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Kasun
- Rate RM143
- Response 6h
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Number of students accompanied by Kasun since their arrival at Superprof
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RM143/h
1st lesson belanja
- Chess
♘ Chess Masterclass by FIDE Candidate Master, Asian & National medal winner, offering beginner to advanced coaching for all ages.
- Chess
Lesson location
Recommended
Kasun is a respected tutor in our community. They are highly recommended for their commitment and the quality of their lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Kasun
Hello! I’m Kasun, a FIDE Candidate Master, Asian & World Medal Winner and former National Player with over 20 years of experience as a competitive player and 10+ years of coaching experience.
I have represented Sri Lanka in numerous World, Asian, and National events, achieving top finishes, including Top 10 at the World School Chess Championship and 2nd Runner-Up at the Asian School Chess Championship.
Why Train with Me?
Chess.com 2616 Rated and FIDE 1903 (Peak) Rated Top Tier Coach
10+ Years of coaching excellence with proven track record
Worked with all age levels – Adaptive coaching for every stage
Goal-oriented plans – Designed for faster improvement
Tailor-made lessons - All levels and ages are welcome
Top Achievements as a Coach:
> Equal 3rd Place, World School Chess Championship 2024, Peru (Under-07 Girls)
> Champion, National Youth Chess Championships 2024 – Super League Events (Under-18 Girls)
> Achieved championship titles as well as podium finishes in the National School Team Chess Championships
> Coached multiple international tournament age-group and rating category winners
> Guided players to achieve National Age Group Merit Awards and many more distinctions
Book your 1st lesson today and start the journey to be a champion!
About the lesson
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
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levels :
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Kids
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Coaching Levels Offered:
> New to Chess – For students who are new to the game of chess.
> Post-Beginner – For students with basic chess knowledge and skills.
> Intermediate – For players with experience, aiming to improve openings, achieve a FIDE rating, or move beyond lower rating barriers.
> Advanced – For rated players (FIDE 1500 - 1900) seeking structured preparation, advanced strategies, and performance improvement.
What You’ll Learn:
Opening Theory
Middlegame Planning
Endgame Strategies
Tactics - A-Z tactics training
Calculation and Imagination Improvement Training
Dynamic and Creative Thinking Training
Daily Puzzles Training and Monthly Puzzle Competition
Game Playing Sessions and Analysis
Tournament Preparation
Psychological Readiness
Time Management
Advance Lessons including Structures, Pattern Recognition & many more
> Tailor-made chess lessons for all ages
> Individual or Group formats, depending on your need.
> Online or in-person training. Based in Ashwood and nearby suburbs.
Each lesson typically lasts 1 hour but can be extended up to 2 hours depending on the student’s goals and pace.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Kasun is a dedicated and knowledgeable chess coach who genuinely cares about his students’ progress. He identifies weaknesses with precision and provides targeted training that delivers results. His focus on practical play makes every lesson meaningful and effective. A fantastic coach for players at any level
I highly recommend Kasun as an exceptional chess coach and mentor.
Kasun is a former Sri Lankan national-level chess player and a FIDE Candidate Master, demonstrating strong competitive experience and deep understanding of the game.
As a player representing SOKIANS Chess Club, he has consistently contributed to high-level team performances in major national competitions.
Beyond his achievements as a player, Kasun is a passionate and dedicated coach at Kriegspiel Chess Academy. He has successfully guided many young players to national and international achievements, helping them develop not only strong chess skills but also discipline, strategic thinking, and confidence.
Kasun’s coaching style is patient, structured, and inspiring. His experience as both a competitive player and a coach enables him to identify each student’s strengths and help them reach their full potential.
I strongly recommend Kasun to anyone looking to improve their chess skills under the guidance of an experienced and committed coach.I got to know Kasun through Superprof when I was looking to improve my chess skills. What I appreciate most about his teaching is how patient and clear he is — he explains ideas in a simple way and adapts the lessons to my level, which makes learning enjoyable and motivating. One experience that really stood out was working through real game positions together, where he helped me understand not just what move to play, but why. I highly recommend Kasun to anyone who wants to learn chess in a supportive and effective way. He's the best.
I have had the privilege of working with Coach Kasun for several years, and his mentorship has been the cornerstone of my chess career. He provides much more than just tactical advice, his detailed guidelines and preparation strategies for National level events were instrumental in my performance.
Under his guidance, I have seen significant growth in my understanding of the game, recently surpassing the 2000 rating milestone. Kasun is a dedicated mentor who knows how to tailor his coaching to high pressure competitive environments. I highly recommend him to any player looking to take their game to the elite level.Kasun has been the ideal mentor for my chess development. He pinpoints weaknesses with great precision and assigns focused exercises that lead to real improvement. His strong focus on practical play makes every lesson highly effective. I would highly recommend him to all chess players.
I just started learning chess and Kasun has been an incredible guide. He started from the very beginning with me and has been extremely patient. He has a way of making complex ideas feel simple and easy to understand. I always look forward to our lessons because he makes learning fun. If you are a complete beginner, I highly recommend him
Coach Kasun is an accomplished chess player and a calm, encouraging mentor. He carefully identifies each student’s strengths and areas for improvement, adapting his lessons to suit individual learning styles. His commitment to student progress is clear in every session, and he has the ability to guide students from anywhere in the world toward achieving their chess goals.
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Rates
Rate
- RM143
Pack rates
- 5h: RM716
- 10h: RM1432
online
- RM143/h
Travel
- + RM10
free lessons
This first lesson is free to allow you to get to know your teacher so that they can best meet your needs.
- 30mins
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