Hana Itkis

Hana Itkis is a New York based chess Instructor and Woman FIDE Master, who has been teaching after school programs, summer camps and private lessons for the last 13 years.

Hana has a background as a competitive chess player, she broke Bobby Fisher’s Record when she qualified for the U.S Championships at 12 years old, she has represented the USA in the World Youth Championships and won the Pan- American games receiving her WFM title.  She has trained and studied under some of the best coaches in the world.

Today, Hana focuses her energy and time designing her after school programs to facilitate the needs of her students whether they are rising chess masters, or just beginners sitting down at the board for the very first time. Chess was a defining part of her childhood, and the skills imparted on her have shaped the person that she is today. She wants to be able to do the same for her students, to help them develop patience, study skills and a growth mindset by creating a supportive and encouraging environment.