Welcome! 8th Brentwood U18 Rapidplay coming on Sunday 3rd March 2024 - Tournament now at capacity including a full waiting list.

IM Richard Pert

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Hello, my name is International Master Richard Pert and along with local coach Robin Slade we started running junior events from 2016. From 2022 we have decided to branch out into adult inclusive events!

With the support of Essex Junior Chess Association and local schools (particularly Brentwood School and Moulsham School) we have put on a series of events for children of all abilities. Our events usually have a mix of graded games with some coaching thrown in which really benefits the juniors. With the help of generous sponsorship we have seen additional Grandmasters & International Masters at several of our events supporting us in our coaching.

Robin & myself are heavily involved in the strong chess programme at Brentwood School. With over 300 pupils on lichess and a specialist chess scholarship programme, do feel free to get in touch if you think that is something which you would like to learn more about.

Personally, I really pride myself on helping to produce the best possible events, inspired by my two children Nina and Max who always attend. I currently reside in Brentwood in Essex with my wife and 2 children. Please feel free to contact me on richpert@hotmail.com and hopefully we will get the chance to look at some chess together.

All the best,

Richard

Achievements:

  • International Chess Master
  • 2021 British Blitz Chess Champion
  • 6 Times Essex Champion & Essex top ranked player
  • Director of chess at Brentwood School

Family achievements

  • Nina Pert (daughter aged 14) – 3 x British Girls Champion & Britain’s top rated U18 girl.
  • Max Pert (son aged 12) – 2023 U16 London Junior Champion.
  • Nick Pert (brother) – chess Grandmaster & former World U18 Champion.