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The Best Chess Tutors in Culver City, Los Angeles, CA

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Dan A. Santa Monica, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dan A.
250/hour

Santa Monica, CA

International Master of Chess with 5+ Years of Teaching Experience

At age 11 I achieved the title of Master, and since then have become an International Master (with 1 Grandmaster norm), 5-time US National Champion, and am currently the #1 18-year-old on the west coast of the United States. In addition, I have...

5.0 (5)
250/hour
8 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

At age 11 I achieved the title of Master, and since then have become an International Master (with 1 Grandmaster norm), 5-time US National Champion, and am currently the #1 18-year-old on the west coast of the United States. In addition, I have...

Nelson T. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nelson T.
150/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Class D FIDE chess ranking

I am a mid-range chess player, not by any means a grandmaster. I am mostly self-taught using Chess.com and other apps, but took chess classes when I was younger which gave me some fundamental tips I can pass along. I am proficient as...

5.0 (179)
150/hour
548 hours tutoring

I am a mid-range chess player, not by any means a grandmaster. I am mostly self-taught using Chess.com and other apps, but took chess classes when I was younger which gave me some fundamental tips I can pass along. I am proficient as...

John S. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
John S.
100/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Chess Tutor

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...

5.0 (923)
100/hour
2,986 hours tutoring
Response time: 16 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

Mike G. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mike G.
40/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Chess tutor

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...

5.0 (142)
40/hour
848 hours tutoring

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...

Matthew K. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew K.
120/hour

Los Angeles, CA

4+ years in competitive chess

I did an independent study project for a month with a physics professor in college after learning to play chess with my dad at a young age. Since, I played regularly in competitive arenas (ICC, chess.com) and have also joined a local LA...

5.0 (339)
120/hour
2,042 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutesNote that average response time is based on Matthew’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 1:00 pm UTC.

I did an independent study project for a month with a physics professor in college after learning to play chess with my dad at a young age. Since, I played regularly in competitive arenas (ICC, chess.com) and have also joined a local LA...

Howard F. Valley Village, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Howard F.
72/hour

Valley Village, CA

Effective Caring Tutor with PhD Math Econ English SAT SPSS SPSS/AMOS

I have been playing chess for more than forty years. I was a competitive chess player in high school as I was on the varsity chess team. I have been tutoring in chess for more than twenty years.

4.9 (192)
72/hour
840 hours tutoring

I have been playing chess for more than forty years. I was a competitive chess player in high school as I was on the varsity chess team. I have been tutoring in chess for more than twenty years.

Dennis U. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dennis U.
40/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Self Taught Chess Expert / Chess Coach giving Zoom and in Home Lessons

I am a USCF candidate master with over 25 years playing experience. I have taught chess in after school programs and done in home tutoring to children and adults including children on the autism spectrum. I once taught chess on a...

4.5 (6)
40/hour
12 hours tutoring

I am a USCF candidate master with over 25 years playing experience. I have taught chess in after school programs and done in home tutoring to children and adults including children on the autism spectrum. I once taught chess on a...

Atousa P. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Atousa P.
95/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Woman Chess Grand Master

I am a Woman International Grandmaster in chess. I have my certificate in coaching, and have won many international tournaments.

4.9 (131)
95/hour
516 hours tutoring
Response time: 31 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I am a Woman International Grandmaster in chess. I have my certificate in coaching, and have won many international tournaments.

David B. Van Nuys, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David B.
100/hour

Van Nuys, CA

Class A Player

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...

5.0 (162)
100/hour
1,101 hours tutoring

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...

Suzanna S. Sherman Oaks, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Suzanna S.
55/hour

Sherman Oaks, CA

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.

5.0 (80)
55/hour
296 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Accredited With Teaching License in 2018. Professional chess player of 12 years. National rating - 2050. Fide chess rating- 1537.

Joshua S. Torrance, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joshua S.
100/hour

Torrance, CA

An award winning Public Speaking , ESL and Chess and Poker Coach

I have been playing chess for 35 years. I play generally three times a week and win regularly. I have taught the game to over 100 people in my life. I mentor a number of young people who strongly believe that my chess instruction...

4.5 (4)
100/hour
17 hours tutoring

I have been playing chess for 35 years. I play generally three times a week and win regularly. I have taught the game to over 100 people in my life. I mentor a number of young people who strongly believe that my chess instruction...

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Concord, MA Tutoring
Nadezda K.
125/hour

International Chess Grandmaster

The international chess Grandmaster and the winner of many chess competitions around the world.

5.0 (18)
125/hour
53 hours tutoring

The international chess Grandmaster and the winner of many chess competitions around the world.

Scottsdale, AZ Tutoring
Owen P.
60/hour

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As a youth, I was the top rated HS player in Ohio and Board 1 on the best team in the state in the early 1970s. Since my recent retirement, I have studied diligently to restore and improve my game, including two years of individual lessons with an...

5.0 (16)
60/hour
166 hours tutoring

As a youth, I was the top rated HS player in Ohio and Board 1 on the best team in the state in the early 1970s. Since my recent retirement, I have studied diligently to restore and improve my game, including two years of individual lessons with an...

Idaho Falls, ID Tutoring
Hyrum F.
70/hour

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...

5.0 (242)
70/hour
313 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutesNote that average response time is based on Hyrum’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 1:00 pm UTC.

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...

Asheville, NC Tutoring
Peter M.
60/hour

USCF Expert and Correspondence Senior Master with 20+ Years Exp

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...

5.0 (156)
60/hour
264 hours tutoring

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...

Seattle, WA Tutoring
AKSHAYA A.
30/hour

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,...

5.0 (109)
30/hour
214 hours tutoring

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,...

Austin, TX Tutoring
Aaron S.
85/hour

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.

5.0 (410)
85/hour
1,445 hours tutoring

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.

Whitestone, NY Tutoring
Katsiaryna Z.
60/hour

Candidate Master | Coach for Kids & Adults | International Tournaments

- Candidate Master with over 20 years of experience in chess, starting at age 5 - Played in major tournaments including the World Open, US Open, and various national and international events - Earned top places in several U.S. tournaments...

5.0 (230)
60/hour
676 hours tutoring

- Candidate Master with over 20 years of experience in chess, starting at age 5 - Played in major tournaments including the World Open, US Open, and various national and international events - Earned top places in several U.S. tournaments...

Coeur D Alene, ID Tutoring
Griffin H.
49/hour

Chess Coach

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...

5.0 (477)
49/hour
962 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

Iron River, MI Tutoring
Lance G.
60/hour

Chess Expert and Coach with More Than a Decade of Experience

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...

5.0 (1394)
60/hour
4,323 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 minutesNote that average response time is based on Lance’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 5:00 am UTC.

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...

Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Ezekiel H.
45/hour

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.

5.0 (824)
45/hour
1,929 hours tutoring

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.

Bourbonnais, IL Tutoring
Austin E.
85/hour

Chess Tutoring for Tournament and Casual Players

I have been playing chess for almost 10 years now. I have been teaching chess to students in person, online, and in schools for about 8 years. I worked as a volunteer coach for the Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School...

5.0 (240)
85/hour
1,244 hours tutoring

I have been playing chess for almost 10 years now. I have been teaching chess to students in person, online, and in schools for about 8 years. I worked as a volunteer coach for the Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School...

Boyds, MD Tutoring
Nathaniel W.
50/hour

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...

5.0 (383)
50/hour
1,566 hours tutoring

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...

Atlanta, GA Tutoring
Nicholas K.
48/hour

USCF National Master

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...

5.0 (175)
48/hour
603 hours tutoring

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...

Cambridge, MA Tutoring
Jeremy B.
80/hour

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...

5.0 (322)
80/hour
761 hours tutoring

...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...

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Jane B.

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Kellie has only worked with my daughter twice but already she has been such a HUGE help! She is congenial, wise, and thorough. She makes great suggestions and has a wealth of expertise in study habits and skills. She also has a wonderful style that really gets my daughter to buckle down and think. We are so fortunate to have found her!
Lilli Y.

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So far my daughter had two sessions with Ajay. He always made sure she understands all materials covered. I remember after the first session Ajay went home and did a mathematical problem and emailed it to my daughter. He is very thorough.
Lynn T.

2 lessons

Arash is an excellent, engaging, and intuitive teacher whose style is flexible, empowering, professional, and fun! I learned a lot in our first class, and very much appreciate his expertise, patience, and consistent energy which makes learning from him a thorough experience.
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