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The Best Chess Tutors in Manhattan, NY

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Eshwar T. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eshwar T.
35/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

ICN Chess Acadamy Coach |Tutor For Kids And Adults

I have been teaching chess to kids/adults in person in NYC and online for 5 + years and I currently coach at one of the most competetive chess schools in the country for kids, ICN academy in New York City. My students have achieved significant milestones such as gaining a few hundred rating points...

5.0 (23)
35/hour
38 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have been teaching chess to kids/adults in person in NYC and online for 5 + years and I currently coach at one of the most competetive chess schools in the country for kids, ICN academy in New York City. My students have achieved significant milestones such as gaining a few hundred rating points...

Julian H. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Julian H.
35/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Chess Tutor

I founded and directed Colegio Menor Chess Club, reaching 60 members by the new year. Created and ran 2 hours per day classes with 30+ students for the American School of Guatemala. Broke into top 99th percentile of top players across the world and maintained ranking since 2023 (rapid rating of 2000).

5.0 (11)
35/hour
24 hours tutoring

I founded and directed Colegio Menor Chess Club, reaching 60 members by the new year. Created and ran 2 hours per day classes with 30+ students for the American School of Guatemala. Broke into top 99th percentile of top players across the world and maintained ranking since 2023 (rapid rating of 2000).

Lawrence C. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lawrence C.
75/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

FIDE Master, USCF Life Master

I earned the FIDE Master title in 1997. My FIDE rating is 2305 and a USCF peak rating of 2415.

5.0 (35)
75/hour
126 hours tutoring

I earned the FIDE Master title in 1997. My FIDE rating is 2305 and a USCF peak rating of 2415.

Christopher E. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christopher E.
55/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Storytelling Chess Teacher

I have four and a half years of experience teaching chess to hundreds of kids in classes at schools and in one on one tutoring sessions. My storytelling skills come from me being a trained actor, with education at Brooklyn College and HB Studio in New York City. I gained experience working with kids by...

5.0 (9)
55/hour
38 hours tutoring

I have four and a half years of experience teaching chess to hundreds of kids in classes at schools and in one on one tutoring sessions. My storytelling skills come from me being a trained actor, with education at Brooklyn College and HB Studio in New York City. I gained experience working with kids by...

Farirai G. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Farirai G.
50/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

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 chess arbiter.

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 chess arbiter.

Dan M. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dan M.
50/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Science/math teacher

I teach math at Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs, NY. I also manage a mathematical games programs in high school that includes mathematical board games like chess, GO etc. I am a registered payer with American Go Association.

4.7 (27)
50/hour
98 hours tutoring

I teach math at Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs, NY. I also manage a mathematical games programs in high school that includes mathematical board games like chess, GO etc. I am a registered payer with American Go Association.

Dharshan V. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dharshan V.
40/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

2200 rated Chess player with 6+ years on teaching experience

I'm a 2200 rated chess player with 6+ years of teaching experience. I've competed at the national level and have placed first in the state championship 3 times.

5.0 (52)
40/hour
93 hours tutoring

I'm a 2200 rated chess player with 6+ years of teaching experience. I've competed at the national level and have placed first in the state championship 3 times.

Natasha D. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Natasha D.
40/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Chess Champion in high school and college

I have played chess for twenty years. In high school and college, I played in tournaments where I represented my state or school. I have experience in strategy in playing both white and black and understand how to use the chess pieces where I can produce a checkmate.

5.0 (294)
40/hour
1,175 hours tutoring

I have played chess for twenty years. In high school and college, I played in tournaments where I represented my state or school. I have experience in strategy in playing both white and black and understand how to use the chess pieces where I can produce a checkmate.

Anisa M. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anisa M.
60/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Brown Grad

I have been playing chess for 6+ years now. I took a chess course in high school and I was also President of the chess club at my high school.

5.0 (5)
60/hour
9 hours tutoring

I have been playing chess for 6+ years now. I took a chess course in high school and I was also President of the chess club at my high school.

Arko C. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arko C.
25/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

World Open Champion | USCF/FIDE Tournament Player | Gift of Chess

I've also defeated National Masters in classical tournament play and have extensive online experience, reaching peak ratings above 2400 in bullet and rapid. As a member of the Gift of Chess Junior Advisory Board, I'm passionate about making chess accessible and helping students improve through...

5.0 (11)
25/hour
22 hours tutoring

I've also defeated National Masters in classical tournament play and have extensive online experience, reaching peak ratings above 2400 in bullet and rapid. As a member of the Gift of Chess Junior Advisory Board, I'm passionate about making chess accessible and helping students improve through...

Frank Y. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Frank Y.
120/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Science, Math and Computer Programming Tutor

I have played chess for more than 20 years. I can teach beginners how to play the game and some strategies.

4.8 (102)
120/hour
593 hours tutoring

I have played chess for more than 20 years. I can teach beginners how to play the game and some strategies.

Neil P. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Neil P.
120/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

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 rating from 1600 to 1800 in a 3 month span. I've beaten a few international...

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 rating from 1600 to 1800 in a 3 month span. I've beaten a few international...

Karl P. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Karl P.
30/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Math and Computer Science Instructor

I played chess since I was a little kid. I even took a chess summer camp when I was eleven, and I beat many of the students there. I still play now.

4.8 (370)
30/hour
1,560 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I played chess since I was a little kid. I even took a chess summer camp when I was eleven, and I beat many of the students there. I still play now.

Rene M. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rene M.
65/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Chess Coach - Child or Adult with 1674 USCF Rating

I've been an avid chess player since childhood and recently became a chess instructor for two middle schools wherein one instance my students took first place in overall wins in the 2013-2014 school year. I regularly play on a leading chess website where my rating ranks between 1500-1600 (Blitz...

5.0 (279)
65/hour
715 hours tutoring

I've been an avid chess player since childhood and recently became a chess instructor for two middle schools wherein one instance my students took first place in overall wins in the 2013-2014 school year. I regularly play on a leading chess website where my rating ranks between 1500-1600 (Blitz...

Andrew K. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew K.
50/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Chess Instructor

Currently, I teach elementary students how to play chess (2020 - Present) at a charter school in New Jersey.

5.0 (10)
50/hour
48 hours tutoring

Currently, I teach elementary students how to play chess (2020 - Present) at a charter school in New Jersey.

Benjamin M. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Benjamin M.
50/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

CS Graduate, Data Analyst & Chess Club Founder

I founded and served as Vice President of my high school's chess club, where I developed a passion for teaching the game to players of all skill levels. At my peak I held a 1400 ELO rating, giving me a strong grasp of intermediate tactics, positional play, and opening theory. I focus on building genuine...

5.0 (26)
50/hour
44 hours tutoring

I founded and served as Vice President of my high school's chess club, where I developed a passion for teaching the game to players of all skill levels. At my peak I held a 1400 ELO rating, giving me a strong grasp of intermediate tactics, positional play, and opening theory. I focus on building genuine...

Ilia K. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ilia K.
120/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Professional Chess Trainer

I am a professional trainer with 16 years of experience. I worked in Greece for 8 years, and in Norway for 8 years. I have been a Norwegian youth national chess team trainer for 3 years.

5.0 (2)
120/hour
5 hours tutoring

I am a professional trainer with 16 years of experience. I worked in Greece for 8 years, and in Norway for 8 years. I have been a Norwegian youth national chess team trainer for 3 years.

Mina S. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mina S.
35/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

- Experienced Chess player and Coach for more than 13 years.

I taught chess for several years in different schools between New York and New Jersey, where some of my students played at the Nationals and they achieved great results! some of the programs that I coached for are Alphaminds Academy and Chess Wizards Chess programs.

5.0 (14)
35/hour
35 hours tutoring

I taught chess for several years in different schools between New York and New Jersey, where some of my students played at the Nationals and they achieved great results! some of the programs that I coached for are Alphaminds Academy and Chess Wizards Chess programs.

Zachary L. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Zachary L.
90/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

1700 player with plenty of tournament experience and experienced tutor

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 ideally suited as a coach for players rated up to 1300.

5.0 (93)
90/hour
856 hours tutoring

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 ideally suited as a coach for players rated up to 1300.

Carla H. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Carla H.
85/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Woman Grandmaster with 0+ Years of Teaching Experience

Woman Grandmaster, this is the highest female title in chess. Olympic team player. I have played 5 Olympiads. World Cup Qualifier. In 2012 I qualified to the world cup, only 64 people of around the world had the honor to play the world cup.

4.8 (15)
85/hour
61 hours tutoring

Woman Grandmaster, this is the highest female title in chess. Olympic team player. I have played 5 Olympiads. World Cup Qualifier. In 2012 I qualified to the world cup, only 64 people of around the world had the honor to play the world cup.

Katsiaryna Z. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Katsiaryna Z.
60/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

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 earlier in my adult career, including section events at the Marshall...

5.0 (233)
60/hour
685 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 earlier in my adult career, including section events at the Marshall...

Dong L. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dong L.
80/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Chess Tutor

I have played chess extensively over the last few years. I am well-versed in theory, AlphaZero mindset when it comes to applying human-like approaches for strategizing in chess. I am also in the top 2 percent when it comes to bullet and blitz on the major chess website online, chess.com.

5.0 (57)
80/hour
121 hours tutoring

I have played chess extensively over the last few years. I am well-versed in theory, AlphaZero mindset when it comes to applying human-like approaches for strategizing in chess. I am also in the top 2 percent when it comes to bullet and blitz on the major chess website online, chess.com.

Jaime D. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jaime D.
76/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Chess Teacher

I have helped to run a chess team for two years. I am able to teach strategy and coordinate players.

4.9 (43)
76/hour
238 hours tutoring

I have helped to run a chess team for two years. I am able to teach strategy and coordinate players.

Vindhyaa P. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vindhyaa P.
175/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Experienced Chess Player & Private Tutor

After learning the rich history, practicing the nuanced strategies, and competing in various tournaments of Chess--I've taught children ages 4-14 Beginner and Intermediate levels of Chess at Hindu Learning Center and privately for the past 7 years. Courses span tactics such as forks, pins, discover attacks,...

5.0 (183)
175/hour
640 hours tutoring

After learning the rich history, practicing the nuanced strategies, and competing in various tournaments of Chess--I've taught children ages 4-14 Beginner and Intermediate levels of Chess at Hindu Learning Center and privately for the past 7 years. Courses span tactics such as forks, pins, discover attacks,...

Eli R. Near Manhattan, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eli R.
65/hour

Near Manhattan, NY

Experienced Chess Player and Instructor

I have played chess my whole life. My blitz rating on chess.com is over 2000. My USCF rating is 1739. I can teach anyone rated under 1600 on chess.com or under 1800 on lichess. I love teaching players of all levels from absolute beginner to strong intermediates. I currently teach both private chess lessons...

5.0 (6)
65/hour
8 hours tutoring

I have played chess my whole life. My blitz rating on chess.com is over 2000. My USCF rating is 1739. I can teach anyone rated under 1600 on chess.com or under 1800 on lichess. I love teaching players of all levels from absolute beginner to strong intermediates. I currently teach both private chess lessons...

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