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New York, NY
I earned the FIDE Master title in 1997. My FIDE rating is 2305 and a USCF peak rating of 2415.
I earned the FIDE Master title in 1997. My FIDE rating is 2305 and a USCF peak rating of 2415.
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
Whitestone, NY
- 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...
- 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...
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, 129 lessons with Katsiaryna
Long Island City, NY
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...
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...
He is very knowledgeable and skilled. My daughter does better and has learned so much in such a short time with his help. When a person can teach what they know it shows they really know their Craft. Eshwar is one of those types ... - Debbie, 12 lessons with Eshwar
Rutherford, NJ
I have played chess for twenty years. In high school and college, I played in tournaments where I represented my state or school. I have experience in strategy in playing both white and black and understand how to use the chess...
I have played chess for twenty years. In high school and college, I played in tournaments where I represented my state or school. I have experience in strategy in playing both white and black and understand how to use the chess...
New York, NY
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...
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...
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
New York, NY
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.
New York, NY
I'm a 2200 rated chess player with 6+ years of teaching experience. I've competed at the national level and have placed first in the state championship 3 times.
I'm a 2200 rated chess player with 6+ years of teaching experience. I've competed at the national level and have placed first in the state championship 3 times.
New York, NY
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.
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.
New York, NY
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...
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...
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
Astoria, NY
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...
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...
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
New York, NY
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...
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...
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
New York, NY
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
New York, NY
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.
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.
Jersey City, NJ
I teach math at Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs, NY. I also manage a mathematical games programs in high school that includes mathematical board games like chess, GO etc. I am a registered payer with American Go Association.
I teach math at Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs, NY. I also manage a mathematical games programs in high school that includes mathematical board games like chess, GO etc. I am a registered payer with American Go Association.
I played chess through high school and college playing in tournaments such as States, Nationals, and US Amateur Team East with high placements. I have a uscf over the board rating of 1958 and rapid rating of over 2200 on Lichess. I have...
I played chess through high school and college playing in tournaments such as States, Nationals, and US Amateur Team East with high placements. I have a uscf over the board rating of 1958 and rapid rating of over 2200 on Lichess. I have...
Hi! My name is Savetha and I'm a professional chess player. Current USCF rating 2129 (USCF ID : 16699312). I've been playing chess since 1997. Notable achievements: In US Women top 100 list. (46th as per Sep 2019)...
Hi! My name is Savetha and I'm a professional chess player. Current USCF rating 2129 (USCF ID : 16699312). I've been playing chess since 1997. Notable achievements: In US Women top 100 list. (46th as per Sep 2019)...
Savetha is very knowledgeable about chess and friendly with kids. She gave good chess puzzles to our son in the first class. She was open to adjusting her pace based on feedback we provided. - Haritha
I am a Class A chess player with peak ratings of 1825 USCF and 2552 on chess.com. I have participated in and won multiple chess tournaments with the West Lafayette Chess Club and Purdue Chess Club. I have gained...
I am a Class A chess player with peak ratings of 1825 USCF and 2552 on chess.com. I have participated in and won multiple chess tournaments with the West Lafayette Chess Club and Purdue Chess Club. I have gained...
I was the top chess player on my high school team. I have informally coached in several chess clubs, especially with beginners and children. I have taught chess in both English and Spanish. I have a PhD in linguistics, with 40...
I was the top chess player on my high school team. I have informally coached in several chess clubs, especially with beginners and children. I have taught chess in both English and Spanish. I have a PhD in linguistics, with 40...
Steve was an attentive listener tutoring our son in chess. He met him at his level and showed patience and warmth as he worked with our son. A great tutor both knows the subject and knows how to teach it — in my experience Steve ... - Christopher
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 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 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 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
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 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
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
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