Private chess lessons from a chess coach and referee | One-on-one chess lessons in Turkish

From 20 € /h

How About Making Your First Move in Chess Together?

Hello,

I'm Yağmur. I'm a chess coach and referee. I'm also an educator with degrees in Child Development and Chemistry. With my professional student coaching training, I offer a personalized development plan for each of my students.
📍 Face-to-face lessons in Leuven and surrounding areas (language of instruction: Turkish)
🌍 Online one-on-one lessons with students in Türkiye
Chess greatly contributes to both the intellectual development and concentration skills of children. My lessons are planned for children aged 5-12, starting from the beginner level. I offer customized content according to the student's age and level. 🎯 Our Goal:
Not just to learn the game, but to develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills!
💡 Lesson Content:
- Openings, middlegame and endgame strategies
- Question solving and game analysis
- Book assignments and tournament preparations
- Enriched education with fun and educational programs
🏠 Lessons can be held at your home or in a mutually agreed-upon area.
💻 In online classes, regular follow-up and development-oriented planning are my priorities.
🎓 With the experience I gained at Izmir Chess Club, Tekfen College, and various tutoring centers, I help my students acquire both chess skills and lifelong thinking abilities.
♟️ Chess is for Every Child
I also have experience with children with special needs in my chess training.
I utilize the supportive effects of chess on attention, strategy, and social skills in cases such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and learning disabilities.
Lessons can be adapted to the child's individual needs; I offer a patient and structured learning environment. "Every move is a step forward."
📩 I would be happy to guide you on your chess journey. I look forward to your messages to meet you and get detailed information!

Extra information

👩‍🎓 Additional Information for Students
- All materials, programs, and chess sets to be used in the lessons are provided by me. - The only thing the student needs to do is regularly follow the assigned homework and attend the lesson on time. - Necessary links and resources for online lessons are shared by me. - Lessons are one-on-one and customized according to the student's level.
- For face-to-face lessons, the chess set and training materials are brought with me.
- Active participation during the lesson and short reviews after the lesson are sufficient for development.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Leuven, Belgium

Online from Belgium

About Me

Merhaba, ben Yağmur. Satranç antrenörü ve hakemim. 6–17 yaş arası çocuklara özel birebir satranç dersleri veriyorum. Şu anda Belçika’nın Leuven şehrinde yaşıyorum ve burada yüz yüze dersler verirken, Türkiye’deki öğrencilerimle online olarak çalışmalarımı sürdürüyorum. Amacım, çocuklara satrancı sevdirmek ve bu eşsiz oyunu kullanarak stratejik düşünme, problem çözme ve odaklanma becerilerini geliştirmelerine yardımcı olmak.
🏅 Nitelikler
- Satranç Antrenörlüğü Belgesi
- Satranç Hakemliği Sertifikası
- 5–12 yaş arası çocuklara özel ders planlaması
- Online ve yüz yüze derslerde materyal desteği
- Öğrenciye özel gelişim planı ve ödevlendirme sistemi
- Açılış, oyun ortası ve oyun sonu stratejileriyle zenginleştirilmiş içerik
- Turnuva takibi ve velilere düzenli bilgilendirme
- Dersleri sadece Türkçe veriyorum.

Education

- Çocuk Gelişimi Bölümü Mezunu
- Kimya Bölümü Mezunu
- Profesyonel Öğrenci Koçluğu Eğitimi
- Antrenölük eğitimi
- Hakemlik eğitimi
- Satranç eğitiminde pedagojik yaklaşımı ve bilimsel temelli öğrenme yöntemlerini birleştiriyorum.

Experience / Qualifications

- İzmir Satranç Kulübü – Satranç eğitmeni
- Tekfen Koleji – Satranç öğretmeni
- Etüt Merkezleri – Grup ve birebir satranç dersleri
- Online platformlarda aktif olarak birebir dersler
- Turnuva hazırlıkları, oyun analizleri ve strateji geliştirme üzerine çalışmalar

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

Turkish

English

Skills

Chess

Turkish

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

At student's home

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Cigdem

5.0

(12)

Turkish lessons for any level of students from the very beginner to advanced level students. I, as a native speaker of Turkish, have a master degree on teaching and currently living in Leuven. Upon agreement, we can organize the lessons in other cities like Brussels as well.

Ik ben een leraar met een masterdiploma. Turks is mijn moedertaal. Ik wil mijn beroep in België houden door Turkse lessen te geven.

Je suis un enseignant avec une maîtrise. Le turc est ma langue maternelle. Je veux garder mon métier en Belgique en donnant des cours de turc.

Atahan

5.0

(12)

Merhaba! This class is for learning Turkish. The main focus of this class is to learn how to communicate with a person who knows Turkish (possibly a native speaker) and understand an article or a news. Furthermore, it provides you to exercise your Turkish by speaking with a native speaker. If you are an absolute beginner, don't worry, I would choose a person who doesn't know Turkish at all as my student.

Salih

5.0

(12)

I am a student at ULB so I have a lot of free time. We are going to be like two students who learn with respect and I can make tea and coffee if I give the course at home.

Theodora

5.0

(12)

I am a 26 year old teacher currently living in Brussels, Belgium. I was born in Istanbul, in a Greek and Armenian family. Turkish and Greek are my native languages. I studied English language teaching & Journalism at Marmara university. Currently, I am a senior in Greek language and literature. To me, being a learner is a full-time profession!
I have received my DELTA (Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) by Cambridge University.

I believe learning a language should be based on communication. That's why, I always try to make my students talk more while I guide them. I use role-plays and communicative tasks a lot.

Halil

5.0

(12)

Hello,

I am a Masters student from Turkey and I would like to teach people my mother language. Turkish is very different from the European languages but also so fun to learn. Did you know that nouns and pronouns have no gender in Turkish? He, She, It = O . (yes just O ). Also, we don't have "The" or "Le, la,les".

We have different letters such as "ı,ö,ç, İ", fancy right?

I can teach at my home, at your place, or on a webcam!

Salih

5.0

(12)

The most effective method of learning a language is achieved by knowing yourself and knowing the conditions. There are many tools for your learning; films, books, grammar rules, documentaries, social networks, vocabulary lists etc. Together we will find the best method for you. Learning a language is not a pain but it is a pleasure.

I am an English-French-Turkish translation student. Turkish is my mother tongue. I was born and raised in Germany and more, I speak some Arabic skin too. So I know how to learn a language. I know the difficulties, the periods we encounter, the methods and more.

Can

5.0

(12)

My name is Rudy Can, I am from Istanbul and doing my master's in Linguistics and Literature at KU LEUVEN. I am both a native speaker and hold a pedagogical formation certificate for language teaching.
Turkish is an important language first and foremost because of the volume of people who speak it. Turkish is one of the world's 15 most widely spoken first languages, of 75 million people speaking it as their first language.

Turkish is a hard language to learn, but it can be quite pleasurable once you do. I have my own educational method that helps everyone learn Turkish in a simple, fun, and consistent manner. I will go over all language skills, such as reading, listening, speaking, and vocabulary.

Only a willingness to learn is required of the students. During your time learning Turkish, no other language will be spoken. Learners of all levels are welcome.

Udit

5.0

(12)

TRUSTED TEACHER - I'm also a chess teacher with a real passion for the game. I started playing at the age of five and I'm proud to pass on this knowledge to my dear students. I already have many years of experience in teaching chess. As a player, I've won several prizes over the years. My chess insight even helps me in my daily life. I'll teach you structure, how to plan attacks, see patterns and much more. I'm all about making chess a fun and challenging experience. Feel free to contact me if you're interested in a chess lesson.

Sevgi

5.0

(12)

I give Turkish lessons to Turks and foreigners. I gain listening, reading comprehension and writing skills. I have special books, I have experience about 15 years. II use Turkish very well and I teach it easily. I teach fun lessons. I also introduce Turkish culture.

Omkar

5.0

(12)

I'm an avid chess player with impressive ratings: 1700+ in RAPID and 1500+ in BLITZ on chess.com, and 1900+ in Rapid on Lichess.com. Over the past two years, I've been sharing my passion for chess by teaching it to people of various age groups, both in person and at my place. Although I haven't ventured into online coaching yet, I believe my skills and approach will translate seamlessly to the virtual realm.

My teaching philosophy is anchored in three core virtues: patience, friendliness, and adaptability. These qualities have enabled me to create a supportive and effective learning environment. For instance, I've successfully taught chess to both a 6-year-old and a 26-year-old, tailoring my methods to suit their energy levels and maturity.

I am confident that my ability to connect with students and adapt to their needs will help them learn quicker. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please feel free to reach out. I'm always available for discussions and eager to help you improve your chess skills.

Xander

5.0

(12)

Chess is an amazing game I think everyone should learn. To start I will teach you how to play in a beginner friendly way by focusing less on the theory and more on tactics and rules you should follow during your game so you always have a good position. Then when you're excited about that we can move on to theory so you need less time worrying about what to play. I make my own courses and i will teach you how to use an online database so you have all the skills necessary to improve further. I specialize in teaching people on the autism spectrum.

Samet

5.0

(12)

Dynamic Lessons: Experience interactive and immersive classes designed for all levels, from beginners to advanced learners. Our engaging teaching methods keep you motivated and excited about learning.

Cultural Insights: Language is more than just words; it's a gateway to understanding a culture. Alongside language skills, you'll explore Turkish traditions, cuisine, history, and customs, enriching your learning experience.

Practical Language Skills: Focus on real-life conversation skills that prepare you for everyday interactions. From ordering food to negotiating in business, you’ll gain the confidence to use Turkish in various contexts.

Elmir

5.0

(12)

FIDE-rated chess coach based in Brussels offers personalised, age-appropriate tuition that turns curiosity into confident, strategic play. Lessons are carefully structured so that children discover each piece through stories and mini-games while older students dive into openings, tactical motifs, end-game technique and deeper positional thinking. Every session blends concise explanations with live board exercises, interactive puzzles and mini-matches, then finishes with clear homework and a brief progress note so you always know the next milestone. You may learn in English, French or basic Dutch, either face-to-face at home, in a quiet café or club, or online with an interactive board—whichever suits your schedule. All study sheets, weekly tactic packs and a shared cloud notebook are included. No previous experience is required: by the end of the first block you will recognise patterns faster, calculate with greater accuracy and feel at ease sitting across any opponent. Message me with your playing level and preferred times, and let’s begin your chess journey.

Angelica

5.0

(12)

Chess is more than a game, it’s a journey of strategy, patience, and creativity. In these Basic Chess Lessons, you’ll discover how simple moves can lead to powerful ideas. Together, we’ll build your foundation so you can think ahead, stay calm under pressure, and enjoy every step toward mastery.

This lesson will be conducted in English.

Nihan

5.0

(12)

I offer personalised Turkish language lessons for English and French speakers, as well as for native Turkish speakers who want to refine their language skills. I have over 15 years of experience teaching languages to learners of all ages and levels, from complete beginners to advanced users.

My background is in English–French–Turkish translation and interpretation, and I am also a published literary translator. This means I work with language at a very precise level, focusing not only on grammar and vocabulary, but also on meaning, tone, and cultural nuance. I help students understand how Turkish actually works in real life, not just how it appears in textbooks.

Lessons are adapted to your goals. This can include everyday conversation, academic or professional Turkish, writing skills, pronunciation, or stylistic refinement. For native speakers, I offer support with advanced writing, clarity, expression, and register, drawing on my experience as a communications specialist working in international and multilingual environments.

My teaching style is structured but flexible. I focus on clear explanations, practical usage, and building confidence. Whether you are learning Turkish for personal interest, professional reasons, or to reconnect with the language at a deeper level, lessons are tailored to your pace and needs.

I am a student at ULB so I have a lot of free time. We are going to be like two students who learn with respect and I can make tea and coffee if I give the course at home.

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