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The Best Chess Tutors in Philadelphia, PA

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Todd G. Near Philadelphia, PA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Todd G.
99/hour

Near Philadelphia, PA

Math and Science Tutor

I've worked for Shining Knights Chess for the past 2 years as a chess coach. The position involves teaching chess lessons to classes of elementary school students and then assisting matches they play against one another.

4.9 (195)
99/hour
435 hours tutoring

I've worked for Shining Knights Chess for the past 2 years as a chess coach. The position involves teaching chess lessons to classes of elementary school students and then assisting matches they play against one another.

Jeffrey K. Philadelphia, PA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeffrey K.
40/hour

Philadelphia, PA

Competitive Chess player and top 0.5% on chess.com and lichess

I have a USCF rating of 2050 and a FIDE rating of 1875 and have beaten numerous strong players, including masters, in casual or rated games online and OTB. I have coached a local elementary school chess team and led them to the playoffs of a scholastic chess league for the first time in school history and...

5.0 (14)
40/hour
18 hours tutoring

I have a USCF rating of 2050 and a FIDE rating of 1875 and have beaten numerous strong players, including masters, in casual or rated games online and OTB. I have coached a local elementary school chess team and led them to the playoffs of a scholastic chess league for the first time in school history and...

Kathryn K. Near Philadelphia, PA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kathryn K.
70/hour

Near Philadelphia, PA

Perfect Chess Tutor for Beginners

I am a self-taught chess player who regularly ranks in the top 10% of their league. I combine excellent teaching skills with a sound knowledge of basic chess theory.

5.0 (121)
70/hour
315 hours tutoring
Response time: 55 minutes

I am a self-taught chess player who regularly ranks in the top 10% of their league. I combine excellent teaching skills with a sound knowledge of basic chess theory.

Rabbi G. Near Philadelphia, PA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rabbi G.
60/hour

Near Philadelphia, PA

Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah Prep Online

I am experienced introducing kids as well as adults to chess at which point they can enjoy the game with friends or family or accept my referral to a local chess club. That means that your youngster -- or you! -- can turn up to the first day of chess club feeling comfortable and confident and ready...

4.9 (52)
60/hour
136 hours tutoring

I am experienced introducing kids as well as adults to chess at which point they can enjoy the game with friends or family or accept my referral to a local chess club. That means that your youngster -- or you! -- can turn up to the first day of chess club feeling comfortable and confident and ready...

Omar A. Near Philadelphia, PA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Omar A.
30/hour

Near Philadelphia, PA

VERY Affordable Medical Student Chemistry tutor 10+ years Experience

I have been playing chess since I was 10.

4.9 (18)
30/hour
108 hours tutoring

I have been playing chess since I was 10.

Dorian M. Near Philadelphia, PA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dorian M.
70/hour

Near Philadelphia, PA

Trumpet Teacher - Musician, Trumpeter, Educator

I have been an avid chess player for many years. I ran a chess club in high school, and throughout college I often played chess with my professors.

5.0 (15)
70/hour
43 hours tutoring

I have been an avid chess player for many years. I ran a chess club in high school, and throughout college I often played chess with my professors.

Vanita Y. Philadelphia, PA, available for in-person tutoring
Vanita Y.
50/hour

Philadelphia, PA

Current coach in school on chess scholarship.

Five years of experience coaching chess. USCF rating of 1750 and fide rating of 1830. Coached by Grandmaster Susan Polgar. Featured in Chess Life magazine August 2015.

5.0 (9)
50/hour
18 hours tutoring

Five years of experience coaching chess. USCF rating of 1750 and fide rating of 1830. Coached by Grandmaster Susan Polgar. Featured in Chess Life magazine August 2015.

James P. Near Philadelphia, PA, available for in-person tutoring
James P.
60/hour

Near Philadelphia, PA

Beginner Chess Tutor: Enhance Your Skills with an 1100 ELO Player

I am an experienced chess player currently playing at the 1100 ELO level, and I am excited to offer my expertise as a beginner chess tutor. With a strong foundation in chess fundamentals, I can provide tailored lessons to address your specific needs and help you make significant progress. Whether you...

4.5 (11)
60/hour
45 hours tutoring

I am an experienced chess player currently playing at the 1100 ELO level, and I am excited to offer my expertise as a beginner chess tutor. With a strong foundation in chess fundamentals, I can provide tailored lessons to address your specific needs and help you make significant progress. Whether you...

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

Near Philadelphia, PA 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
579 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 Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Nathaniel W.
50/hour

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 (375)
50/hour
1,416 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutes

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...

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Alisher P.
50/hour

National Chess Master with 2272 rating.

I am a National Chess Master with a rating of 2272. I have played over 500 rated tournament games and can play blindfold chess. I've tutored many people to become better players and can do the same for you!

5.0 (67)
50/hour
262 hours tutoring

I am a National Chess Master with a rating of 2272. I have played over 500 rated tournament games and can play blindfold chess. I've tutored many people to become better players and can do the same for you!

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Scott S.
133/hour

No Stress Math Tutor

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.

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5.0 (382)
133/hour
1,091 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.

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
AKSHAYA A.
25/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 (61)
25/hour
132 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,...

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Nadezda K.
125/hour

International Chess Grandmaster

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

5.0 (10)
125/hour
23 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutes

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

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Austin E.
80/hour

Chess Tutoring for Casual and Tournament Players

...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...

5.0 (238)
80/hour
1,192 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutes

...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...

Near Philadelphia, PA 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 (60)
55/hour
219 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutes

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

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Jeremy B.
90/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 (315)
90/hour
742 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...

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Caleb W.
65/hour

USCF National Master, 7 years of experience teaching chess

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...

5.0 (114)
65/hour
510 hours tutoring

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...

Near Philadelphia, PA 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 (118)
120/hour
439 hours tutoring
Response time: 5 minutes

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...

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Michael T.
45/hour

Striving to give you skills that will last a lifetime!

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...

5.0 (61)
45/hour
265 hours tutoring

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...

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
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 (152)
60/hour
248 hours tutoring
Response time: 38 minutes

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 Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Katsiaryna Z.
55/hour

Candidate Master | Chess Since Age 5 | Int’l Tournaments & Coaching

With over 6 years of coaching experience, I work with kids and adults through tailored private and group lessons, both online and in person. I began playing chess at age 5 and went on to compete in numerous national and international junior...

5.0 (179)
55/hour
514 hours tutoring

With over 6 years of coaching experience, I work with kids and adults through tailored private and group lessons, both online and in person. I began playing chess at age 5 and went on to compete in numerous national and international junior...

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Frank S.
235/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 (1349)
235/hour
6,120 hours tutoring
Response time: 18 minutes

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...

Near Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Sean G.
65/hour

Experienced Academic Tutor and Intermediate-Level Chess Player

I don't have much experience teaching/coaching chess, but I am an experienced academic teacher and tutor in subjects including chemistry, physics, and math. Additionally, I am an intermediate-level chess player. I have...

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5.0 (1057)
65/hour
4,131 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutes

I don't have much experience teaching/coaching chess, but I am an experienced academic teacher and tutor in subjects including chemistry, physics, and math. Additionally, I am an intermediate-level chess player. I have...

Near Philadelphia, PA 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 (121)
48/hour
372 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...

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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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