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MEET YOUR COACHES

Coach Genesis & Coach Michael are well-known in their field of expertise in Chess, both of them are University Athletes and International Players who mentored 100+ Students; currently, both of them are the official chess coaches of Bamban Chess Academia, raising top-tier chess players in the Philippines.

Genesis Gifford D. Labrador

  • Founder of Bamban Chess Academia

  • Arena FIDE Master (AFM)

  • Certified Author under National Book Development Board (NBDB Philippines)

  • Regional SCUAA '24 Bronze Medalist (Team)

  • Former Head Coach of Dominican College of Tarlac APSTAP Team (2023)

  • Mentored 1 Arena International Master (AIM) student with a rating from 1984 boosting it to 2350

  • Mentored 1 Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association (CLRAA) 2025 Qualifier

  • MVPSF 2021 Palarong Pambansa Player

  • Author of the book entitled: "Clarity in Complexity: Simplifying Your Chess Thinking Process"

  • Highest Lichess Rating: 2361

  • Chess.com: 2223

  • FIDE: 1851

Michael Arvie R. Marquez

  • Co-Founder of Bamban Chess Academia

  • Arena FIDE Master (AFM)

  • Licensed Regional Arbiter under National Chess Federation of the Philippines (NCFP)

  • Regional Arbiter at Chess Geek Hub

  • National SCUAA '24 Bronze Medalist (Team)

  • Mentored 30+ Students at Bamban Chess Academia

  • CLRAA Qualifier

  • Highest Lichess Rating: 2275

  • Chess.com: 2264

  • FIDE: 1744

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY ABOUT US?

Lyle Kelly Pabalan

CLRAA 2025 Qualifier

1-on-1 Mentorship Program Student

Thomas Karl Quilang

Batch 1 | Webinar

Zeus Moreno

Batch 1 | Webinar

Jett Norian Bermas Colarina

Batch 1 | Webinar

Richard Micoleta

Batch 2 | Webinar

Batch 1 | Day 05

Hosted By: Coach RA/AFM Michael Arvie Marquez

Batch 1 | Day 01

Hosted By: Coach RA/AFM Michael Arvie Marquez

Batch 2 | Day 03

Hosted By: Coach AFM Genesis Gifford Labrador

  • Learner-Centered Mentorship:

    Whether nasa school program ka, naka-1-on-1 mentorship, o sumasali sa webinar, ang approach namin ay nakatuon sa’yo mismo.
    Pinag-aaralan namin ang level mo, pangarap mo, at learning style mo para
    guided ang growth mo every step of the way.

  • Trusted by Schools, Parents, and Chess Communities:

    Nakapag-partner na kami with several schools, chess clubs, at private learners.
    Lagi kaming nire-recommend dahil sa
    balance ng discipline at fun, at sa solid na progress ng mga students, both sa academics at sa competitions.

  • Tailored for Any Learning Styles:

    Alam namin na hindi lahat pare-pareho mag-aral.
    That’s why we adjust based sa:

    • Current rating at chess goals mo.

    • Schedule mo (lalo na kung may pasok or schoolwork).

    • Strengths and weaknesses mo sa laro.

    Kahit group mentorship o 1-on-1 setup, siguradong may personalized guidance ka.

  • Proven Coaches. Proven Program:

    Kasama sa team namin sina AFM Genesis Gifford Labrador at RA/AFM Michael Arvie Marquez, parehong may malawak na experience sa pagtuturo at pagco-coach ng chess sa iba't ibang level.

    Hindi lang sila instructors, sila ay mentors na nagmamalasakit sa learning journey mo.

  • Structured. Scalable. Strategic:

    Ang bawat program ay may system:

    • Tactics Training

    • Opening Repertoire

    • Endgame Fundamentals

    • Tournament Preparation

    • Mental Toughness and Focus

    Lahat ito, tinuturo step-by-step, mula beginner hanggang competitive level.

  • Real Result. Real Growth:

    Marami sa students namin ang:

    • Umangat ng 200–400 rating points.

    • Nanalo sa school division, regional, at national chess events.

    • Naka-develop ng confidence at discipline sa school at buhay.

    🎯 Hindi lang chess ang tinuturo namin, kundi mindset at success habits din.

STILL NOT SURE?

Frequently Asked Questions

We understand that you are cautious, so feel free to check our Frequently Asked Questions

Para lang ba ito sa mga bata?

Hindi po. Ang program namin ay para sa lahat; bata man o teenager, beginner man o intermediate. As long as marunong ka na sa basic moves, puwede ka nang sumali.

Pwede ba ito sa school-based program o classroom setup?

Oo! Meron kaming structured modules na pwedeng i-integrate sa academic programs. Ideal ito para sa MAPEH, extra-curricular activities, o varsity development.

Safe at appropriate ba ang training para sa mga bata?

100%. Lahat ng coaches ay professional, may experience sa pagtuturo sa kabataan, at ginagamit ang edukasyonal na approach; safe, respectful, at age-appropriate.

Paano isinasagawa ang mentorship? Online ba ito o face-to-face?

Pwedeng online, face-to-face, o hybrid; depende sa arrangement with the school or student. Flexible kami para ma-accommodate ang learning needs ng bawat isa.

Kailangan ba ng prior experience sa chess?

Hindi naman kailangan ng mataas na rating. Basta marunong ka na sa basic rules at moves, tutulungan ka naming mag-improve from opening hanggang endgame.

Gaano katagal ang program o mentorship?

Depende sa format:

Webinars: Usually 1–2 hours per session

School mentorships: Weekly or Monthly programs (customized)

1-on-1 coaching: Flexible schedule, usually 2 hours per session

May short-term at long-term options kami.

Magkano po ang bayad sa mentorship o training?

Kindly Click the Button po na nakikita niyo po d'yan below para makita niyo po ang aming mga rates.

May kasama bang materials or worksheets?

Yes! Lahat ng students may access to:

Chess workbooks (PDF)

Lesson summaries

Puzzle packs

Performance trackers

And bonus guides, depende sa package.

May certificate po ba?

Yes! All completers will receive a Certificate of Completion (digital or printed), which can be used for academic, co-curricular, or personal records.

Paano kami mag-eenroll o mag-invite sa school namin?

Just send us a message through:

📧 Email: [email protected]

📱 FB Page: Bamban Chess Academia
We'll assist you with the full enrollment or partnership process.

Contact Us

(+63) 938-877-6564/(+63) 976-629-7884