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I have been playing chess since I was 8 years old. My dad and I used to play in the evenings, and I fondly remember the first time I beat him. In college, I honed my chess skills as a member of the Internet Chess Club. I logged hundreds of hours of play, and my rating was in the 1600s. I am a huge...
I have been playing chess since I was 8 years old. My dad and I used to play in the evenings, and I fondly remember the first time I beat him. In college, I honed my chess skills as a member of the Internet Chess Club. I logged hundreds of hours of play, and my rating was in the 1600s. I am a huge...
I went to Keith predominantly for help on the LSAT games section and logical reasoning. He's taught me very helpful approaches and techniques for different game types, and more insightful ways to approach logical reasoning questi... - Thomas, 9 lessons with Keith

Near Dallas, TX
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 enthusiasts on basic chess rules, openings and variations, and endgame...
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 enthusiasts on basic chess rules, openings and variations, and endgame...
Mr. Vis has been the most valuable tutor I have ever had. My grades have consistently been spot on ever since he started teaching me. His writing expertise helps better my writing by a large margin through his fun and engaging way... - Gohar, 40 lessons with Vis

Dallas, TX
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 years teaching experience.
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 years teaching experience.
Steve is the absolute best! He isn't just teaching my son Spanish but fostering a love of the language. When he found out my son likes to play chess, he took the time to teach him the Spanish words for all of the pieces. I have wa... - Jennifer, 22 lessons with Steve

Near Dallas, TX
I am a 1200-rated chess player with a strong understanding of fundamental principles, including opening development, tactical patterns, and basic endgames. I have experience helping beginners and intermediate players improve their game by focusing on strategy, board vision, and common mistakes. My coaching...
I am a 1200-rated chess player with a strong understanding of fundamental principles, including opening development, tactical patterns, and basic endgames. I have experience helping beginners and intermediate players improve their game by focusing on strategy, board vision, and common mistakes. My coaching...

Near Dallas, TX
My father taught me how to play chess at a very early age. I even placed second in a chess tournament once. My skills and strategy are ideal for tutoring beginning and intermediate chess players.
My father taught me how to play chess at a very early age. I even placed second in a chess tournament once. My skills and strategy are ideal for tutoring beginning and intermediate chess players.
Harold missed his calling, he should have been a school teacher. My little one is ecstatic about his first lesson and enjoyed meeting with him. I am recommending anyone who is ineffective with Math or Chess to reach out to Harold.... - Mrs., 11 lessons with Harold

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

- 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...
- 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...
Kate has been coaching my son for over a year now, and it’s been a great experience. She goes through his games, figures out what he needs to work on, and then tailors each lesson to help him improve. She’s super patient and reall... - Subash, 120 lessons with Katsiaryna

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

I've achieved ratings of over 2300 in Rapid, and 2200 in Blitz and Bullet on Chess.com, as well as ratings of over 2400 in Rapid and Bullet, and 2300 Blitz on lichess.org. I started playing chess 3 years ago as a 400 rated player and...
I've achieved ratings of over 2300 in Rapid, and 2200 in Blitz and Bullet on Chess.com, as well as ratings of over 2400 in Rapid and Bullet, and 2300 Blitz on lichess.org. I started playing chess 3 years ago as a 400 rated player and...
I signed my son up with lessons with Sean because he was interested in learning the basics of chess. After the first lesson, my son immediately said he wanted to do more. Sean makes the lessons fun, and my son is learning chess st... - Marc, 94 lessons with Sean

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 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...
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...
Hyrum Really takes the time to understand where you are at in chess, and really helps restructure the fundamentals in your game. He goes the extra mile making lesson plans/study guides, and gives you great input. If you’re looking... - Allen, 2 lessons with Hyrum

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

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,...
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,...
AKSHAYA is a very patient, engaging and kind tutor. In a total beginner at chess and she makes me feel comfortable to learn and teaches in a way that’s easy to understand. - Debbie

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.
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.
I am so excited to have Aaron's help! He makes learning fun and easy. I felt discouraged before we met, but now I feel confident about taking the SAT. He was patient and explained problems in very clear details when I had trouble... - Andrea

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

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 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...
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...
Austin is an extremely talented chess instructor (and player)! He is patient and logical. I highly recommend getting in touch with him! - Dave, 3 lessons with Austin

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 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 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

...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...
...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...
Jeremy did a fabulous job on helping me outline a path to become better at chess. He was able to measure my current skill level, and with that knowledge he developed a unique lesson plan, giving me material to work on my own time.... - Osho

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...
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...
Frank is the best tutor out there. No discussion. After a few sessions with my son. My son started getting perfect score of 800. I didn’t even things that’s possible. My son is always excited about the sessions. Thank you Frank! - michelle , 16 lessons with Frank

I have been playing chess since the age of 8 and have developed over 30 years of experience in strategic play and game analysis. I regularly practice and compete in my local community chess club, focusing on strategy, planning, and...
I have been playing chess since the age of 8 and have developed over 30 years of experience in strategic play and game analysis. I regularly practice and compete in my local community chess club, focusing on strategy, planning, and...
Paul is an excellent tutor who creates classes with a lot of variety. We have studied important Hispanic historical figures, as well as working on reading, comprehension, grammatical construction, and plenty of back-and-forth con... - Gil, 67 lessons with Paul

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...
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...
Chess, Neil has a great command of the subject and is able to express it in a colloquial and informative way. He is interesting, engaging and helpful. He is a fine tutor. He had the flexibility to cross reference content areas and... - Sheldon, 2 lessons with Neil

My teaching philosophy I believe that we work the best when we have a plan. Often, I find myself and other chess players aimlessly playing chess online with no real motivation (don't do it!). When we do that, we waste time and...
My teaching philosophy I believe that we work the best when we have a plan. Often, I find myself and other chess players aimlessly playing chess online with no real motivation (don't do it!). When we do that, we waste time and...
Michael is more than a chess tutor to our daughter. He shows real interest in our child's learning and through each lesson he encourages her to see different possibilities in her games and think things through and analyze each mo... - Ellen, 28 lessons with Michael
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