Chess coach Donny Gray (NM) is based in Douglas, Georgia, and has dedicated his life to chess education. Achieving the title of National Master in 1988, Donny boasts an impressive highest USCF rating of 2250. With over 3,520 bullet games played at a remarkable rating of 2308, and 1,035 blitz games at a rating of 2248, he demonstrates a high level of expertise in various game formats. His extensive experience makes him a valuable asset for students of all skill levels.
As a full-time chess coach, Donny passionately shares his knowledge through innovative training methods. He runs dedicated platforms such as ChessExercise.com for structured learning and ChessThinker.com for practice, ensuring his students have access to comprehensive resources for improvement. Donny conducts lessons in English and offers them at an economical rate of $30, making chess education accessible to many.
Donny is actively engaged in the chess community on platforms such as Chess.com and ChessClub.com, where he shares insights and strategies with fellow enthusiasts. His friendly demeanor, combined with a no-nonsense attitude, creates a unique learning environment that encourages students to thrive.
Donny invites aspiring chess players to join him in unlocking their potential and achieving their chess goals. Book a lesson today on our platform and take the first step towards mastering the game!
Donny Gray
Douglas, GA
Full time chess coach
AngryWeasel on Chess.com
Curmudgeon on ChessClub.com (ICC)
My Teaching page: ChessExercise.com
My practice site: ChessThinker.com
Made National Master (NM) in 1988
Highest USCF rating: 2250
Contact: donny@grayknight.net