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Glenside, PA
I played chess through high school and college playing in tournaments such as States, Nationals, and US Amateur Team East with high placements. I have a uscf over the board rating of 1958 and rapid rating of over 2200 on Lichess. I have...
I played chess through high school and college playing in tournaments such as States, Nationals, and US Amateur Team East with high placements. I have a uscf over the board rating of 1958 and rapid rating of over 2200 on Lichess. I have...

Narberth, PA
I am a self-taught chess player who regularly ranks in the top 10% of their league. I combine excellent teaching skills with a sound knowledge of basic chess theory.
I am a self-taught chess player who regularly ranks in the top 10% of their league. I combine excellent teaching skills with a sound knowledge of basic chess theory.
It was a very pleasant moment, where we reviewed the homework and we made other exercises. I think it's good for me, and that I improve my English. - Francisco, 3 lessons with Kathryn

Philadelphia, PA
I have coached a local elementary school chess team and led them to the playoffs of a scholastic chess league for the first time in school history and am also an assistant chess tournament director and private chess coach.
I have coached a local elementary school chess team and led them to the playoffs of a scholastic chess league for the first time in school history and am also an assistant chess tournament director and private chess coach.

Trenton, NJ
I was taught chess growing up. I run a Chess Club and hold educational meetings and small tournaments during the winter season between my tennis seasons.
I was taught chess growing up. I run a Chess Club and hold educational meetings and small tournaments during the winter season between my tennis seasons.
Mr. M is one of the most patient and encouraging teachers I have ever had. He really tries to get to know the student and adjust to their learning style. He doesn't teach concepts only on the surface level — he provides challenge ... - K, 149 lessons with Gary

Basking Ridge, NJ
I started playing chess in high-school and was president of the chess club and class champion. I have continued to play for fun, relaxation and mental stimulation. I both enjoy and love the game.
I started playing chess in high-school and was president of the chess club and class champion. I have continued to play for fun, relaxation and mental stimulation. I both enjoy and love the game.
Simon was extremely patient and worked step by step with me on each problem. He taught me how to break problems down and approach them in much more systematic way. I saw a huge improvement after working with him. - Hiza, 3 lessons with Simon

Princeton, NJ
Hi! My name is Savetha and I'm a professional chess player. Current USCF rating 2129 (USCF ID : 16699312). I've been playing chess since 1997. Notable achievements: In US Women top 100 list. (46th as per Sep 2019)...
Hi! My name is Savetha and I'm a professional chess player. Current USCF rating 2129 (USCF ID : 16699312). I've been playing chess since 1997. Notable achievements: In US Women top 100 list. (46th as per Sep 2019)...
Savetha is very knowledgeable about chess and friendly with kids. She gave good chess puzzles to our son in the first class. She was open to adjusting her pace based on feedback we provided. - Haritha

Philadelphia, PA
I have grown up playing chess and have a great passion for the game. Currently, I play chess online (almost everyday) and would love to teach it to others. I have an excellent understanding of various openings and defenses, along...
I have grown up playing chess and have a great passion for the game. Currently, I play chess online (almost everyday) and would love to teach it to others. I have an excellent understanding of various openings and defenses, along...

Media, PA
I've worked for Shining Knights Chess for the past 2 years as a chess coach. The position involves teaching chess lessons to classes of elementary school students and then assisting matches they play against one another.
I've worked for Shining Knights Chess for the past 2 years as a chess coach. The position involves teaching chess lessons to classes of elementary school students and then assisting matches they play against one another.
Todd went over previous quizzes, focusing on helping my son understand confusing concepts and giving suggestions/ideas for learning the material. In addition, spent time working examples of each problem to help my son understand ... - Kelly, 5 lessons with Todd

Philadelphia, PA
I am a professional chess player and coach with 20 years of experience in the chess world. I have competed scholastically and earned various accolades, including: two National Chess Championships, two State Championships, one...
I am a professional chess player and coach with 20 years of experience in the chess world. I have competed scholastically and earned various accolades, including: two National Chess Championships, two State Championships, one...
Thomas really knows the Sicilian inside and out, and explained it in a way that finally made it click for me. His background as a national champion isn’t just for show—he gave me practical advice on how to approach tournaments tha... - William, 19 lessons with Thomas

Huntingdon Valley, PA
I am experienced introducing kids as well as adults to chess at which point they can enjoy the game with friends or family or accept my referral to a local chess club. That means that your youngster -- or you! -- can turn up to the...
I am experienced introducing kids as well as adults to chess at which point they can enjoy the game with friends or family or accept my referral to a local chess club. That means that your youngster -- or you! -- can turn up to the...

Franklin Park, NJ
I have participated in and won national chess championships. I was the captain of my high school team that captured the national chess trophy. I have played, studied and taught chess for more than 25 years. I still love some...
I have participated in and won national chess championships. I was the captain of my high school team that captured the national chess trophy. I have played, studied and taught chess for more than 25 years. I still love some...
My husband enjoyed his 1st chess lesson with David. David gave him a lot of new & interesting concepts to research & study! He enjoyed playing & learning from David & look forward to another lesson soon! - Claire

Philadelphia, PA
Five years of experience coaching chess. USCF rating of 1750 and fide rating of 1830. Coached by Grandmaster Susan Polgar. Featured in Chess Life magazine August 2015.
Five years of experience coaching chess. USCF rating of 1750 and fide rating of 1830. Coached by Grandmaster Susan Polgar. Featured in Chess Life magazine August 2015.
Vanita dealt well with an early morning kiddo and a wonky video chat. Vanita gave a nice overview of the world of chess. We enjoyed our first session. Thanks Vanita. This is filler to get to 160 characters. - Narayan

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...
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...
Steve was an attentive listener tutoring our son in chess. He met him at his level and showed patience and warmth as he worked with our son. A great tutor both knows the subject and knows how to teach it — in my experience Steve ... - Christopher

I'm an experienced chess coach, both online and in person. I have 2 semesters of experience as an after school chess instructor in Washington, at Inland Chess Academy. I am a top 12 ranked chess player in the...
I'm an experienced chess coach, both online and in person. I have 2 semesters of experience as an after school chess instructor in Washington, at Inland Chess Academy. I am a top 12 ranked chess player in the...
Great chess lesson! Children enjoyed it and want to continue learning! Thank you! Great chess lesson! Children enjoyed it and want to continue learning! Thank you! - Natalya, 19 lessons with Griffin

I've also defeated National Masters in classical tournament play and have extensive online experience, reaching peak ratings above 2400 in bullet and rapid. As a member of the Gift of Chess Junior Advisory Board, I'm passionate...
I've also defeated National Masters in classical tournament play and have extensive online experience, reaching peak ratings above 2400 in bullet and rapid. As a member of the Gift of Chess Junior Advisory Board, I'm passionate...

I have been a Chess Coach for over 9 years, since I started as a child chess prodigy. I founded Zap Chess School and coached students as young as 2 years old. I teach strategies, openings, and get my students to participate in...
I have been a Chess Coach for over 9 years, since I started as a child chess prodigy. I founded Zap Chess School and coached students as young as 2 years old. I teach strategies, openings, and get my students to participate in...
I loved my chess lesson with June. She has a great sense of humor and clowned around just enough to keep my attention span going. Typically, I have difficulty concentrating for long periods of time, and yet I sat through my 4-hour... - Maxim

I've been playing Chess since I was 8 years old, and have reached an intermediate level (~1800). Throughout my time playing chess, I've taught many children in-person/online how to play as well as brought many students...
I've been playing Chess since I was 8 years old, and have reached an intermediate level (~1800). Throughout my time playing chess, I've taught many children in-person/online how to play as well as brought many students...

I am rated around 1700 USCF. I've been playing in scholastic events, club events in NYC, and online for more than 20 years. In addition, I've taught various subjects including all levels of mathematics and standardized tests since 2016. I am...
I am rated around 1700 USCF. I've been playing in scholastic events, club events in NYC, and online for more than 20 years. In addition, I've taught various subjects including all levels of mathematics and standardized tests since 2016. I am...

I am a Class A chess player with peak ratings of 1825 USCF and 2552 on chess.com. I have participated in and won multiple chess tournaments with the West Lafayette Chess Club and Purdue Chess Club. I have gained...
I am a Class A chess player with peak ratings of 1825 USCF and 2552 on chess.com. I have participated in and won multiple chess tournaments with the West Lafayette Chess Club and Purdue Chess Club. I have gained...

I ranked in the top 100 in the nation for my age division for almost a decade, and have coached dozens of beginners in an after-school chess program.
I ranked in the top 100 in the nation for my age division for almost a decade, and have coached dozens of beginners in an after-school chess program.
Love the practice puzzles we go over together to cause me to think multiple steps ahead in the game of chess. He has been able to break down tactics so that I can get a stronger start, midgame and finish as I am learning the game.... - Jacinda, 2 lessons with Sriman

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...
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...
David showed me and my partner a great time. We wanted just a single lesson go get introduced to chess and it was so much fun! We now have a board game ourselves and plan to play in the future. Thanks David for being patient and m... - Melissa

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...
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...
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. - Spencer, 3 lessons with John

I am a USCF Expert and Correspondence Senior Master with 20 plus years teaching experience with students of all ages. I have experience teaching in both public and private schools in addition to giving personal instruction. My students include...
I am a USCF Expert and Correspondence Senior Master with 20 plus years teaching experience with students of all ages. I have experience teaching in both public and private schools in addition to giving personal instruction. My students include...
Pete is an exceptionally accomplished player and tutor, hands down! His angularity breeds depth and width to the game and the art of chess. I can write without reservation that his passion for chess thrusts forward in his teachi... - Michael

Accredited With Teaching License in 2018. Professional chess player of 12 years. National rating - 2050. Fide chess rating- 1537.
Accredited With Teaching License in 2018. Professional chess player of 12 years. National rating - 2050. Fide chess rating- 1537.
Very engaging and prepared. She is an A+ quality tutor. Would highly recommend to anybody looking for a cheerful chess coach. Looking forward to our next lessons. - Janine, 14 lessons with Suzanna

I have played over-the-board competitive chess for five years, having earned 10th place in the state of Florida among all high school chess players. I have also finished in the top 25 national chess players for my grade...
I have played over-the-board competitive chess for five years, having earned 10th place in the state of Florida among all high school chess players. I have also finished in the top 25 national chess players for my grade...
He provided valuable feedback on how to trim my essay to meet the 650-word limit while preserving its core message. His insights and anecdotes about what has worked for others were particularly helpful. He’s an excellent tutor for... - Jenna
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