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Joey E. Greenville, SC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joey E.
38/hour

Greenville, SC

Experienced Tutor in Math & Science

I have played chess for over 30 years. I competed in multiple tournaments as a youth, and winning one and placing second in another. I have taught chess in group settings to elementary and middle school students.

5.0 (37)
38/hour
77 hours tutoring
Response time: 44 minutes

I have played chess for over 30 years. I competed in multiple tournaments as a youth, and winning one and placing second in another. I have taught chess in group settings to elementary and middle school students.

Robert N. Brentwood, TN, available for online & in-person tutoring
Robert N.
67/hour

Brentwood, TN

MIT Grad for Math, Science, and Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical)

I consider academics and education to be the greatest of all gifts. Having a good life means having good choices. Having a poor choice or a lack of choices leads to a poor life. Good choices only come from having a good education to see the...

4.8 (140)
67/hour
786 hours tutoring

I consider academics and education to be the greatest of all gifts. Having a good life means having good choices. Having a poor choice or a lack of choices leads to a poor life. Good choices only come from having a good education to see the...

Peter M. Asheville, NC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Peter M.
60/hour

Asheville, NC

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: 49 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...

Richard D. Nashville, TN, available for online & in-person tutoring
Richard D.
50/hour

Nashville, TN

Chess player

I have been playing chess for over 30 years and have been giving lessons for three. I can teach the basic rules and intermediate strategy.

4.9 (265)
50/hour
729 hours tutoring

I have been playing chess for over 30 years and have been giving lessons for three. I can teach the basic rules and intermediate strategy.

Tyler M. Greer, SC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tyler M.
29/hour

Greer, SC

1700+ Peak Online Rating tutoring from beginner to 1200+ ELO

I specialize in mentoring beginner and intermediate players of all ages in the formative development of chess strategies and tactics (up to 1200–1400 ELO). I welcome all new players and aspiring youth candidates to the world of online...

5.0 (8)
29/hour
41 hours tutoring

I specialize in mentoring beginner and intermediate players of all ages in the formative development of chess strategies and tactics (up to 1200–1400 ELO). I welcome all new players and aspiring youth candidates to the world of online...

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

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

Seattle, WA 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 (62)
25/hour
135 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,...

Los Angeles, 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.

Bourbonnais, IL 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
1,193 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 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...

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 (60)
55/hour
221 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutes

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

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 (762)
45/hour
1,692 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.

Boyds, MD 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: 3 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...

Iowa City, IA 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...

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 (118)
120/hour
440 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...

Los Angeles, 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 (115)
65/hour
511 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...

Idaho Falls, ID 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...

Brooklyn, NY 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
263 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!

Frederick, MD 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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Tomorrow
5.0 (382)
133/hour
1,095 hours tutoring
Response time: 47 minutes

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.

Tustin, 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 (140)
30/hour
1,134 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...

Cambridge, MA 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...

Fremont, CA 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
580 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...

Atlanta, GA 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
376 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...

Tallahassee, FL Tutoring
Russ B.
32/hour

Chess Tutor with 20+ Years of Experience

I have over 20 years of experience playing chess, and I enjoy sharing my love of chess with others! After studying and playing thousands of games, I have learned the winning strategies such as strong openings, good defense, and...

5.0 (185)
32/hour
732 hours tutoring
Response time: 21 minutes

I have over 20 years of experience playing chess, and I enjoy sharing my love of chess with others! After studying and playing thousands of games, I have learned the winning strategies such as strong openings, good defense, and...

Columbia, SC 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 (1355)
235/hour
6,152 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 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...

Austin, TX 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 (289)
80/hour
791 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.

Rexburg, ID 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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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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