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I have played chess for several years, both over-the-board and correspondence. Though not officially ranked with any national OTB affiliation such as the United States Chess Federation (USCF), I am officially rated 2187 (as of March 2011) with the International Correspondence Chess Federation (ICCF)....
I have played chess for several years, both over-the-board and correspondence. Though not officially ranked with any national OTB affiliation such as the United States Chess Federation (USCF), I am officially rated 2187 (as of March 2011) with the International Correspondence Chess Federation (ICCF)....
Near Buffalo Grove, IL
I am a chess player and coach. I won numerous tournaments in middle and high school and also college.
I am a chess player and coach. I won numerous tournaments in middle and high school and also college.
My 6 yr old son and I were given a great chess lesson by Aladdin! He was very focused and also kept my son focused with his way of teaching. This was quite an achievement and I enjoyed just listening to the interaction between the... - Prashanth, 3 lessons with Aladdin
Near Buffalo Grove, IL
I'm ranked in the top 1% globally of chess players. I'm a US Chess Certified Club Tournament Director, and I'm the President of Riverside Chess Club. I also hold a Certificate of Teaching for a Positive Future from the Institute for Humane Education. I've been teaching...
I'm ranked in the top 1% globally of chess players. I'm a US Chess Certified Club Tournament Director, and I'm the President of Riverside Chess Club. I also hold a Certificate of Teaching for a Positive Future from the Institute for Humane Education. I've been teaching...
My son absolutely loves Sean. He is always looking forward to his chess class. Sean knows exactly how to make the session both fun and most importantly educational. I highly recommend Sean for any child who is looking to learn che... - Hari
Near Buffalo Grove, IL
I have a very high rating of 2400 in my online chess game which I use to practice my skills. I also have good performances in chess tournaments and my do too. I can solve puzzles very fast, and I have a good knowledge in opening repertoires, and a good strategy for the middle game and end game.
I have a very high rating of 2400 in my online chess game which I use to practice my skills. I also have good performances in chess tournaments and my do too. I can solve puzzles very fast, and I have a good knowledge in opening repertoires, and a good strategy for the middle game and end game.
I had my first lesson with Honorius today. It was great! He is extremely knowledgeable and since I'm very new to chess, he explained all of the basics and also showed me what I can look forward to learning. He is also very pati... - Carol
Near Buffalo Grove, IL
My passion for problem solving has drawn me to chess since I was a child. I have always been fascinated by chess, math, and computer programming. Chess has always been my favorite sport and recreation, and I am eager to help you upgrade your skills and improve as a chess player.
My passion for problem solving has drawn me to chess since I was a child. I have always been fascinated by chess, math, and computer programming. Chess has always been my favorite sport and recreation, and I am eager to help you upgrade your skills and improve as a chess player.
So incredibly helpful! He is so kind and patient! I was struggling hard core and he did not make me feel like I did not know anything. He has a great pedagogical skillset! Highly recommend! - Amanda, 8 lessons with Jean Yves
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I was a member of my high school varsity chess which consistently placed top 10 in the state of Illinois. I have a peak USCF rating of 1400 and a peak chess.com rating of 1800. I have been playing for 5 years and have a strong understanding of the game.
I was a member of my high school varsity chess which consistently placed top 10 in the state of Illinois. I have a peak USCF rating of 1400 and a peak chess.com rating of 1800. I have been playing for 5 years and have a strong understanding of the game.
I have been teaching chess for over a decade now. My experience has included teaching for and directing after-school programs, instructing and managing summer-camps, and teaching one-on-one private lessons. Several teams I coached went on...
I have been teaching chess for over a decade now. My experience has included teaching for and directing after-school programs, instructing and managing summer-camps, and teaching one-on-one private lessons. Several teams I coached went on...
I decided, in this retired stage of my life, that I wanted to learn how to play chess. After teaching myself the basics I knew I needed a coach in order to progress further. I’m so glad I found Lance! Lance is organized, prepa... - Patricia, 132 lessons with Lance
I've been playing chess for seven years and currently rank in the top 0.5% of players worldwide on Chess.com. I've organized chess tournaments, helped run a local chess club, and taught beginners and younger players....
I've been playing chess for seven years and currently rank in the top 0.5% of players worldwide on Chess.com. I've organized chess tournaments, helped run a local chess club, and taught beginners and younger players....
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...
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...
Nathaniel was extremely patient with our 6 year old daughter. We can tell he has a lot of experience teaching chess and sharing his love of chess with his students. We will definitely be continuing as our daughter seem to really... - Ellen, 22 lessons with Nathaniel
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 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...
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...
My (9 year old) grandson has had several chess tutoring sessions with Caleb. I observed all the lessons either live or from his video recordings, and I also learned a lot. He is patient, supportive, highly knowledgeable, and an ex... - Dennis, 3 lessons with Caleb
I first learned to play chess when I joined the chess club in my elementary school in fifth grade. Since then, I have played on and off as my schedule permits. I began training seriously my freshman year of college and currently have...
I first learned to play chess when I joined the chess club in my elementary school in fifth grade. Since then, I have played on and off as my schedule permits. I began training seriously my freshman year of college and currently have...
I am not a visual person. Itziar helped me with the perceptual ability section of the DAT. He helped raise my practice exam scores to what I wanted. He really broke the concepts down and was patient with me when I did not understa... - B, 2 lessons with Itziar
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...
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...
My son has been learning Chess with Josh for a few weeks. Josh is very knowledgeable, kind and patient coach. My son is enjoying and has fun on his sessions and chess camp. - Ming, 4 lessons with Josh
Hello! My name is Brendon L. I am an experienced and passionate chess player and tutor. I have been studying chess for a decade and am rated 2300 elo rapid (Lichess). My teaching experience consists of tutoring individuals online...
Hello! My name is Brendon L. I am an experienced and passionate chess player and tutor. I have been studying chess for a decade and am rated 2300 elo rapid (Lichess). My teaching experience consists of tutoring individuals online...
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
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 won the Northern California Scholastic High School Championship Tournament in 2011 and attained the level of National Master in 2012. In addition, I ran the chess club at UC Berkeley and won the Sacramento Blitz Championship Tournament...
I won the Northern California Scholastic High School Championship Tournament in 2011 and attained the level of National Master in 2012. In addition, I ran the chess club at UC Berkeley and won the Sacramento Blitz Championship Tournament...
Nicolas tutored my son on Algebra 1 concepts as he needed a refresher. Nicolas provided chess tips as well. I highly recommend Nicolas and would hire him again. - Maria
I have been playing and teaching chess for 25 years. My best online rating is 2100+ on ICC. I can teach various openings, middle game strategy, including tactics and combinations, as well as elements of the end game. We play and analyze...
I have been playing and teaching chess for 25 years. My best online rating is 2100+ on ICC. I can teach various openings, middle game strategy, including tactics and combinations, as well as elements of the end game. We play and analyze...
Both my sons have been working with Ephraim for three years. In this period, he has taught them prealgebra, algebra I and algebra II and geometry, counting and probability, and number theory. He also prepared my eldest son for the... - Ruyi, 350 lessons with Ephraim
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
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.
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.
My 11 y.o. son is on his 7th chess lesson with Coach Ezekiel. He was hoping to take his chess game to the next level. Ezekiel is definitely getting him there! He's extremely knowledgeable & makes the lessons very interactive & ... - Dominic, 24 lessons with Ezekiel
I have played many tournaments and have learned many strategies from competing in these events. - I have won 5 trophies, first place in national tournaments - I hold the National Master Title
I have played many tournaments and have learned many strategies from competing in these events. - I have won 5 trophies, first place in national tournaments - I hold the National Master Title
Arthur did an excellent job teaching me basic Physics concepts and lab procedures. I am now capable of completing future labs and figuring out complex problems in Physics. He is a patient and exceptional tutor because he takes his... - Gregory, 270 lessons with Arthur
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 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 have been tutoring in chess for 10 years along with competing in local, state, and national events. I have been ranked as 2nd for my age in the State of Florida several times and rank in the top 99% on Lichess and Chess.com rapid ratings....
I have been tutoring in chess for 10 years along with competing in local, state, and national events. I have been ranked as 2nd for my age in the State of Florida several times and rank in the top 99% on Lichess and Chess.com rapid ratings....
Excellent teacher and very patient. Brandon has helped me improve my chess skills and has a great knowledge of the game to do so. Would recommend 10 times out of 10. - Brandon
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...
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