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I have been playing chess since I was eight years old. I joined the Curie High School chess team in 1978 and quickly rose to be the Captain and first board of the team. I also served as the President of the Chess Club. After graduation, I went to Robert Morris College which afforded me the time to... See Joshua's full profile
I have been playing chess since I was eight years old. I joined the Curie High School chess team in 1978 and quickly rose to be the Captain and first board of the team. I also served as the President of the Chess Club. After graduation, I went to Robert Morris College which afforded me the time to...See Joshua's full profile
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
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
My son thoroughly looks forward to his lessons with James and has improved in a short space of time. James is a patient and thorough teacher and makes communication very easy.... read the full review - Dimple, 8 lessons with James
have been A competitive chess player for 14 years and have been teaching chess for ten years. I have a peak USCF Rating of over 2006 which is considered an EXPERT level chess player. I also have a peak Blitz rating of 2024 on... See Jonathan's full profile
have been A competitive chess player for 14 years and have been teaching chess for ten years. I have a peak USCF Rating of over 2006 which is considered an EXPERT level chess player. I also have a peak Blitz rating of 2024 on...See Jonathan's full profile
Jonathan has been a great tutor for me, and I've gained a few hundred points since working with him! (1150 to 1450). He does a great job meeting people where they are - he can give general tips, can analyze your games, can show yo... read the full review - Nathan, 6 lessons with Jonathan
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
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
Frank was very patient with my son and was able to help him understand his reading and complete his writing assignment. It was nice to see a smile on my son's face at the end of the session. He felt much more confident about going... read the full review - Stephanie, 10 lessons with Frank
I am a USCF tournament chess player, with OTB rating of 1550, chess.com blitz rating of 2030, lichess blitz rating of 2140. Haven't played in tournaments for a while so my otb rating is much lower than it should be, but chess.com is a... See Theodore's full profile
I am a USCF tournament chess player, with OTB rating of 1550, chess.com blitz rating of 2030, lichess blitz rating of 2140. Haven't played in tournaments for a while so my otb rating is much lower than it should be, but chess.com is a...See Theodore's full profile
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
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
My Fide rating is 2105 and I'm working to break the 2200 barrier; My Lichess rating is 2500+; I am an active chess player with over 15 years of playing experience. I start by carefully analyzing my student's games, after that, I... See Nizar's full profile
My Fide rating is 2105 and I'm working to break the 2200 barrier; My Lichess rating is 2500+; I am an active chess player with over 15 years of playing experience. I start by carefully analyzing my student's games, after that, I...See Nizar's full profile
Nizar is very kind, knowledgeable and patient chess tutor. The lesson was both enjoyable and informative. I recommend him to others looking to improve their chess.... read the full review - Reid, 3 lessons with Nizar
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
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
...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
...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
I am actively licensed chess instructor a title awarded to me by FIDE in 2014 , world chess federation. I was National Youth chess coach for Zimbabwe. I have a Chess rating and another international title of... See Farirai's full profile
I am actively licensed chess instructor a title awarded to me by FIDE in 2014 , world chess federation. I was National Youth chess coach for Zimbabwe. I have a Chess rating and another international title of...See Farirai's full profile
Coach Farirai is always very patient and positive when teaching my 8 year old son who is sometimes unfocused and always has a lot of energy. He always has a clear lesson plan for class and gives a very detailed report of what wen... read the full review - Kim, 16 lessons with Farirai
I am currently rated 2200 on chess.com (99.9 percentile) and 1868 in the United States Chess Federation. I have competed in over 150 in-person chess tournaments. I have taught at the NYCHESS Kids chess camp, coached my high... See Benji's full profile
I am currently rated 2200 on chess.com (99.9 percentile) and 1868 in the United States Chess Federation. I have competed in over 150 in-person chess tournaments. I have taught at the NYCHESS Kids chess camp, coached my high...See Benji's full profile
A fabulous lesson - far surpassed my expectations. Benji is a star teacher; he was able to make concepts that were previously quite challenging to me- way more accessible. The lesson left me feeling motivated and excited re my che... read the full review - Mary
I am a National Chess Master with a rating of 2272. I have played over 500 rated tournament games and can play blindfold chess. I've tutored many people to become better players and can do the same for you! See Alisher's full profile
I am a National Chess Master with a rating of 2272. I have played over 500 rated tournament games and can play blindfold chess. I've tutored many people to become better players and can do the same for you!See Alisher's full profile
I have participated in professional chess competitions such as Acropolis International Chess Tournament, French Chess Championship and European Parliamentary Friendship Online Chess Tournament! I play chess for... See John's full profile
I have participated in professional chess competitions such as Acropolis International Chess Tournament, French Chess Championship and European Parliamentary Friendship Online Chess Tournament! I play chess for...See John's full profile
John is extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. Our first lesson we talked about my goals and worked through crucial exercises. I would recommend John to a friend. ... read the full review - Spencer, 3 lessons with John
In prior years, I used to be a ranked chess player and played in a number of USCF-rated scholastic tournaments in the Illinois area. In those tournaments, I faced players of varying skill levels. I have also tutored young chess... See Vis's full profile
In prior years, I used to be a ranked chess player and played in a number of USCF-rated scholastic tournaments in the Illinois area. In those tournaments, I faced players of varying skill levels. I have also tutored young chess...See Vis's full profile
Vis was so kind and knowledgeable! I appreciated how he showed multiple examples and broke down concepts with casual terminology to help me understand questions. He was patient and had positive energy which made learning this comp... read the full review - Layla, 4 lessons with Vis
I started playing Chess less than 2 years ago. In that time I went from 900-2100 with a peak of 2200. I've been through it all and I know what it takes to take your Chess to the next level. See Alec's full profile
I started playing Chess less than 2 years ago. In that time I went from 900-2100 with a peak of 2200. I've been through it all and I know what it takes to take your Chess to the next level.See Alec's full profile
My rating has gone up 200 points in just a couple months after working with Alec. He's super smart and knows how to guide you in chess so that you improve quickly. Tactics, tactics, tactics! Translation: puzzles--at least for ... read the full review - Ann, 12 lessons with Alec
Currently, I am rated in the United States Chess Federation with a ELO rating of 2050, placing me in the top 3% of all USA chess players. I have played chess professionally for over 10 years, winning Ohio state championships... See Kent's full profile
Currently, I am rated in the United States Chess Federation with a ELO rating of 2050, placing me in the top 3% of all USA chess players. I have played chess professionally for over 10 years, winning Ohio state championships...See Kent's full profile
Great teacher! So far, we have had great learning lessons, and he is very patient and explains in good detail. He has lots of expertise in many fields of chess knowledge, and my understanding of many different concepts, like tradi... read the full review - Yiru, 71 lessons with Kent
I am ranked as a chess expert by the United States Chess Federation. I have played in many USCF sanctioned chess tournaments. I teach at chess camps in the summer and have also run chess clubs and have directed... See Michael's full profile
I am ranked as a chess expert by the United States Chess Federation. I have played in many USCF sanctioned chess tournaments. I teach at chess camps in the summer and have also run chess clubs and have directed...See Michael's full profile
My daughter Samantha gave Michael a "thumbs up" and a smile... and she's not easy to please. The initial lesson went very well and Michael is a patient, learned, well-informed teacher! We are very pleased!!... read the full review - Denise, 13 lessons with Michael
I have played the game of chess for over 20 years. The last 5 years I have been working with beginners to learn the game and advanced players to improve their game. I am a member of the U.S Chess Federation, and a member of the... See Walt's full profile
I have played the game of chess for over 20 years. The last 5 years I have been working with beginners to learn the game and advanced players to improve their game. I am a member of the U.S Chess Federation, and a member of the...See Walt's full profile
I have been playing chess for 25+ years and attained the title of National Master. My peak rating (2250) put me in the 99th percentile of all players in the United States. I am active on chess.com and my peak blitz rating there (2416) put... See Justin's full profile
I have been playing chess for 25+ years and attained the title of National Master. My peak rating (2250) put me in the 99th percentile of all players in the United States. I am active on chess.com and my peak blitz rating there (2416) put...See Justin's full profile
I have a peak chess rating of 1934, which puts me at a Class A rating, just beneath expert. I have won multiple chess tournaments in Southern California and Las Vegas. I have hundreds of chess books to create lessons and have... See David's full profile
I have a peak chess rating of 1934, which puts me at a Class A rating, just beneath expert. I have won multiple chess tournaments in Southern California and Las Vegas. I have hundreds of chess books to create lessons and have...See David's full profile
I had a session before my final chemistry exam. I just took the exam and I feel extremely confident! I definitely knew all of the answers. David is extremely patient and his approach is amazing. Thank you, David!!... read the full review - Carla
I love chess, follow chess news, and am interested in its history. I learned to play chess when I was 5 years old. I participated in many junior international championships. As a kid, I was very focused on chess and... See Katsiaryna's full profile
I love chess, follow chess news, and am interested in its history. I learned to play chess when I was 5 years old. I participated in many junior international championships. As a kid, I was very focused on chess and...See Katsiaryna's full profile
Kate is a knowledgeable tutor & you can tell she has passion for teaching to all levels of practitioner. Her lessons are organized & students will take away skills & tactics that can be used immediately to improve your chess game.... read the full review - ETHAN, 6 lessons with Katsiaryna
I started to teach children to play chess in 1979. In 1984, I worked with some world's best chess coaches and players like David Bronshtein and P. Kondratev. I am a winner of multiple chess tournaments. My student... See Mike's full profile
I started to teach children to play chess in 1979. In 1984, I worked with some world's best chess coaches and players like David Bronshtein and P. Kondratev. I am a winner of multiple chess tournaments. My student...See Mike's full profile
Mike is a great chess tutor. He is teaching all our our sons and they are truly engaged. I see they are more interested in the game of chess and look forward to each session as it is scheduled. ... read the full review - Barbara, 3 lessons with Mike
I have a USCF Rating 1944, US Chess Federation-certified Class A Player. a 2-time winner at Lina Grumette Memorial Day Chess Classic. Competed in over 117 USCF tournaments to date, including 5 American Opens. Many years of experience... See Nicholas's full profile
I have a USCF Rating 1944, US Chess Federation-certified Class A Player. a 2-time winner at Lina Grumette Memorial Day Chess Classic. Competed in over 117 USCF tournaments to date, including 5 American Opens. Many years of experience...See Nicholas's full profile
I was the top chess player on my high school team. I have informally coached in several chess clubs, especially with beginners and children. I have taught chess in both English and Spanish. I have a PhD in linguistics, with 40... See Steve's full profile
I was the top chess player on my high school team. I have informally coached in several chess clubs, especially with beginners and children. I have taught chess in both English and Spanish. I have a PhD in linguistics, with 40...See Steve's full profile
Steve is truly a wonderful professor. He’s eager to help, he has excellent communication skills, and he knows how to address one’s needs in an easy, facilitative manner. Steve worked with me on exam preparation work for my phono... read the full review - August
I have played chess since I was 5 and I ran a chess club in high school. I've played on and off since then, with my ELO dropping pretty significantly from when I played daily. I don't have a very high ranking but I... See Weston's full profile
I have played chess since I was 5 and I ran a chess club in high school. I've played on and off since then, with my ELO dropping pretty significantly from when I played daily. I don't have a very high ranking but I...See Weston's full profile
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