I am privileged to have been coached by Les both as a student of Toowoomba Grammar and later as an adult. Les uses a mix of established chess theory with modern theory to achieve a well-balanced approach that has and still is competitive in the wider Australian chess community. Under the tutelage of Les I have played representative chess in New Zealand in 2006 and placed 11th in the 2014 Queensland Championships. Importantly, Les instils a mentality of hard work, respect and dedication to the game and opponents. It is for this reason that Les remains such a high-quality coach.

As an adult who started playing chess a few years ago, I sought coaching to improve my game. I was fortunate to find Les, who has been an exceptional coach throughout my chess journey. This was my first experience receiving chess coaching, and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment.

Les's structured approach to lessons, covering different aspects of chess, including tactics, strategy/planning, openings and endgame theory, was incredibly effective. He has a unique ability to break down complex concepts and make them easily understandable. One of the standout aspects of Les's coaching was his attention to my weaker areas particularly planning and strategy, helping me build a solid foundation and develop a deeper understanding of the game. Les's passion for coaching was evident in every lesson, and learning from someone who genuinely enjoys what they do has inspired me to continue learning. Each lesson with Les was tailored to my needs, making the experience enjoyable and immensely useful.

Since getting coaching with Les, I have significantly improved my chess game. My rating has increased, and my results in over-the-board chess have markedly improved. Unfortunately, due to moving away, I had to discontinue my coaching sessions. However, the skills and knowledge I gained from Les have left a lasting impact on my chess knowledge, shaping me into a better player.

I highly recommend Les to anyone looking to improve their chess skills. His expertise, patience, and enthusiasm make him an outstanding coach. I am truly grateful to Les for his invaluable guidance and support, which have significantly enhanced my chess skills. Thank you, Les.

I am privileged to have been coached by Les both as a student of Toowoomba Grammar and later as an adult. Les uses a mix of established chess theory with modern theory to achieve a well-balanced approach that has and still is competitive in the wider Australian chess community. Under the tutelage of Les I have played representative chess in New Zealand in 2006 and placed 11th in the 2014 Queensland Championships. Importantly, Les instils a mentality of hard work, respect and dedication to the game and opponents. It is for this reason that Les remains such a high-quality coach.

As an adult who started playing chess a few years ago, I sought coaching to improve my game. I was fortunate to find Les, who has been an exceptional coach throughout my chess journey. This was my first experience receiving chess coaching, and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment.

Les's structured approach to lessons, covering different aspects of chess, including tactics, strategy/planning, openings and endgame theory, was incredibly effective. He has a unique ability to break down complex concepts and make them easily understandable. One of the standout aspects of Les's coaching was his attention to my weaker areas particularly planning and strategy, helping me build a solid foundation and develop a deeper understanding of the game. Les's passion for coaching was evident in every lesson, and learning from someone who genuinely enjoys what they do has inspired me to continue learning. Each lesson with Les was tailored to my needs, making the experience enjoyable and immensely useful.

Since getting coaching with Les, I have significantly improved my chess game. My rating has increased, and my results in over-the-board chess have markedly improved. Unfortunately, due to moving away, I had to discontinue my coaching sessions. However, the skills and knowledge I gained from Les have left a lasting impact on my chess knowledge, shaping me into a better player.

I highly recommend Les to anyone looking to improve their chess skills. His expertise, patience, and enthusiasm make him an outstanding coach. I am truly grateful to Les for his invaluable guidance and support, which have significantly enhanced my chess skills. Thank you, Les.