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The Best Chess Tutors in Rego Park, NY

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Carla H.

60/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Woman Grandmaster with 0+ Years of Teaching Experience

4.8 (15)

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.

Wonderful Chess Coach!

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

Eric Wai Chee C.

30/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Chess Tutor

5.0 (2)

6 hours tutoring

I have a rating of 2000 blitz and 2300 rapid on chess.com. I have also taught young children from the ages of 4 to 11 chess during the summer twice in the past.

Lawrence C.

75/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

FIDE Master, USCF Life Master

5.0 (35)

126 hours tutoring

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

Great teacher

Did a great job coaching my son for several months, helping him with chess skills and strategy. Thank you for the coaching! - David , 9 lessons with Lawrence

Zachary L.

90/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

1700 player with plenty of tournament experience and experienced tutor

5.0 (92)

830 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.

Frank Y.

120/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Science, Math and Computer Programming Tutor

4.8 (102)

593 hours tutoring

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

Knowledgeable and patient tutor.

Knows how to impart knowledge and information to students in a manner that is simple and easy to understand. He is also a patient tutor and doesn't rush you when you don't understand something right away. - MIRIAM, 5 lessons with Frank

Julian H.

35/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Chess Tutor

5.0 (11)

24 hours tutoring

Response time: 4 minutes

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).

Eshwar T.

30/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

ICN Chess Acadamy Coach |Tutor For Kids And Adults

5.0 (14)

26 hours tutoring

Response time: 8 minutes

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...

patient tutor

We’ve been so impressed with his professionalism and the way he tackles complex challenges. His problem-solving skills are top-notch and a huge asset to any project! - Cemal, 15 lessons with Eshwar

Dong L.

80/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Chess Tutor

5.0 (57)

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.

76/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Chess Teacher

4.9 (43)

238 hours tutoring

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

John L.

36/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Chess Tutor

5.0 (88)

748 hours tutoring

I tutored chess for 3 years for a volunteer group called the Metis project. I am 2400 rated player on lichess.org, capable of tutoring both speed chess and classical.

Katsiaryna Z.

60/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Candidate Master | Coach for Kids & Adults | International Tournaments

5.0 (230)

674 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...

Knowledgeable, sharp and patient !

Kate has been coaching my son for over a year now, and it’s been a great experience. She goes through his games, figures out what he needs to work on, and then tailors each lesson to help him improve. She’s super patient and reall... - Subash, 120 lessons with Katsiaryna

Karl P.

30/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Math and Computer Science Instructor

4.8 (370)

1,560 hours tutoring

Response time: 16 minutes

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.

Ilia K.

120/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Professional Chess Trainer

5.0 (2)

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.

Farirai G.

50/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Chess Instructor

5.0 (243)

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.

Farirai Is Awesome

Simply put Farirai is a great choice for beginners like myself to learn chess. He was able to clearly explain ideas and break things down even for someone who does not know much about chess. He is a gentleman and if you are lookin... - Dylan

Neil P.

120/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Learn through understanding, not memorizing

5.0 (128)

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...

Knowledgeable and smart

My son had a chess lesson with Neil and he was amazed how the move of each piece really works! That there is a reason behind every movement and he should really think ahead. - Bita

Vindhyaa P.

175/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Experienced Chess Player & Private Tutor

5.0 (183)

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,...

Truly a Hidden Gem -- Incredible Tutor

Vindhyaa has been teaching our daughter for the past 3 years, and we just discovered Wynzant. She has been a HUGE rescue keeping my daughter motivated and ahead of her classes (especially during COVID remote times). She is patient... - Hoori

Christopher E.

55/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Storytelling Chess Teacher

5.0 (9)

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...

My daughter said she wants to learn more chess with Christopher after the first session.

My 7yo daughter said she enjoyed her lesson (a full hour remotely over a laptop screen) and would do it again. She liked his stories and said he was really good at chess : ) We are likely going to try an in person one next as wel... - Tahl, 6 lessons with Christopher

Rene M.

65/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Chess Coach - Child or Adult with 1674 USCF Rating

5.0 (279)

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...

Articulate and Patient

It is the first time my son (6 y o) played chess and I'm impressed with Rene's teaching skills. Rene explained chess to my son using real life examples to problem solve, plan and to foresee the next move. Rene is articulate, pati... - Ann

Ernesto T.

40/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

NYC Chess Instructor

5.0 (10)

41 hours tutoring

Currently I have been a part of the United States Chess Federation for the past 14 years. My USCF rating is +1600 which has allowed me to teach for over 5 years at different non profit organizations. Through these non profit organizations I have been given the opportunity to teach from different skill levels...

Great Tutor

He is very knowledgeable, he comes to the lessons prepared and is very helpful with the learning process. As someone who has never played chess before i found him to be very informative and i think everyone who wants to pursue thi... - Bim

Eli R.

65/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Experienced Chess Player and Instructor

5.0 (6)

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...

Arko C.

25/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

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

5.0 (7)

12 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...

Anisa M.

60/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

Brown Grad

5.0 (5)

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.

Rooney S.

75/hour

Near Rego Park, NY

New York City Knight

4.9 (7)

25 hours tutoring

Having been a United States Chess Federation expert for years, a member of various chess clubs, including the Marshall Chess Club, the Polgar Chess club, and the Queens Chess Club, I have experience in teaching chess to both young and old. Until recently I was a member of...

Very patient teacher!

It was my son's first lesson and he checked what my son knows about chess and made sure he understood how every single piece moves with purpose. My son liked his lesson and looking forward to it!! - Naoko

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Griffin H.

49/hour

Chess Coach

5.0 (477)

962 hours tutoring

Response time: 25 minutes

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...

Knowledgeable and patient chess coach

Great chess lesson! Children enjoyed it and want to continue learning! Thank you! Great chess lesson! Children enjoyed it and want to continue learning! Thank you! - Natalya, 19 lessons with Griffin

Peter M.

60/hour

USCF Expert and Correspondence Senior Master with 20+ Years Exp

5.0 (156)

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...

Learn and Win

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

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Eladio exceeded our expectations for our Chess Lessons. He is a Certified Chess Coach, which helps our children receive very well thought out and complete strategies for the game of Chess. I highly recommend him.

Jonathan S.

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Brian taught me about en passant, mating the opponent's king with just a queen and a king. He also taught me about king-side and queen-side castling We also reviewed beginning game moves and talked about strategy. He was also kind enough to write down for me resources where I could learn more about chess and practice my game. During my meeting with Brian, I felt like he did all he could to help me improve.

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John is a wonderful tutor that yielded the results needed and surpassed my expectations. He was patient and explained things in a clear and concise manner that my son understood. My teenagers state math test score went from a 3 to a 4. I have recommended John to several friends and will also be hiring him again. He and my son used Chess to break the ice and in between long lessons.

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