 04Compassion
- 05Responsibility
- 06Contribution
- 07Consistency
- 08Persistence
- 09Discipline
International credentials
Internationally accredited by FIDE.
The academy is internationally accredited by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) and is recognized as one of only 25 certified academies worldwide, holding Tier 2 status under the FIDE Trainers’ Commission (TRC).
Tier 2
FIDE Trainers’ Commission
Tier 2 status under the FIDE Trainers’ Commission (TRC).
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One of only 25 certified academies worldwide
Recognized by FIDE as one of only 25 certified academies worldwide.
Partners & federations
- FIDEInternational Chess Federation
Egyptian Chess FederationEst. 1894
Ministry of Youth and SportsArab Republic of Egypt
01What we offer
A path up the board, for every level.
From a child's first lesson to supervised, FIDE-rated competition.
Beginner Course
Foundations of the game in a secure, joyful environment: piece coordination, opening principles, and the endgames every player must own.
Advanced Camp
Intensive tournament preparation: calculation, middlegame structures, and supervised classical practice with International Master review.
Tournaments & Competitions
Local and international-standard events organized within Egypt, including hosted national youth championships.
Online Training Programs
Live coaching for students across the Arab world and Africa, with a structured progress ladder and recorded analysis.
02Meet our coaches
Learn from National Team Coaches.
Founded by three International Masters, with every trainer certified as an Egyptian National Team coach.
Sherif Ashraf
IMCo-Founder
Head Coach, Egyptian Junior National Team
Kareem Wageeh
IMCo-Founder
Mohammed Ezzat
IMHead of Coaches
Egyptian National Team coaches
Egypt Chess Academy takes pride in having all its trainers certified as Egyptian National Team coaches, ensuring the highest level of expertise and mentorship.
Sara Abdelyazeed
Operations Manager
Nada Omara
PR Manager
Maryam
Marketing Manager
03Champions
Champions who represent our academy.
Titled players and continental champions trained at the academy.
International MasterAbdelrahman Sameh
The youngest player ever to win a national tournament in history.
- World Champion U12
- Egypt Open Champion at age 10
- African Champion U10
- Arab Youth Champion
International MasterKevin George
Earned the IM title as the youngest player ever in Egypt and Africa to reach this milestone.
- Four-time African Champion
- International Master at 14
International MasterDavid George
International Master at the age of 14.
- Arab Champion U18, Morocco 2025
- African Champion U8, Namibia 2019
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African Championships
Academy youth excel at the African championships, dominating the competition.
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National Gold
Multiple gold medals won at the national championships across age categories.
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Tournament Hosts
Organized numerous local and international tournaments, and hosted national youth championships.
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Chess on Television
Launched a television program dedicated to chess, growing the game's audience.
04Tournaments
Tournaments across Egypt, the Arab world and Africa.
The academy organizes tournaments in Egypt to international standards, and its head coach leads Egypt's national youth team at Arab and African championships.
Egypt
International rapid
Second Gezira International Rapid Chess Tournament
Gezira Sporting Club, Cairo
Organized by the academy
Egypt
National championship
National Junior Chess Championship
Egypt
Hosted by the academy
Egypt
International festival
Shooting International Chess Festival
Shooting Club, Cairo
Organized by the academy
Egypt
Championship
El Gezeira First Ramadan Chess Championship
Gezira Sporting Club, Cairo
Organized by the academy
Arab World2025
Continental championship
Arab Youth Chess Championship
Morocco · 2025
Egypt national youth team, led by the academy's head coach
7 gold, 1 silver and 3 bronze medals
Africa2023
Continental championship
African Youth Chess Championship
Egypt · 2023
Egypt national youth team, led by the academy's head coach
25 medals, including 9 gold, 6 silver and 10 bronze
Africa2022
Continental championship
African Youth Chess Championship
Zambia · 2022
Egypt national youth team, led by the academy's head coach
9 gold, 3 silver and 1 bronze medals
Africa2021
Continental championship
African Youth Chess Championship
Ghana · 2021
Egypt national youth team, led by the academy's head coach
9 gold, 3 silver and 1 bronze medals
05From the floor
Training, tournaments and the people.
Your move
Take your seat at the board.
Learn and level up your chess at ECA. Fun, easy learning for all ages, with expert trainers.Whether it is a child’s first lesson or a run at a national title, there is a track and an International Master waiting.
Submit the form and the academy admin will respond by email within 48 hours with placement, branch, and the first session date.