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The Best Chess Tutors in Elmhurst, IL

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Sean T. Near Elmhurst, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sean T.
45/hour

Near Elmhurst, IL

Writer, Philosopher, Mathematician, Data Scientist, Polyglot

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)....

5.0 (7)
45/hour
23 hours tutoring

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)....

Sean H. Near Elmhurst, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sean H.
70/hour

Near Elmhurst, IL

Passionate chess coach since 2022 and President of Riverside Chess Clu

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...

5.0 (3)
70/hour
13 hours tutoring

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...

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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.

Near Elmhurst, IL 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...

Near Elmhurst, IL Tutoring
Steve P.
59/hour

bilingual chess instructor (English-Spanish) with a PhD in linguistics

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...

5.0 (332)
59/hour
1,014 hours tutoring
Response time: 52 minutesNote that average response time is based on Steve’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

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...

Near Elmhurst, IL 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...

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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,...

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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...

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Suzanna S.
55/hour

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.

Near Elmhurst, IL 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.

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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...

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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...

Near Elmhurst, IL 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.

Near Elmhurst, 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...

Near Elmhurst, IL 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...

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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...

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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...

Near Elmhurst, IL Tutoring
Frank S.
285/hour

Chessaholic on Chess.com

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...

5.0 (1551)
285/hour
6,800 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

Near Elmhurst, IL Tutoring
Paul D.
42/hour

Strategic Chess Player with Lifelong Experience Helping Beginners

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...

5.0 (327)
42/hour
1,452 hours tutoring
Response time: 32 minutesNote that average response time is based on Paul’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

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...

Near Elmhurst, IL Tutoring
Scott S.
180/hour

I Don’t Care... High-Efficiency Math Tutor Since 2003

I love teaching chess to new players. By only introducing one piece at a time, newcomers to the game are never overwhelmed by the complexity of the game. Usually we start with a "pawn battle" and add an additional piece each game.

5.0 (391)
180/hour
1,131 hours tutoring

I love teaching chess to new players. By only introducing one piece at a time, newcomers to the game are never overwhelmed by the complexity of the game. Usually we start with a "pawn battle" and add an additional piece each game.

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Neil P.
120/hour

Learn through understanding, not memorizing

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...

5.0 (128)
120/hour
473 hours tutoring

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...

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Michael T.
60/hour

A USCF National Master with 13 years of playing experience

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...

5.0 (62)
60/hour
285 hours tutoring

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...

Near Elmhurst, IL Tutoring
Caleb W.
65/hour

USCF National Master, 7 years of experience teaching chess

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...

5.0 (159)
65/hour
622 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

Near Elmhurst, IL Tutoring
Farirai G.
50/hour

Chess Instructor

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...

5.0 (243)
50/hour
639 hours tutoring

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...

Near Elmhurst, IL Tutoring
Tapi C.
125/hour

Chessbase Tactics Training Grandmaster (informal rating)

...training for a standardized test than chess? You're sitting there for 2-3 hours, you're not allowed to talk, you have to solve a series of difficult problems on your own...that is a standardized test.' "Chess is an effective teaching tool because...

5.0 (1705)
125/hour
6,649 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutesNote that average response time is based on Tapi’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 11:00 am UTC.

...training for a standardized test than chess? You're sitting there for 2-3 hours, you're not allowed to talk, you have to solve a series of difficult problems on your own...that is a standardized test.' "Chess is an effective teaching tool because...

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Daphne S.

14 Chess lessons

Under Rachel's guidance, he is learning the art of great chess. 10/8/14 Rachel has been tutoring my teenage daughter in chess. My daughter has been playing chess for years, but under Rachel's guidance, she has blossomed, and won 1st place in her section in a scholastic tournament a couple of weeks ago, and just won a cash prize by tying for 2nd place in her section in her first Open tournament. Rachel is awesome and knows her chess!
Joan R.

48 Chess lessons

For the last 2 months, Austin has been tutoring my elementary aged daughter and son in the subject of chess. His knowledge and passion for the game is evident. He teaches at my children's level and engages them for the length of the lesson. After the lesson, my children choose to play chess on their own and look forward to their next lesson with Austin. I would recommend Austin easily for his reliability, teaching skills and chess knowledge.
Christine F.

6 Chess lessons

John is a wonderful tutor that yielded the results needed and surpassed my expectations. He was patient and explained things in a clear and concise manner that my son understood. My teenagers state math test score went from a 3 to a 4. I have recommended John to several friends and will also be hiring him again. He and my son used Chess to break the ice and in between long lessons.
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