FIDE Master and the second-highest-rated player in Nicaragua in classical chess.
I have had the honor of representing my country in various international competitions for over 20 years, including four World Chess Olympiads: Budapest 2024, Baku 2016, Tromsø 2014, and Istanbul 2012.
I recently won two team medals (gold and bronze) at the XII Central American Games in Guatemala 2025.
NM Marcos Antonio Ortiz Caldera
To learn chess is to learn self-improvement, one move at a time.
| Location | Managua Nicaragua |
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| Languages | English (US), Español |
| Rating | FIDE: 22262602248725562057 |
| Hourly rate | $17 per hour via PayPal. The student pays the fee ($18.29 total including the fee). Ask about package discounts. |
| Availability | Accepting students |
| Active |
About me
Playing experience
• Achieved Absolute National Champion titles in 2022 and 2013.
• Secured Absolute National Runner-up Champion in 2025, 2024, 2016, and 2012.
• Long-standing member of the Absolute National Team for 15 years.
• Secured Absolute National Runner-up Champion in 2025, 2024, 2016, and 2012.
• Long-standing member of the Absolute National Team for 15 years.
Teaching experience
• Experience as a teacher of students from 6 years old to older adults.
Other experiences
Academy Manager for Remote Chess Academy
• Developed and structured comprehensive chess courses, contributing to the company's educational offerings.
• Played a key role in student acquisition and retention by producing high-quality educational materials and supporting services.
• Developed and structured comprehensive chess courses, contributing to the company's educational offerings.
• Played a key role in student acquisition and retention by producing high-quality educational materials and supporting services.
Best skills
• Creating an opening repertoire.
• Use of specialized chess training programs.
• Use of specialized chess training programs.
Teaching methodology
• Conducted comprehensive diagnostic assessments to understand individual student needs and identify areas for improvement in their chess skills.
• Utilized Chessbase software effectively to facilitate engaging and interactive online coaching sessions.
• Designed personalized opening repertoires tailored to each student's playing style and competitive goals.
• Developed and provided study materials and exercises to reinforce strategic concepts and enhance problem-solving abilities.
• Offered ongoing support and strategic advice for students preparing for national and international chess tournaments.
• Utilized Chessbase software effectively to facilitate engaging and interactive online coaching sessions.
• Designed personalized opening repertoires tailored to each student's playing style and competitive goals.
• Developed and provided study materials and exercises to reinforce strategic concepts and enhance problem-solving abilities.
• Offered ongoing support and strategic advice for students preparing for national and international chess tournaments.