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The Best Chess Tutors in Simi Valley, CA

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Dennis U. Near Simi Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dennis U.
40/hour

Near Simi Valley, CA

Self Taught Chess Expert / Chess Coach giving Zoom and in Home Lessons

I am a USCF candidate master with over 25 years playing experience. I have taught chess in after school programs and done in home tutoring to children and adults including children on the autism spectrum. I once taught chess on a transatlantic cruise ship and have been a chess consultant to director...

4.5 (6)
40/hour
12 hours tutoring

I am a USCF candidate master with over 25 years playing experience. I have taught chess in after school programs and done in home tutoring to children and adults including children on the autism spectrum. I once taught chess on a transatlantic cruise ship and have been a chess consultant to director...

Hwan C. Near Simi Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hwan C.
80/hour

Near Simi Valley, CA

2000+ Rated Chess Player

On chess.com, my peak rating is 2190 in blitz and currently my USCF rating is 1724

4.8 (5)
80/hour
11 hours tutoring

On chess.com, my peak rating is 2190 in blitz and currently my USCF rating is 1724

John S. Near Simi Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
John S.
90/hour

Near Simi Valley, CA

Chess Tutor

I have participated in professional chess competitions such as Acropolis International Chess Tournament, French Chess Championship and European Parliamentary Friendship Online Chess Tournament! I play chess for more than 15 years and I can help you learn many effective strategies and...

5.0 (866)
90/hour
2,482 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutes

I have participated in professional chess competitions such as Acropolis International Chess Tournament, French Chess Championship and European Parliamentary Friendship Online Chess Tournament! I play chess for more than 15 years and I can help you learn many effective strategies and...

Suzanna S. Near Simi Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Suzanna S.
55/hour

Near Simi Valley, CA

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.

Shane R. Near Simi Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Shane R.
45/hour

Near Simi Valley, CA

I have competed at a FIDE level. Excepting students below 2,000 elo

I have competed at a FIDE level in the local Thousand Oaks chess club. I have won games with over 2000 Elo level ratings playing online chess, such as on lichess. I have worked professionally teaching kids chess at ChessWizards, and I have much experience in private tutoring chess.

4.8 (20)
45/hour
113 hours tutoring

I have competed at a FIDE level in the local Thousand Oaks chess club. I have won games with over 2000 Elo level ratings playing online chess, such as on lichess. I have worked professionally teaching kids chess at ChessWizards, and I have much experience in private tutoring chess.

David B. Near Simi Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David B.
100/hour

Near Simi Valley, CA

Class A Player

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 tutored chess for years.

5.0 (134)
100/hour
901 hours tutoring
Response time: 18 minutes

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 tutored chess for years.

Simon S. Near Simi Valley, CA, available for in-person tutoring
Simon S.
75/hour

Near Simi Valley, CA

National Expert - USCF rating 2020

I have 25+ years experience playing and studying chess at the tournament level. I achieved the USCF expert title in 2015. I can help you learn the basic concepts, or help an advanced beginner tweak their tactical and strategic play. I am patient, and I want to spread appreciation for this beautiful game.

5.0 (5)
75/hour
16 hours tutoring

I have 25+ years experience playing and studying chess at the tournament level. I achieved the USCF expert title in 2015. I can help you learn the basic concepts, or help an advanced beginner tweak their tactical and strategic play. I am patient, and I want to spread appreciation for this beautiful game.

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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 Simi Valley, CA 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 Simi Valley, CA 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 Simi Valley, CA Tutoring
Hyrum F.
70/hour

Chess Tutor with 5+ Years of Coaching Experience

I am a 2100+ rated chess player, considered a very strong level of play, won multiple chess tournaments at BYU-Idaho College in Blitz and Rapid, and defeated titled masters over the board and online. I have over 5 years of...

5.0 (125)
70/hour
197 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

I am a 2100+ rated chess player, considered a very strong level of play, won multiple chess tournaments at BYU-Idaho College in Blitz and Rapid, and defeated titled masters over the board and online. I have over 5 years of...

Near Simi Valley, CA Tutoring
Atousa P.
95/hour

Woman Chess Grand Master

I am a Woman International Grandmaster in chess. I have my certificate in coaching, and have won many international tournaments.

5.0 (128)
95/hour
489 hours tutoring

I am a Woman International Grandmaster in chess. I have my certificate in coaching, and have won many international tournaments.

Near Simi Valley, CA Tutoring
Aaron S.
80/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 (287)
80/hour
782 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.

Near Simi Valley, CA 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 Simi Valley, CA Tutoring
Tanner H.
45/hour

Expert Chess Player and Tutor rated 2200+

Currently, I serve as the coach of a successful high school chess team, having previously led them to victory in the Idaho State team chess championship. As President of my college's chess club, I've been tutoring...

5.0 (25)
45/hour
189 hours tutoring

Currently, I serve as the coach of a successful high school chess team, having previously led them to victory in the Idaho State team chess championship. As President of my college's chess club, I've been tutoring...

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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
371 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...

Near Simi Valley, CA 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
6,119 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 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 Simi Valley, CA 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 Simi Valley, CA 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 Simi Valley, CA Tutoring
Sean G.
60/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)
60/hour
4,130 hours tutoring
Response time: 23 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 Simi Valley, CA 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 (759)
45/hour
1,686 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.

Near Simi Valley, CA 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 Simi Valley, CA 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 (315)
80/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 Simi Valley, CA 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 Simi Valley, CA Tutoring
Rama G.
30/hour

Highly Effective Teacher!

Hello Friend, I have been tutoring since 2016 - even before I started helping people on Wyzant. I am a very effective chess tutor/chess coach for anyone from an absolute beginner to an intermediate tournament player. I...

5.0 (139)
30/hour
1,123 hours tutoring

Hello Friend, I have been tutoring since 2016 - even before I started helping people on Wyzant. I am a very effective chess tutor/chess coach for anyone from an absolute beginner to an intermediate tournament player. I...

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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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