ISCF Announces Two Master Classes for Participants of the FIDE World U9–U17 Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025
The International School Chess Federation (ISCF) is pleased to announce two master classes organized as our own educational initiative to support young participants of the FIDE World U9–U17 Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025. These events aim to enrich the championship experience by offering players, coaches, and parents deep, practical insights into modern chess training and long-term player development. Each session will be held from 15:30 to 17:00.
Master Class with GM Rustam Kasimdzhanov — Online Format
On 17 December, GM Rustam Kasimdzhanov, FIDE World Champion 2004 and one of the most accomplished trainers of the modern era, will conduct his session online. Although the lecture will be delivered remotely, participants are required to attend the master class in person at the event location, where the session will be streamed and accompanied by coordinated on-site activities.
Kasimdzhanov has served as second to Viswanathan Anand in three World Championship matches, worked with Fabiano Caruana during multiple Candidates cycles and the 2018 World Championship match, coached national teams including Germany (European Team Champion 2011), and in 2025 was appointed head coach of the Uzbekistan men’s national team.
His experience working with elite players provides young talents with a unique opportunity to learn proven methods for achieving consistent improvement.
👉 Register for GM Rustam Kasimdzhanov’s master class: click here
Master Class with FM/FT Alper Efe Ataman — In PersonOn 18 December, FM/FT Alper Efe Ataman, Board Member of the Turkish Chess Federation, founder of Analiz Satranç publishing house, and author of Instructive Chess Miniatures, will lead an in-person master class at the Aska Lara Hotel in Antalya, Türkiye.
Ataman will present a clear and structured approach to developing young players, focusing on setting priorities, building consistency, and ensuring sustainable progress.
👉 Register for FM/FT Alper Efe Ataman’s master class: click here
We welcome all players, coaches, and parents to take part in these special sessions. At ISCF, we are always happy to contribute to the growth and development of young chess talents around the world, supporting their progress both on and off the board.
For more updates, follow us on social media @ischoolchess or visit our official website.
The initiative is implemented with the support of the official sponsor, Freedom Holding Corp.
The International School Chess Federation (ISCF) is pleased to announce two master classes organized as our own educational initiative to support young participants of the FIDE World U9–U17 Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025. These events aim to enrich the championship experience by offering players, coaches, and parents deep, practical insights into modern chess training and long-term player development. Each session will be held from 15:30 to 17:00.
Master Class with GM Rustam Kasimdzhanov — Online Format
On 17 December, GM Rustam Kasimdzhanov, FIDE World Champion 2004 and one of the most accomplished trainers of the modern era, will conduct his session online. Although the lecture will be delivered remotely, participants are required to attend the master class in person at the event location, where the session will be streamed and accompanied by coordinated on-site activities.
Kasimdzhanov has served as second to Viswanathan Anand in three World Championship matches, worked with Fabiano Caruana during multiple Candidates cycles and the 2018 World Championship match, coached national teams including Germany (European Team Champion 2011), and in 2025 was appointed head coach of the Uzbekistan men’s national team.
His experience working with elite players provides young talents with a unique opportunity to learn proven methods for achieving consistent improvement.
👉 Register for GM Rustam Kasimdzhanov’s master class: click here
Master Class with FM/FT Alper Efe Ataman — In PersonOn 18 December, FM/FT Alper Efe Ataman, Board Member of the Turkish Chess Federation, founder of Analiz Satranç publishing house, and author of Instructive Chess Miniatures, will lead an in-person master class at the Aska Lara Hotel in Antalya, Türkiye.
Ataman will present a clear and structured approach to developing young players, focusing on setting priorities, building consistency, and ensuring sustainable progress.
👉 Register for FM/FT Alper Efe Ataman’s master class: click here
We welcome all players, coaches, and parents to take part in these special sessions. At ISCF, we are always happy to contribute to the growth and development of young chess talents around the world, supporting their progress both on and off the board.
For more updates, follow us on social media @ischoolchess or visit our official website.
The initiative is implemented with the support of the official sponsor, Freedom Holding Corp.
