The Best Chess Tutors in Arizona

Tolleson, AZ

Professional Tournament Experienced Chess Player

I traveled with friends and classmates, going to really cool tournaments and learning what it means to WIN! I can teach Chess on many different levels and for different skilled players. I still play Chess and I still study... See Amber's full profile

Scottsdale, AZ

Personal instruction to improve your chess

I want to share what I've learned with players who want to raise their level of play, whether online, with friends, or in clubs, leagues, or serious tournaments. But I've never forgotten that chess is fun. I'm here not to... See Owen's full profile

Mesa, AZ

1900 USCF rated, with 15+ years of experience teaching children

I've been playing chess since I was in kindergarten, over 24 years ago! I've been teaching chess for over 15 years, in both a private setting, and group settings, like clubs and camps for young children. Learning... See Gunner's full profile

Gilbert, AZ

K-8 Chess Coach with Teaching Experience

I am the chess coach at the Academy of Math and Science — Desert Sky in Phoenix, AZ. I train 30+ students each year to compete in chess tournaments throughout the valley. I play regularly in online tournaments and have my own... See Joseph's full profile

Springerville, AZ

Chess player since age 4 with tournament experience

I learned to play chess at the age of 4. At one time, around age 9, I studied extremely diligently and dreamed of becoming a professional. While I did not pursue this, chess has been a wonderful mind-sharpening tool for me over the... See Eric's full profile

Tucson, AZ

20-Year Chess Coach with 15 State Championships (Teams/Indiv)

Classroom and private chess coach for 20+ years. Former US Chess Expert with 2100 Chess.com Rapid Rating. 15 Arizona State Championship teams and individuals in grades Kindergarten thru 6th grade. Chess Teacher for over 1000... See Josh's full profile

Tucson, AZ

"Patient and knowledgeable with 3 masters degrees."

I have played chess for over 45 years. I know the names of the pieces and how they move. I know basic strategy and I have played many levels of competition through the years. See Dave's full profile

Chessaholic on Chess.com

If you are wanting to learn the game of chess, I am your person. I currently play on chess.com and at one point reached a rating of over 1700. I can teach you gambits, traps, tricks, openings, middle, and end games to help your game... See Frank's full profile

Chess Coach with 10+ Years of Experience

Currently employed chess instructor for 3&Up Game Lounge. In 2013 I was vice president of the Michigan State chess club while in 2014 I was the president. See Ezekiel's full profile

Expert Chess Player and 10 Years of Coach Experience

...York State Scholastic Championships. I have extensive experience developing both young and adult chess players, and I have proficiency with modern chess software such as Chess.com, Lichess.org, Chessbase, Fritz, to teach students in-person and online... See Jeremy's full profile

Professional chess player-with Fide rating and a certified chess coach

Accredited With Teaching License in 2018. Professional chess player of 12 years. National rating - 2050. Fide chess rating- 1537. See Suzanna's full profile

USCF National Chess Master with a background in Mathematics

I have been playing chess since 2004, and I am currently a National Master with a rating of 2265. Not only have I tutored chess to a variety of students at different levels, I have also taken chess lessons myself, so I am familiar... See Nicholas's full profile

English Professor and Experienced Chess Player teaching Chess

I'm an English professor, who just happens to play chess as a hobby. I'm not just a chess player trying to teach chess, I'm a teacher who teaches chess. Therefore, I can help you to learn chess... See James's full profile

Chess Expert

I have taught workshops on Chess. I have played chess for 33 years. I have won several tournaments and participated in Chess Club in High School. See Aaron's full profile

Highly Effective Teacher!

Hello Friend, I have been tutoring since 2016 - even before I started helping people on Wyzant. I am a very effective chess tutor/chess coach for anyone from an absolute beginner to an intermediate tournament player. I... See Rama's full profile

Chess Tutoring for Casual and Tournament Players

...ability. After this, studying chess tactics becomes crucial for the player looking to improve quickly. A mastery of chess tactics supplemented with a firm grasp of the endgame is the most effective road to chess success. Once students have a strong... See Austin's full profile

Learn through understanding, not memorizing

I've been playing for over 25 years and log in daily to ICC to watch grandmasters play. I've played in tournaments before and studied numerous openings in chess books and have trained other players. One person improved their... See Neil's full profile

Chess coach that served as captain of UMBC chess team

I currently teach groups of elementary school and middle school students (seven to twelve students total) for 60 minute chess clubs before and after school as part of Silver Knights Enrichment. I previously served as captain of one of... See Nathaniel's full profile

USCF National Master, 7 years of experience teaching chess

I am a USCF chess national master. I have 7 years of teaching chess to students of all ages. Some of my chess students have gained hundreds and close to thousands of ELO points since my goal is to teach not only the game but... See Caleb's full profile

Experienced Academic Tutor and Intermediate-Level Chess Player

I don't have much experience teaching/coaching chess, but I am an experienced academic teacher and tutor in subjects including chemistry, physics, and math. Additionally, I am an intermediate-level chess player. I have... See Sean's full profile

Peter M. Experienced and Effective Chess Tutor

I enjoy teaching kids and adults, pushing them to focus and improve on a consistent basis. My background playing is mostly correspondence chess which leads me to focus on small details and slowing down the pace of the game. I think kids... See Peter's full profile

Striving to give you skills that will last a lifetime!

My name is Michael Takahashi and I am a USCF National Master, professional chess player, and chess coach from Iowa City, Iowa in the United States! I've been teaching chess players from all ages since 2022 and I would... See Michael's full profile

Experienced chess player with 9 years, dedicated to teaching

Some of my notable accomplishments include winning the Silver Medal in the Asian Youth Chess Championship 2010 (U-16 Girls) in Beijing, China, and securing the Gold Medal in the U-17 Girls National Chess Championship 2010 in Jammu,... See AKSHAYA's full profile

2100+ Chess Coach | Kids & Adults | Beginner–Advanced| Tournament Prep

I tutor chess for kids, teens, and adults at the beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. I help students who are new to chess learn the rules and fundamentals, as well as players who want to improve their rating, reduce... See Hyrum's full profile

Correspondence Chess Master, United States Chess Federation

Chris was able to instruct several individual National Chess Champions as well as coach for the Mission San Jose Elementary School chess team, which in 2009, 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2018 took first place at the USCF National Elementary... See Chris's full profile