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The Best Chess Tutors in Northern Virginia, VA

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Nathaniel W. Boyds, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nathaniel W.
50/hour

Boyds, MD

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
1,564 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...

Scott S. Frederick, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Scott S.
180/hour

Frederick, MD

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.

Josh W. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Josh W.
350/hour

Washington, DC

Chess Afficianado, 2400 Rating Over 30,000 Online Games

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...

5.0 (108)
350/hour
245 hours tutoring

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...

Tony S. Warrenton, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tony S.
65/hour

Warrenton, VA

Expert chess player and coach

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.

5.0 (58)
65/hour
337 hours tutoring
Response time: 46 minutesNote that average response time is based on Tony’s active hours, which are 12:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

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.

Luke W. Derwood, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Luke W.
60/hour

Derwood, MD

FIDE Master (FM)

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.

5.0 (9)
60/hour
21 hours tutoring

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.

Sean H. Woodbridge, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sean H.
70/hour

Woodbridge, VA

US & World History Tutor, Religion Tutor, Elementary/MS Math Tutor

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...

4.9 (129)
70/hour
693 hours tutoring

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...

Mital G. College Park, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mital G.
35/hour

College Park, MD

Chess tutor

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

4.7 (49)
35/hour
204 hours tutoring

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

John T. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
John T.
58/hour

Washington, DC

Greek Teacher- I enjoy helping others learn the Greek language.

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...

5.0 (35)
58/hour
39 hours tutoring

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...

Roberto P. Ashburn, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Roberto P.
50/hour

Ashburn, VA

Master's Certified Teacher with Experience to Tutor Different Subjects

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

5.0 (26)
50/hour
35 hours tutoring

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

Matthew S. Columbia, MD, available for in-person tutoring
Matthew S.
75/hour

Columbia, MD

Flexible and Friendly Tutor in Baltimore

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...

4.7 (160)
75/hour
638 hours tutoring

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...

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

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

Coeur D Alene, ID Tutoring
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
961 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 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...

Austin, TX 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 (409)
85/hour
1,430 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.

Sherman Oaks, CA Tutoring
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

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

Whitestone, NY 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 (229)
60/hour
671 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...

Concord, MA Tutoring
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
48 hours tutoring

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

Seattle, WA Tutoring
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
212 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,...

Asheville, NC 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
263 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...

Idaho Falls, ID 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 (242)
70/hour
313 hours tutoring

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...

Iron River, MI Tutoring
Lance G.
44/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 (1393)
44/hour
4,307 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...

Grand Rapids, MI 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
1,920 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.

Bourbonnais, 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
1,243 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...

Atlanta, GA Tutoring
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 (173)
48/hour
597 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...

Cambridge, MA Tutoring
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
760 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...

Columbia, SC 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 (1549)
285/hour
6,793 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 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...

Brooklyn, NY Tutoring
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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Daphne S.

14 Chess lessons

6/30/2014 Rachel is an awesome chess tutor for our 6-year-old son. She is not only knowledgeable in all matters of chess, but she is patient and funny and makes chess a fun and pleasurable game, which is what it should be for a child. We are looking forward to more lessons with Rachel and to her helping us have our son tournament-ready by this fall!
Nickolas W.

1 Chess lesson

Tom is very enthusiastic about chess and has a clear knowledge of the deeper intricacies of the game. Our lesson was very educational and eye opening. I could not be happier with the experience and definitely recommend for anyone who is seeking to improve their chess.
Alexandra S.

2 Chess lessons

George was giving to my child chess and history lesson. We all agree on his deep knowledge of both subjects. He is a very high rated chess player. George is enthusiastic about the subjects and loves sharing that knowledge with his students. He definitely ­encourages higher levels of thinking. We also find George to be a reliable, punctual and dependable. We would recommend this tutor for any students age 11 and up.
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Northern Virginia, VA Chess Tutors Cost $35 - 60 per hour on average

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Chess Tutors in Northern Virginia, VA

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Chess coaching covers fundamentals like opening strategies, tactics, endgames, and positional play. Whether a student is just starting out, preparing for competitions, or refining advanced techniques, personalized lessons can support specific goals and overcome challenges.

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