Personal Chess Coaching for Beginners and Intermediates

A partir de 63.38 $ /h

This class is designed for players who want real improvement. I focus on building a practical, structured approach to chess that helps you play better in real games on Chess.com and over the board.

I’m a fast-improving ~1500 rated player on Chess.com who has trained consistently and developed a clear improvement system based on what actually works for club-level chess. My teaching style is simple, clear, and practical — focused on understanding, not memorization.

What we’ll work on:
-Building a simple, reliable opening systems
-Practical use of the London System (White) and King’s Indian Defense (Black)
-Developing strong middle-game plans
-Reducing blunders and improving decision-making
-How to think at the board (planning, evaluation, candidate moves)
-Game analysis and feedback on your real games from Chess.com

This class is ideal for:
-Beginners who want structure
-Improvers stuck in the 1200–1600 range on Chess.com
-Players who want simple openings with clear plans

Lessons are personalized based on your level, goals, and play style. Whether you're aiming to climb ratings on Chess.com, improve consistency, or build a strong foundation, this class focuses on long-term improvement, not shortcuts.

Información adicional

Please have a Chess.com account ready before our first lesson so we can review your games and play practice positions. A computer or tablet is recommended for screen sharing and analysis.

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Hi! I’m a fast-improving chess player and coach who loves helping beginners and intermediate players build a strong, practical foundation and actually enjoy getting better at chess.

I currently play around the ~1500 level on Chess.com and have made rapid progress through consistent training, structured study, and game analysis. I teach based on what has truly worked for me, focusing on clear plans and simple systems such as the London System and the King’s Indian Defense, so students can play confidently without memorizing tons of theory.

My teaching style is friendly, patient, and motivating. I work especially well with students who want to improve steadily, cut down on common mistakes, and gain real confidence at the board. Lessons are personalized so each student feels supported and challenged at the right level.

Whether you’re just starting out, helping your child learn chess, or stuck at a plateau, my goal is to make lessons fun, encouraging, and effective while building habits and thinking skills that lead to long-term improvement.

Formación

Baskin School of Engineering, University of California, Santa Cruz
Electrical Engineering (Electrical & Electronics Engineering)
2024 – 2028
Currently pursuing coursework in engineering, mathematics, and analytical problem solving.

Experiencia / Calificaciones

- ~1500 rated player on Chess.com with rapid improvement

-Experience building and using structured training methods

-Strong background in problem solving through engineering studies

-Experience reviewing and analyzing games to identify patterns and improvement areas

-Patient, organized coaching style focused on fundamentals, planning, and consistency

Edad

Niños de preescolar (4-6 años)

Niños (7-12 años)

Adolescentes (13-17 años)

Adultos (18-64 años)

Tercera edad (65+ años)

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Principiante

Intermedio

Avanzado

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30 minutos

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La clase se imparte en

inglés

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Ajedrez

Apoyo escolar

Disponibilidad en una semana típica.

(GMT -05:00)

Nueva York

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With the UNAM's team I have obtained the following titles:
National Women's Championship: 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
National Men's Championship: 2018, 2019
Absolute National Championship: 2018, 2019
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I also have extensive experience with players of all ages and levels. Here is a list of the places where I have worked:
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- Homeschoolers
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I am attentive to any questions you may have.
Greeting and I wish you success!

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- primary level (any subject)

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🔹 100% personalized classes, adapted to your level, pace and goals.
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Understand instructions and complete exercises

Review and reinforce difficult concepts

Develop effective study habits

Build confidence and become more independent

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💡 My goal: to ensure students never feel alone with their homework and to help them enjoy learning again.

Lessons are available in person or online, depending on your preference.
Feel free to get in touch to discuss your or your child's specific needs!

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Understanding the instructions and exercises

Review concepts not acquired

Developing effective working methods

Gain autonomy and confidence

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💡 My goal: that the student never feels alone when it comes to their homework, and that they rediscover the joy of learning.

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Spanish:
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English:
Classes for primary school and high school.
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