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R M PRABHASHWARA BANDARA KARUNARATHNE

AVONDALE,AUCKLAND

Summary

Skillful Chess Trainer with background in teaching chess strategies to individuals of all ages and skill levels. Strengths include the ability to cultivate critical thinking skills, foster strategic planning, and instill discipline among learners. Have successfully enhanced player performance while fostering a love for the game and adherence to sportsmanship principles. Exceptional interpersonal skills coupled with deep knowledge of chess theory and practice.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Championship-Level Chess Coach

Freelance
Sri Lanka, Colombo
06.2015 - Current
  • Mitigated learning gaps and effectively delivered curriculum to students.
  • Motivated students by praising successes both small and large.
  • Provided individual and group coaching to students of varying skill levels, from beginners to intermediate players
  • Designed personalized lesson plans focusing on tactics, openings, endgames, and strategic thinking
  • Helped students improve their performance in local tournaments and online platforms (e.g., Chess.com, Lichess)
  • Promoted critical thinking and decision-making through structured game analysis and feedback
  • Conducted weekly practice matches, puzzle-solving sessions, and rating assessments

Skills

  • Chess Instruction (Beginner to Advanced)
  • Strategic Game Analysis
  • Online Coaching
  • Student Mentorship & Progress Tracking
  • Communication & Motivation

Visa Category

A partnership-based visa without any restriction. Expires on  28th February 2026.

Accomplishments

  • All Island Inter School Chess Championship – 2008
  • Badulla District Chess Championship – 2009
  • All Island Inter School Chess Championship (2nd Place) – 2010
  • Indo–Sri Lanka Invitation Chess Championship – 2011
  • Badulla District Individual Championship – 2011
  • St. Thomas’ College Indoor Games Tournament Champion – 2011 & 2012
  • Sri Lanka Chess Championship – 2011
  • Sri Lanka Schools Chess Association Championship – 2012

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Championship-Level Chess Coach

Freelance
06.2015 - Current

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