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Boyds, MD
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

Derwood, MD
I've been given the FM title by FIDE and NM title by USCF and NM by Singapore Chess Federation. The FM title is an international title for players who've gone over 2300 ELO.
I've been given the FM title by FIDE and NM title by USCF and NM by Singapore Chess Federation. The FM title is an international title for players who've gone over 2300 ELO.
I did 6 lessons with Luke. Each of them were very well planned, explained, and benefical. For each session we did, he created a Lichess study with a bunch of chapters that we would go over. Then, he would give me homework from tha... - Sujan, 6 lessons with Luke

Baltimore, MD
I am a USCF tournament chess player, with OTB rating of 1550, chess.com blitz rating of 2030, lichess blitz rating of 2140. Haven't played in tournaments for a while so my otb rating is much lower than it should be, but chess.com is a...
I am a USCF tournament chess player, with OTB rating of 1550, chess.com blitz rating of 2030, lichess blitz rating of 2140. Haven't played in tournaments for a while so my otb rating is much lower than it should be, but chess.com is a...
Theo is the man. Awesome, awesome chess tutor. Breaks complex strategies down into digestible learning nuggets. Very patient, great teacher. Already seeing improvement in my game. Highly recommend Theo. - Justin, 4 lessons with Theodore

Columbia, MD
I have been playing chess for most of my life and have been able to teach people on the fly. I am an active participant on gameknot.com which I have been playing for over 5 years. I just tutored my first student in chess and it...
I have been playing chess for most of my life and have been able to teach people on the fly. I am an active participant on gameknot.com which I have been playing for over 5 years. I just tutored my first student in chess and it...
Teaches the most important things, keeps things focused, gets you ready to start playing chess games immediately, very patient, answers all questions thoroughly - Judy

Baltimore, MD
I haven't played chess competitively since middle school. The one of the last tournament I played I scored top female in my state. I also have experience teaching students from my county chess, mostly online through Chess.com,...
I haven't played chess competitively since middle school. The one of the last tournament I played I scored top female in my state. I also have experience teaching students from my county chess, mostly online through Chess.com,...

Frederick, MD
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.
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.
Scott has been an amazing help for my son! Since Scott has started working with him, his fundamental understanding of Algebra 1 has increased substantially...along with his test scores! Scott has a low pressure method of teaching,... - Kelly, 5 lessons with Scott

College Park, MD
I have taught chess in elementary schools for 2 years, both in after-school settings.
I have taught chess in elementary schools for 2 years, both in after-school settings.

Taneytown, MD
I have been playing and teaching chess for over 40 years. Specifically, I ran a chess club for elementary students in an after-school program with Recreation & Parks.
I have been playing and teaching chess for over 40 years. Specifically, I ran a chess club for elementary students in an after-school program with Recreation & Parks.
I would highly recommend Paul as a tutor. I consider myself to be one of the most difficult people to even attempt to teach. Because of my learning challenges I have had difficulty in the past understanding math concepts and found... - Josh, 31 lessons with Paul

Woodbridge, VA
I have been playing Chess for all of my life. I won my High School Chess Tournament twice and have been playing ever since. Over a year ago I worked as a Chess Instructor for the Olympia Chess Academy and taught young...
I have been playing Chess for all of my life. I won my High School Chess Tournament twice and have been playing ever since. Over a year ago I worked as a Chess Instructor for the Olympia Chess Academy and taught young...
He is very patient and he is a great teacher. My 15 year old son enjoys learning history, religion, and study skills from him. - Gillian, 24 lessons with Sean

Kennett Square, PA
I have over 1,000 hours of experience teaching Chess and have trained and studied for hundreds of hours with strong Grandmasters including a very strong Grandmaster who was formerly the 4th strongest player in the world and also with top...
I have over 1,000 hours of experience teaching Chess and have trained and studied for hundreds of hours with strong Grandmasters including a very strong Grandmaster who was formerly the 4th strongest player in the world and also with top...
I wasn’t so sure how this would go but my 13 year old daughter really wanted help to get better at chess and I couldn’t help her. We found Hannibal who is amazing! He is so knowledgeable and knew how to keep my daughter interested... - Robin

Warrenton, VA
Very experienced chess player with a high FIDE rating of 2170, British Schools Chess Championship winner, former England junior squad member, represented Oxford University at chess.
Very experienced chess player with a high FIDE rating of 2170, British Schools Chess Championship winner, former England junior squad member, represented Oxford University at chess.
Tony is very experienced and knowledgeable. He keeps his lesson effective, engaging and fun. At each lesson, he teaches me new chess tactics, and we try them out in actual games. - Yasmin, 8 lessons with Tony

Washington, DC
Avid consumer of chess lessons through books and online resources, with a deep and nuanced understanding of the game exemplified by my over-30,000 online games and 2400 rating. I've taught group chess lessons to varied audiences...
Avid consumer of chess lessons through books and online resources, with a deep and nuanced understanding of the game exemplified by my over-30,000 online games and 2400 rating. I've taught group chess lessons to varied audiences...

Ashburn, VA
I have played in tournaments since I was 10 and currently participate in competitions online.
I have played in tournaments since I was 10 and currently participate in competitions online.

Washington, DC
I have used chess and other board games to help students learn a language. In addition, in elementary school and middle school, I participated in a Chess summer camp and the last two years won first place. I have a lot of...
I have used chess and other board games to help students learn a language. In addition, in elementary school and middle school, I participated in a Chess summer camp and the last two years won first place. I have a lot of...
I was very apprehensive with an online course, but I am excited for my next lesson! We went over basics for a refresher, watched a video and practiced reading comprehension, writing and speaking. - Lucas, 2 lessons with John

I ranked in the top 100 in the nation for my age division for almost a decade, and have coached dozens of beginners in an after-school chess program.
I ranked in the top 100 in the nation for my age division for almost a decade, and have coached dozens of beginners in an after-school chess program.
Love the practice puzzles we go over together to cause me to think multiple steps ahead in the game of chess. He has been able to break down tactics so that I can get a stronger start, midgame and finish as I am learning the game.... - Jacinda, 2 lessons with Sriman

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 have taught chess at multiple schools for the past five years. I have also worked with many students individually both online and in person. Currently, one of my students is ranked the top girl her age under USCF rankings.
I have taught chess at multiple schools for the past five years. I have also worked with many students individually both online and in person. Currently, one of my students is ranked the top girl her age under USCF rankings.

Classroom and private chess coach for 20+ years. Former US Chess Expert with 2100 Chess.com Rapid Rating. 15 Arizona State Championship teams and individuals in grades Kindergarten thru 6th grade. Chess Teacher for over 1000...
Classroom and private chess coach for 20+ years. Former US Chess Expert with 2100 Chess.com Rapid Rating. 15 Arizona State Championship teams and individuals in grades Kindergarten thru 6th grade. Chess Teacher for over 1000...
My son has been learning Chess with Josh for a few weeks. Josh is very knowledgeable, kind and patient coach. My son is enjoying and has fun on his sessions and chess camp. - Ming, 4 lessons with Josh

I first learned to play chess when I joined the chess club in my elementary school in fifth grade. Since then, I have played on and off as my schedule permits. I began training seriously my freshman year of college and currently have...
I first learned to play chess when I joined the chess club in my elementary school in fifth grade. Since then, I have played on and off as my schedule permits. I began training seriously my freshman year of college and currently have...
I am not a visual person. Itziar helped me with the perceptual ability section of the DAT. He helped raise my practice exam scores to what I wanted. He really broke the concepts down and was patient with me when I did not understa... - B, 2 lessons with Itziar

I have been playing and teaching chess for 25 years. My best online rating is 2100+ on ICC. I can teach various openings, middle game strategy, including tactics and combinations, as well as elements of the end game. We play and analyze...
I have been playing and teaching chess for 25 years. My best online rating is 2100+ on ICC. I can teach various openings, middle game strategy, including tactics and combinations, as well as elements of the end game. We play and analyze...
Both my sons have been working with Ephraim for three years. In this period, he has taught them prealgebra, algebra I and algebra II and geometry, counting and probability, and number theory. He also prepared my eldest son for the... - Ruyi, 350 lessons with Ephraim

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...
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...
David showed me and my partner a great time. We wanted just a single lesson go get introduced to chess and it was so much fun! We now have a board game ourselves and plan to play in the future. Thanks David for being patient and m... - Melissa

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...
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...
Good lesson! Caleb was patient and kind to my daughter. His knowledge of chess was apparent. Glad we did the lesson. My daughter was excited for chess after the lesson. - Katherine

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 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

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...
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...
John is extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. Our first lesson we talked about my goals and worked through crucial exercises. I would recommend John to a friend. - Spencer, 3 lessons with John
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