Meet Coach Drake

Coach Drake is a highly experienced chess educator who has coached close to 200 students in just 1.5 years, across a wide range of ages, abilities, and learning styles.

He coaches extensively within leading international schools, including Perse School, Invictus, Dulwich College, and Canadian International School, and is trusted by families for his professionalism, consistency, and results. In addition to group settings, Coach Drake also works one-to-one with ultra-high-net-worth families, where discretion, adaptability, and personalised progress are essential.

Beyond chess, Coach Drake is also a drama coach in government schools, bringing performance-based teaching techniques into his lessons. By using story, role-play, and expressive learning, he makes chess concepts clear, engaging, and accessible — especially for students who learn best through creativity and interaction.

This unique blend of structured chess training and dramatic storytelling allows Coach Drake to connect deeply with his students, helping them build confidence, understanding, and a genuine love for the game.