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The Best Chess Tutors in Los Angeles, CA

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Dan A. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dan A.
250/hour

Near Los Angeles, 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 taught over 200 students and some have gone on to become national champions...

5.0 (5)
250/hour
8 hours tutoring

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 taught over 200 students and some have gone on to become national champions...

Matt S. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matt S.
20/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Chess Background and Skill

I worked as a chess coach for children in an after-school program, where I taught students the fundamentals of the game, including piece movement, basic strategies, and critical thinking skills. I designed engaging lessons and went through puzzles that helped students develop problem-solving abilities, patience,...

5.0 (2)
20/hour
22 hours tutoring

I worked as a chess coach for children in an after-school program, where I taught students the fundamentals of the game, including piece movement, basic strategies, and critical thinking skills. I designed engaging lessons and went through puzzles that helped students develop problem-solving abilities, patience,...

Andy Z. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andy Z.
47/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Avid Chess Player with Tournament Experience

I am a chess player who started playing in high school and now competes as part of my university's team. I have experience competing in tournaments such as the Pan American tournament, tournaments around campus, as well as weekly practices. Whether you're looking to learn the basics of chess or...

4.8 (51)
47/hour
235 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I am a chess player who started playing in high school and now competes as part of my university's team. I have experience competing in tournaments such as the Pan American tournament, tournaments around campus, as well as weekly practices. Whether you're looking to learn the basics of chess or...

Cau Duong L. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Cau Duong L.
120/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Advanced Math/Chess

I have a Masters Degree in Math from UCLA, BS in Math from UCI with minor in Computer Science, GPA: 3.928 Magna Cum Laude, and an Honors in Mathematics. I am a National Master of Chess with USCF Rating 2230. My peak blitz rating on Chess.com is 2648. I'm good at teaching basic middle game principles. I...

4.9 (293)
120/hour
1,507 hours tutoring

I have a Masters Degree in Math from UCLA, BS in Math from UCI with minor in Computer Science, GPA: 3.928 Magna Cum Laude, and an Honors in Mathematics. I am a National Master of Chess with USCF Rating 2230. My peak blitz rating on Chess.com is 2648. I'm good at teaching basic middle game principles. I...

Hwan C. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hwan C.
80/hour

Los Angeles, CA

2000+ Rated Chess Player

On chess.com, my peak rating is 2190 in blitz and currently my USCF rating is 1724

4.8 (5)
80/hour
11 hours tutoring

On chess.com, my peak rating is 2190 in blitz and currently my USCF rating is 1724

Matthew K. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew K.
100/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 chess club. I'm happy to teach students learning to play...

5.0 (330)
100/hour
1,902 hours tutoring

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 chess club. I'm happy to teach students learning to play...

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

Near Los Angeles, 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 and the applicable thought logic lessons I inculcate have escalated their job...

4.5 (4)
100/hour
17 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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 and the applicable thought logic lessons I inculcate have escalated their job...

Karim E. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Karim E.
75/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

International Master & Coach with 1800+ Rating and 7+ years Experience

I am an International Master with a chess rating above 1800 and over 7 years of coaching experience for Alpha Zero. I have helped players of all levels improve their game through personalized training focused on strategy, tactics, and openings. My approach emphasizes practical skills and game analysis to boost...

5.0 (17)
75/hour
60 hours tutoring

I am an International Master with a chess rating above 1800 and over 7 years of coaching experience for Alpha Zero. I have helped players of all levels improve their game through personalized training focused on strategy, tactics, and openings. My approach emphasizes practical skills and game analysis to boost...

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 (130)
95/hour
509 hours tutoring
Response time: 47 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. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David B.
100/hour

Near Los Angeles, 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 tutored chess for years.

5.0 (157)
100/hour
1,077 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 tutored chess for years.

Linus E. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Linus E.
40/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Class A Chess Player

I am 1872 USCF and 2000 on chess.com. This puts me in the top 5% of amateur chess players and in the top 1% of all chess players. I have tutored chess privately since 22. I have tutored chess in schools since 22.

5.0 (3)
40/hour
14 hours tutoring

I am 1872 USCF and 2000 on chess.com. This puts me in the top 5% of amateur chess players and in the top 1% of all chess players. I have tutored chess privately since 22. I have tutored chess in schools since 22.

Brian S. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brian S.
40/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Experienced Chess Teacher

I have played chess competitively for ten years and have achieved a United States Chess Federation rating of 1964 and a chess.com rating peak of 2381 which is in the 99.9th percentile. I have taught chess at an elementary school for two years and at a summer elementary chess class so I have...

5.0 (1)
40/hour
5 hours tutoring

I have played chess competitively for ten years and have achieved a United States Chess Federation rating of 1964 and a chess.com rating peak of 2381 which is in the 99.9th percentile. I have taught chess at an elementary school for two years and at a summer elementary chess class so I have...

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 transatlantic cruise ship and have been a chess consultant to director...

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 transatlantic cruise ship and have been a chess consultant to director...

Howard F. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Howard F.
90/hour

Near Los Angeles, 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)
90/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.

Suzanna S. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Suzanna S.
55/hour

Near Los Angeles, 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 (76)
55/hour
285 hours tutoring

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

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

Los Angeles, CA

Chess tutor

I am an experienced chess coach /instructor with deep understanding of chess at high levels. I've been teaching students of all ages since 1980. My famous chess coach, Pavel Kondratiev and legendary player and brilliant writer David Bronshtein used to, teach me to play and understand...

5.0 (141)
40/hour
806 hours tutoring

I am an experienced chess coach /instructor with deep understanding of chess at high levels. I've been teaching students of all ages since 1980. My famous chess coach, Pavel Kondratiev and legendary player and brilliant writer David Bronshtein used to, teach me to play and understand...

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 more than 15 years and I can help you learn many effective strategies and...

5.0 (910)
100/hour
2,880 hours tutoring

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 more than 15 years and I can help you learn many effective strategies and...

Simon S. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for in-person tutoring
Simon S.
75/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

National Expert - USCF rating 2020

I have 25+ years experience playing and studying chess at the tournament level. I achieved the USCF expert title in 2015. I can help you learn the basic concepts, or help an advanced beginner tweak their tactical and strategic play. I am patient, and I want to spread appreciation for this beautiful game.

5.0 (5)
75/hour
16 hours tutoring

I have 25+ years experience playing and studying chess at the tournament level. I achieved the USCF expert title in 2015. I can help you learn the basic concepts, or help an advanced beginner tweak their tactical and strategic play. I am patient, and I want to spread appreciation for this beautiful game.

Here are even more great Chess tutors who offer online lessons.

Here are even more great Chess tutors who offer online lessons.

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Peter M.
60/hour

Peter M. Experienced and Effective Chess Tutor

I enjoy teaching kids and adults, pushing them to focus and improve on a consistent basis. My background playing is mostly correspondence chess which leads me to focus on small details and slowing down the pace of the game. I think kids...

5.0 (154)
60/hour
256 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I enjoy teaching kids and adults, pushing them to focus and improve on a consistent basis. My background playing is mostly correspondence chess which leads me to focus on small details and slowing down the pace of the game. I think kids...

Near Los Angeles, CA Tutoring
Chris T.
100/hour

Correspondence Chess Master, United States Chess Federation

Chris was able to instruct several individual National Chess Champions as well as coach for the Mission San Jose Elementary School chess team, which in 2009, 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2018 took first place at the USCF National Elementary...

4.9 (173)
100/hour
607 hours tutoring

Chris was able to instruct several individual National Chess Champions as well as coach for the Mission San Jose Elementary School chess team, which in 2009, 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2018 took first place at the USCF National Elementary...

Near Los Angeles, CA 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 (238)
70/hour
307 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 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...

Near Los Angeles, CA Tutoring
Owen P.
60/hour

Personal instruction to improve your chess

I want to share what I've learned with players who want to raise their level of play, whether online, with friends, or in clubs, leagues, or serious tournaments. But I've never forgotten that chess is fun. I'm here not to...

5.0 (16)
60/hour
156 hours tutoring

I want to share what I've learned with players who want to raise their level of play, whether online, with friends, or in clubs, leagues, or serious tournaments. But I've never forgotten that chess is fun. I'm here not to...

Near Los Angeles, CA Tutoring
Nicholas K.
48/hour

USCF National Chess Master with a background in Mathematics

I have been playing chess since 2004, and I am currently a National Master with a rating of 2265. Not only have I tutored chess to a variety of students at different levels, I have also taken chess lessons myself, so I am familiar...

5.0 (157)
48/hour
548 hours tutoring

I have been playing chess since 2004, and I am currently a National Master with a rating of 2265. Not only have I tutored chess to a variety of students at different levels, I have also taken chess lessons myself, so I am familiar...

Near Los Angeles, CA Tutoring
Nadezda K.
125/hour

International Chess Grandmaster

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

5.0 (15)
125/hour
33 hours tutoring

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

Near Los Angeles, CA 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 (392)
85/hour
1,336 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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Diane K.

1 Chess lesson

We have been having lessons for 6 months now. She is kind and very patient. She is very knowledgeable in various openings, middle and end games, and tactics. Whenever my son has a question, she always has the answer for him. They analyze the game/tournament my son had and discuss how to improve his chess skills. I would definitely recommend her as a chess coach.
Brian G.

1 Chess lesson

Carla is a wonderful chess coach. She is of course brilliant at chess, being a woman grandmaster and Olympian. However, she is also a kind, patient, enthusiastic, supportive, and articulate teacher. The fact I'm lousy at chess didn't bother her, but the fact that I love it made her excited to help me get better. I would heartily recommend Carla to anyone wishing to learn more about chess!
Debra A B.

4 Chess lessons

I did not know that James taught chess. The first thing we did was to play a game of chess to review my strength and weakness. He attempted to teach me how to count the pieces on the board and what pieces were under attack. Where there other pieces protecting those pieces. Look for open files and diagonal for the rooks, bishops, Queen. Look for good moves and find a the best movie. Look for hanging pieces. Suggested playing live chess a move a day.
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