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I have over 30 years of experience playing chess. I am a Latvian Candidate Master with an international FIDE rating of 2059 and an English Chess Federation rating of 2120, and an online rating of 2400, reflecting a strong competitive level. I particularly excel in blitz and rapid formats. My greatest competitive achievement is winning 1st place at the English Open Women & Girls Rapid Championship in 2019. I also have over 15 years of experience teaching chess to both juniors and adults. I have worked with students across the UK, supporting their steady progress and helping several achieve strong tournament results and qualification for higher-level competitions. I teach beginners the fundamental concepts, rules, strategies, and tactical ideas of chess, while also helping intermediate and advanced players refine their technique, deepen their opening and middlegame understanding, and develop clear, effective winning game plans.

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My name is Daniil, and chess has been a part of my life since I was 5 years old. Passionate about this fascinating game since childhood, I've played hundreds of competitions and won dozens of youth and adult tournaments. For the past 10 years, I have been sharing my passion for chess as a teacher in various settings: clubs, primary schools, secondary schools, private lessons, and associations. I also teach in English and Russian. Furthermore, I graduated from the Sorbonne with a Masters in international strategy and business intelligence. Some figures to know me better: • 10 years of experience in teaching chess • 20 years of experience in club and competition • Official 1900 FIDE / 2400 Elo rating on online platforms • More than 2,500 courses given to 1,000 students in group and individual lessons Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, my lessons are designed to help you progress quickly while having fun playing. My method is based on solid teaching experience and relies on a comprehensive and structured approach, suitable for all levels. It is based on three main axes: 1. Learning the fundamentals: Learn or consolidate the essential principles in the opening, middlegame and endgames. 2. Tactics and strategy: develop your sense of the game with targeted, fun and practical exercises. 3. Analyze your games: Understand your mistakes, identify your strengths, and apply this knowledge in your games. My goal is to offer you a clear and complete vision of the game, to progress effectively and achieve your goals, whether it is to play for pleasure or in competition.

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Chess is easy to learn and a lifetime to master- let's skip ahead. Whether you've never moved a pawn or you're chasing your next rating jump, these lessons sharpen the way you think, not just the way you play. We'll work on the tactics that win games, the patterns grandmasters see instantly, and the quiet positional ideas that decide the rest. Your games become the textbook — every loss is a lesson, every win a clue. Online or in person. Bring a board, or just your curiosity.

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Improve your chess with structured online coaching designed for beginners and intermediate players (400–1500 Elo). I am a 2200+ Rapid player on Chess.com and I focus on helping students build strong fundamentals, eliminate common mistakes, and develop confidence in practical games. During our lessons you will learn: • Tactical patterns and combinations • Opening principles and opening repertoire • Middlegame planning • Essential endgames • Calculation and visualization • Time management • Game analysis and personalized feedback Lessons are interactive and include live analysis, exercises, homework, and training games. Every lesson is adapted to your current level and goals. Whether your goal is to reach 800, 1200, or 1500 Elo, I will provide a structured improvement plan to help you progress efficiently.