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Santa Cruz, CA
I am an experienced chess player with a rating around 1900 and a deep understanding of both strategy and tactics. I have taught students of different ages and skill levels, helping them improve their openings, middlegame planning, and...
I am an experienced chess player with a rating around 1900 and a deep understanding of both strategy and tactics. I have taught students of different ages and skill levels, helping them improve their openings, middlegame planning, and...
Sacramento, CA
I have played serious chess all my adult life. I played tournaments and was taught by a Master Chess player at one time. I understand many of the strategies underlying the game.
I have played serious chess all my adult life. I played tournaments and was taught by a Master Chess player at one time. I understand many of the strategies underlying the game.
San Francisco, CA
As an educator, I have formally taught chess in my high school and middle school classes as both a teacher and an administrator. I have tutored students extensively in after-school programs in chess as the tutoring programs teacher...
As an educator, I have formally taught chess in my high school and middle school classes as both a teacher and an administrator. I have tutored students extensively in after-school programs in chess as the tutoring programs teacher...
Stephen is a "10!" We feel so fortunate to have found him to work with our freshman student across the board in many of his subjects. Stephen is patient and skilled. - Abra, 66 lessons with Stephen
San Francisco, CA
I have played chess for more than 30 years and have won several tournaments. I love the game and have taught chess to many students over the years. It is an easy game to learn but a difficult game to master. It is a fine test for the...
I have played chess for more than 30 years and have won several tournaments. I love the game and have taught chess to many students over the years. It is an easy game to learn but a difficult game to master. It is a fine test for the...
Emeryville, CA
I am currently a chess instructor with the company Chess Scholars. I teach students K-6 at all levels. I teach a curriculum based on a belt system (similar to karate) and am solely responsible for the curriculum and instruction for...
I am currently a chess instructor with the company Chess Scholars. I teach students K-6 at all levels. I teach a curriculum based on a belt system (similar to karate) and am solely responsible for the curriculum and instruction for...
Madeline had taught me about speaking in English. I had worried about that maybe she can frustrate about my language skill. But she had kindly waited until the end of my talk. I had felt very thankful about her kindness. And sh... - Jinho, 23 lessons with Madeline
Fremont, CA
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...
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...
Cupertino, CA
Ever since I was a kid, I have loved to play chess, whether with family, friends, or anyone I come across. I have a peak rating of 1719 on chess.com, and know several different openings, as well as theory through the middle and end game to...
Ever since I was a kid, I have loved to play chess, whether with family, friends, or anyone I come across. I have a peak rating of 1719 on chess.com, and know several different openings, as well as theory through the middle and end game to...
We can see the progress and improvement. Thank you so much. Looking forward to the next lesson. We will practice by ourselves in the meantime. - Christian, 8 lessons with Jonah
San Jose, CA
I am a certified chess coach by the United States Chess Federation
I am a certified chess coach by the United States Chess Federation
Antonio is fantastic with my young son. He is very patient and positive and is able to keep him engaged. He has a very calm demeanor and teaches at a developmentally appropriate and fun level but never talks down to my son or make... - Kym, 4 lessons with Antonio
Fremont, CA
I started playing chess at the nationally-ranked, after-school chess program at my elementary school at the age of 5. Until high school, I played competitively in over a 100 rated tournaments, reached a rating of 1500 in UCSF,...
I started playing chess at the nationally-ranked, after-school chess program at my elementary school at the age of 5. Until high school, I played competitively in over a 100 rated tournaments, reached a rating of 1500 in UCSF,...
Santa Rosa, CA
I have been playing chess on and off for about 10 years. Although I do not have a formal FIDE rating I play on Chess.com with other competitive players. I am familiar with basic openings and defenses and how the game unfolds into the...
I have been playing chess on and off for about 10 years. Although I do not have a formal FIDE rating I play on Chess.com with other competitive players. I am familiar with basic openings and defenses and how the game unfolds into the...
This is a comment from a grateful parent, I will have my children follow up with their own insights. We have triplets, Will is willing and able to tackle any subject the kids need at a moment's notice. He is brilliant, he can tuto... - Stephanie, 64 lessons with William
Berkeley, CA
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.
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.
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 did... - Brian
Redding, CA
I am proficient in many subjects, but currently I only tutor Chess. I am logical, encouraging, and patient. I also have 15 years of experience working as a youth counselor. I have a partner as well who is very competent in chess and...
I am proficient in many subjects, but currently I only tutor Chess. I am logical, encouraging, and patient. I also have 15 years of experience working as a youth counselor. I have a partner as well who is very competent in chess and...
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 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...
...ability. After this, studying chess tactics becomes crucial for the player looking to improve quickly. A mastery of chess tactics supplemented with a firm grasp of the endgame is the most effective road to chess success. Once students have a strong...
...ability. After this, studying chess tactics becomes crucial for the player looking to improve quickly. A mastery of chess tactics supplemented with a firm grasp of the endgame is the most effective road to chess success. Once students have a strong...
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! - Mary, 14 lessons with Frank
I have played chess for over 40 years and have been teaching chess since 2003. I am one of only eleven people in the United States to earn the title of Level IV National Chess Coach from the United States Chess...
I have played chess for over 40 years and have been teaching chess since 2003. I am one of only eleven people in the United States to earn the title of Level IV National Chess Coach from the United States Chess...
...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
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 W. is an amazing tutor and is very good at chess and is patient. He shows me a lot and he enjoys the time and work. He’s teaching for the fun and to help others learn to be great at chess - Paula, 5 lessons with Nathaniel
My name is Michael Takahashi and I am a USCF National Master, professional chess player, and chess coach from Iowa City, Iowa in the United States! I've been teaching chess players from all ages since 2022 and I would...
My name is Michael Takahashi and I am a USCF National Master, professional chess player, and chess coach from Iowa City, Iowa in the United States! I've been teaching chess players from all ages since 2022 and I would...
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
I have over 20 years of experience playing chess, and I enjoy sharing my love of chess with others! After studying and playing thousands of games, I have learned the winning strategies such as strong openings, good defense, and...
I have over 20 years of experience playing chess, and I enjoy sharing my love of chess with others! After studying and playing thousands of games, I have learned the winning strategies such as strong openings, good defense, and...
I would definitely recommend Russ B to anyone that is interested in learning Spanish. Spanish is a difficult language. The rules of Spanish grammar such as reflexive pronouns and conjugating irregular verbs can be tricky for Engli... - Edward, 368 lessons with Russ
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 am USCF National Chess Master with a peak rating over 2200. I have been playing chess at the state and national level for the past 15 years, and I've competed in over 250 tournaments to date.
I am USCF National Chess Master with a peak rating over 2200. I have been playing chess at the state and national level for the past 15 years, and I've competed in over 250 tournaments to date.
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 7 years old son started weekly lessons with Mr Ezekiel H three weeks ago and the progress has exceeded our expectations. Each lesson is a mix of demonstration, interactive exercises, and game analysis, and after every session, ... - Doris, 24 lessons with Ezekiel
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...
Neil is a fantastic tutor - his command of Excel is astounding. I was not feeling at all confident about the subject/material, but after our first hour, I feel 1000% better. He is able to simplify otherwise complex problems into e... - Susie
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