CM Moakofi Notha
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| Languages | English (US), Español |
| Rating | 21512083 |
| Hourly rate | $25 |
| Availability | Accepting students |
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About me
Moakofi Notha brings a wealth of competitive experience and a resilient, strategic approach to chess coaching. His achievements and exposure to high-level play make him an inspiring mentor for students aiming to elevate their game.
Playing experience
Botswana National Chess Champion (2022)
Silver Medalist, All Africa Games (2011)
Represented Botswana in the (Turin 2006, Tromso 2014, Baku 2016, Batumi 2018 and Budapest 2024 Chess Olympiads
FIDE Ratings: Standard 2013 (inactive), Rapid 2096, Blitz 2041
Experienced competitor in regional and international tournaments, with games against top players like Grandmaster Nigel Short
Silver Medalist, All Africa Games (2011)
Represented Botswana in the (Turin 2006, Tromso 2014, Baku 2016, Batumi 2018 and Budapest 2024 Chess Olympiads
FIDE Ratings: Standard 2013 (inactive), Rapid 2096, Blitz 2041
Experienced competitor in regional and international tournaments, with games against top players like Grandmaster Nigel Short
Teaching experience
Over 20 years mentoring junior and club players, helping them build strong tactical and positional skills.
Conducted group training sessions for youth players at local clubs and federation events.
Active contributor to Botswana Chess Federation’s development programs.
Prepared players for local and regional tournaments through structured training plans and game analysis.
Led online study groups covering key areas like opening theory, middlegame strategies, and endgame fundamentals.
Bring firsthand competitive insights from playing elite opponents to help students handle tournament pressure and strategy.
Conducted group training sessions for youth players at local clubs and federation events.
Active contributor to Botswana Chess Federation’s development programs.
Prepared players for local and regional tournaments through structured training plans and game analysis.
Led online study groups covering key areas like opening theory, middlegame strategies, and endgame fundamentals.
Bring firsthand competitive insights from playing elite opponents to help students handle tournament pressure and strategy.
Other experiences
Outside of chess, I have developed strong analytical, financial, and organizational skills through my professional background in finance and business management.
I have experience working within structured, high-responsibility environments, where attention to detail, critical thinking, and deadline-driven execution are essential — the same qualities I bring into my chess coaching.
I have experience working within structured, high-responsibility environments, where attention to detail, critical thinking, and deadline-driven execution are essential — the same qualities I bring into my chess coaching.
Best skills
Drawing from his own journey, Coach Notha emphasizes perseverance: “Chess is a battle of ideas and willpower. Every loss is a lesson, and every game is a chance to grow. Trust your training, stay focused, and you’ll surprise yourself.”
Teaching methodology
My focus is to build strong foundations in chess while encouraging creativity and adaptability.
Key areas of training include:
Tactical Awareness: Recognizing patterns and sharpening calculation skills to spot opportunities.
Positional Understanding: Mastering pawn structures, piece activity, and king safety.
Resilience: Learning from setbacks and staying mentally strong, just as I had to during my own career.
Endgame Mastery: Prioritizing practical endgames to consistently convert advantages or save tough positions.
Chess is a lifetime journey — my goal is to make sure you enjoy every step forward.
Key areas of training include:
Tactical Awareness: Recognizing patterns and sharpening calculation skills to spot opportunities.
Positional Understanding: Mastering pawn structures, piece activity, and king safety.
Resilience: Learning from setbacks and staying mentally strong, just as I had to during my own career.
Endgame Mastery: Prioritizing practical endgames to consistently convert advantages or save tough positions.
Chess is a lifetime journey — my goal is to make sure you enjoy every step forward.