Magic: the Gathering Arena | Standard, historic, and limited - Private lessons

Magic: the Gathering Arena | Standard, historic, and limited

From 44 C$ /h

Boost your Magic: the Gathering arena ranking with advice from a consistently Mythic player.

* Deck building advice
* Live commentary over Zoom
* Detailed instructions and explanations of my own thought processes

About me:

* British
* Mid thirties
* Played Magic since '98
* Played Magic Arena since 2018, Mythic every season
* Friendly, constructive and non-patronising

Extra information

Be prepared to share your screen on Zoom.

Location

Online from Thailand

About Me

British expat living in Bangkok.
Magic player since '98
I like turtles
Just trying to fill up the mandatary minimum character count with something relevant but can't think of anything.

Education

Computer Science, but other than that, nothing particularly relevant to playing Magic: the Gathering. I could write a little poem here to fill up the characters instead.

Experience / Qualifications

Played Magic since 1998.
Currently play standard, historic, pioneer, modern, legacy, vintage, EDH, and whatever kitchen table jank my friends are into.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Hello,

I have two accounts on LoL, I am currently Diamond.

I offer to coach you in order to help you progress and find the positioning and champion that would suit you best in order to increase your rank as easily as possible.

- You will learn what a third party list is and why it exists (some champions are easier than others to play).
- The easiest positions to carry his team and climb his rank in the ranking.
- You will learn the important timings, the objectives and the basic strats to apply, the builds to adopt according to the situation.
- We will tackle theoretical aspects such as the micro and the macro (skill vs decision making).

- I will also study your games and comment them to help you understand the importance of analyzing your gameplay in order to progress and not repeat mistakes.
- Ability to play together to improve your gameplay.

Most kids think coding is for "smart kids" or "future programmers."
It's not. Coding is how real people solve real problems.
In this class, we skip the theory. Your child creates real things.

What they'll do:
✓ Build real projects in Scratch: a working game, an interactive animation, a story they coded
✓ Program virtual robots: solve real-world challenges (navigate a maze, automate a task, build a system)
✓ Create in Minecraft Education: design worlds, automate constructions, solve logic problems
✓ Experiment with different languages: not just learn "the right way," but understand that there are many ways to think about a problem
✓ Collaborate and share: work with other kids, get feedback, improve their work
✓ Develop logical thinking: not just for coding, but for anything: solving math problems, science challenges, real-world situations

Why this is different:
We don't teach syntax. We teach how programmers think.
Most children's coding courses say "here's the code, copy it." We teach "what problem are we trying to solve? How could we break it into steps? What options do we have?"
When your child learns to think like a programmer, they can learn any language afterward.

What they take home:
A portfolio of 3–4 completed, working projects. The ability to say "I built this." And the deep understanding that code is a tool to make real things happen.

Format: Online or Barcelona | 60–90 min sessions | Flexible pace, no prior experience needed
For curious 8-12 year olds who want to build.

Hello,

I am a big player of playing and collecting card games and have participated in several Magic the Gathering tournaments such as the Grand Prix Bruxelles 2006 and 2016.

I have played many card games in paper or online versions (Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokémon; Hearthstone; Magic the Gathering; Magic Arena; Keyforge; Warhammer 40000 Conquest; Malkyrs, the Arenas of Eternity; Wakfu; World of Warcraft TCG; Might and Magic: Duel of Champions; Gwent: the Witcher Card Game; Elements; SpellWeaver and many others).

I even started to create my own card games. I have a perfect command of the general rules of playing and collecting card games. I am able to quickly identify a meta, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of each deck.

I can advise you in the management of your collection (purchase / resale / exchange / preservation) and especially in the creation of decks that are at the same time original, pleasant to play and formidable.

Finally, I have a master's degree in French and Romance Languages and Letters, and an AESS accreditation which gives me the ability to learn patiently and clearly to anyone wishing to enter the world of card games, or to improve their skills up to a high rank.

Beginner or advanced, I will teach you the basics of software, development in blueprints and/or c++.

You acquire notions via development by project and I will accompany you by explaining the interface of the software and showing you how to use all the notions to know about Unreal Engine.

Depending on the volume of hours and your level, we will carry out several projects such as 3d platformer, fps, and rpgs; in order to see different notions depending on the project.

Finally, at the end of several courses, you will have several projects that will accompany your portfolio and a solid foundation on Unreal Engine.

Looking for a chess coach? You should choose me and here's why.

I'm Kato from Georgia. The winner of the World Schools Chess Championship, I've been playing chess since 2010, a Member of the Georgian National Team, I'm full of energy and knowledge which I’d like to share with you.

Trained by gaming experience, numerous books and one of the best French coaches, I support you in your personal poker development in MTT, tournament poker.
I am here to help you both with the mental aspect and with understanding the game itself.
The support takes place live and/or by watching your sessions. Whether it is to have the right reflexes in recurring situations, or to learn the basics from scratch if you are a complete beginner, I am always available and attentive. Learning the position, managing stack sizes, bet sizes, defining ranges, I am able to teach you by simplifying or not according to your level of understanding of the game, always in a positive approach and mutual trust.
I speak English, French, and Spanish.

I lead individual and group lessons.

Why is chess for you?
Chess is a game played by prominent statesmen, military leaders and IT specialists.
Chess is an intellectual exercise in an interesting game form with a proven positive impact on the quality of life.
Chess is the only sport that has grown globally during the quarantine.
Technique: evoke positive emotions through chess, motivate
Materials: The author uses known information, namely the games of the best chess players in the world, including Ukraine.

I have candidacy points (victory over KMS in the tournament) in the semifinals of Ukrainian classical chess under 14 and 16 years old.
My international FIDE rating: std 1814, rapid 1821, blitz 1759
My national rating according to Chess Federation of Ukraine: 1949

Helped a 5 year old student complete 4th grade (grade D).

I teach in English, Ukrainian and Russian

During my training, I learned to develop video games with Unity software. In the years that followed, I perfected my knowledge by participating in game jams and presenting my games at independent developer events. The most important thing I learned was how to find the information you need online. So I will teach you how to develop it yourself, without my help.

During this course you will learn to:
- Code in C# in Unity
- Create 2D game levels
- Create 2D sprites in the game and design tilemaps
- Create a game interface (menu, life points, credits etc...)
- Export your games to Android, iOs and desktop and WebGl to play in the browser

I will also support you in your gameplay ideas

Hello,

I currently work at a game development company and have over 7 years of experience in game development. I have a professional degree in Computer Systems and Software Engineering and a certificate in Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Game and Software Development.

Throughout my career, whether freelance, for work or simply out of personal interest, I have implemented numerous projects in the development of video games for mobile, websites, computers, virtual reality and augmented reality.

I'm used to completing projects in record time, and I like to fill people with my experience, it brings me happiness.

This class is designed for people who want to learn how to play Magic: The Gathering, or improve existing skills and knowledge. Whether you want help brewing decks or learning how to politick, this class will help you to become a better Magic player.
My experience is mostly in Commander and cEDH, but I also have experience in Standard, Modern, and Limited, along with knowledge of other formats. I have a deep love for the game, and take great joy in teaching others.

I offer personalized chess lessons for players who want to improve in a structured and practical way, whether you are a beginner or an experienced player.

Each student follows a clear training plan based on their level, goals, and playing style, so you always know what you are working on and how you are improving.

The focus is on understanding and decision-making, not memorization.

Lessons may include:

Tactical training and pattern recognition
Positional play and planning
Opening guidance adapted to your level
Endgames and practical techniques
Game analysis to identify mistakes and improve habits

Sessions are structured, focused, and directly applicable to your games. The goal is to help you think better during a game and make consistent progress.

For those who want to work in Game Development or improve their skills with Unreal Engine. The course is aimed at creating a single game mechanic and has a majority of lessons related to visual programming. Visual programming allows you to create game mechanics without programming knowledge.
Only basic understandment of how algorythms works and a high-end PC needed!

During the course, a student can choose lesson topics depends from current needs and in the end create full prototype of the game mechanic, that can be a base for the game or a strong portfolio asset.

Would you like to create your own video game and discover how games are programmed? I can guide you through your first steps with Unity and C# programming!

I graduated with a bachelor's degree in software engineering from Polytechnique Montréal and I've been tutoring for four years. I can help you gradually discover the different stages of game creation, adapting to your level and goals.

Over the course of the sessions, we will be able to discover, among other things:

- The Unity environment and the basics of game creation
- The creation and organization of a stage
- The creation and movement of a character
- Collisions and interactions between objects
- The basics of C# programming
- Variables, conditions, loops, functions, and other programming concepts
- The integration of sprites, graphic elements, and animations
- Debugging and troubleshooting
- The creation of a small game project from start to finish

No prior experience with Unity or programming is necessary. We can start gently with the basics and gradually progress to more complex features.

The course can also be adapted to a personal project: if you already have a game idea that you would like to make, we can use it as a starting point to learn the different concepts.

The primary objective is to learn by creating, to understand how a video game works, and to gradually develop one's autonomy in programming.

Great poker players don’t always make great coaches, but with a background in coaching elite athletes, university teaching experience, and a PhD in Psychology, I have a unique combination of poker and psychology expertise that sets my coaching apart. I discovered poker during the original ‘poker boom’ of the early 2000s, starting as an online cash game player working my way up stakes until I was playing the biggest games. After completing my university studies in 2012, I transitioned to MTTs and live games, amassing over $1.2 million in live cashes and numerous trophies. Online, I continue to achieve top results in cash games and MTTs, such as completing the Grosvenor Poker ‘quadruple crown’ during the lockdown of 2021, and making multiple online world championship final tables and winning a coveted 'SCOOP' title. My biggest win to date is $221k in the Sunday Million. I continue to play the highest stakes live cash games in the UK. To check my validity - search 'taylormadepoker' online and you will find more about me and what I have achieved. Don't believe for a second you will get anywhere near the level of coaching I can provide from any of the other "poker coaches" on this platform. None of them are even professional players and I'll be happy to play any of them 1 on 1 for any money to prove it, I'll even live stream it!

🎮 GAME DESIGN COURSES — PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE

As a professional Game Designer in the video game industry for over 2 years and holding a Master's degree in Game Design, I offer courses and personalized support, tailored to your level and objectives.

I have worked on a variety of projects, from creating Minecraft servers at RIVRS to designing a competitive TCG at Feerik Games, as well as on different projects with diverse genres, universes and mechanics.

🎮 WHAT WE CAN WORK ON

The courses (in French or English) may cover topics such as:

• Design of game mechanics and systems
• Game Loop and Core Gameplay
• Balancing and progression
• Gameplay analysis
• Level Design
• Player feedback and experience
• Writing Game Design Documents (GDD)
• Prototyping and iteration
• Analysis of existing games
• Design and improvement of your own project

The goal is to provide you with concrete methods used in production, while working directly on your needs and projects.

🚀 PROJECT SUPPORT

Do you have a game idea but don't know how to develop it?

We can start with your concept and work progressively on:

→ the idea and vision of the game
→ the main mechanics
→ the gameplay loop
→ systems and progression
→ balancing
→ Analysis of the problems encountered
→ testing and iteration

The sessions can therefore be fully adapted to your personal project.

No programming is required: the courses are focused on the design, analysis, and understanding of gaming experiences.

💼 PREPARATION FOR VIDEO GAME CAREERS

I also offer support for people wishing to become professionals:

• Creation and improvement of CVs
• Portfolio creation or optimization
• Presentation and analysis of your projects
• Advice on presenting your skills
• Preparation for applications in the video game industry

👤 FOR WHOM?

The courses are aimed particularly at:

• Beginners wishing to discover Game Design
• Game Design Students
• Enthusiasts wishing to progress
• Creators developing their own game
• People wishing to build a portfolio
• Future professionals wishing to prepare for entering the industry

Whatever your level, we start from your knowledge and your objectives to build a tailored support program.

🗓️ FIRST SESSION

A 30-minute introductory session is offered to get to know each other, define your objectives and present to you in concrete terms my approach to Game Design.

📩 Feel free to contact me, indicating your level, your objectives and, if you have one, the game project you wish to work on.

Hello,

I have two accounts on LoL, I am currently Diamond.

I offer to coach you in order to help you progress and find the positioning and champion that would suit you best in order to increase your rank as easily as possible.

- You will learn what a third party list is and why it exists (some champions are easier than others to play).
- The easiest positions to carry his team and climb his rank in the ranking.
- You will learn the important timings, the objectives and the basic strats to apply, the builds to adopt according to the situation.
- We will tackle theoretical aspects such as the micro and the macro (skill vs decision making).

- I will also study your games and comment them to help you understand the importance of analyzing your gameplay in order to progress and not repeat mistakes.
- Ability to play together to improve your gameplay.

Most kids think coding is for "smart kids" or "future programmers."
It's not. Coding is how real people solve real problems.
In this class, we skip the theory. Your child creates real things.

What they'll do:
✓ Build real projects in Scratch: a working game, an interactive animation, a story they coded
✓ Program virtual robots: solve real-world challenges (navigate a maze, automate a task, build a system)
✓ Create in Minecraft Education: design worlds, automate constructions, solve logic problems
✓ Experiment with different languages: not just learn "the right way," but understand that there are many ways to think about a problem
✓ Collaborate and share: work with other kids, get feedback, improve their work
✓ Develop logical thinking: not just for coding, but for anything: solving math problems, science challenges, real-world situations

Why this is different:
We don't teach syntax. We teach how programmers think.
Most children's coding courses say "here's the code, copy it." We teach "what problem are we trying to solve? How could we break it into steps? What options do we have?"
When your child learns to think like a programmer, they can learn any language afterward.

What they take home:
A portfolio of 3–4 completed, working projects. The ability to say "I built this." And the deep understanding that code is a tool to make real things happen.

Format: Online or Barcelona | 60–90 min sessions | Flexible pace, no prior experience needed
For curious 8-12 year olds who want to build.

Hello,

I am a big player of playing and collecting card games and have participated in several Magic the Gathering tournaments such as the Grand Prix Bruxelles 2006 and 2016.

I have played many card games in paper or online versions (Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokémon; Hearthstone; Magic the Gathering; Magic Arena; Keyforge; Warhammer 40000 Conquest; Malkyrs, the Arenas of Eternity; Wakfu; World of Warcraft TCG; Might and Magic: Duel of Champions; Gwent: the Witcher Card Game; Elements; SpellWeaver and many others).

I even started to create my own card games. I have a perfect command of the general rules of playing and collecting card games. I am able to quickly identify a meta, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of each deck.

I can advise you in the management of your collection (purchase / resale / exchange / preservation) and especially in the creation of decks that are at the same time original, pleasant to play and formidable.

Finally, I have a master's degree in French and Romance Languages and Letters, and an AESS accreditation which gives me the ability to learn patiently and clearly to anyone wishing to enter the world of card games, or to improve their skills up to a high rank.

Beginner or advanced, I will teach you the basics of software, development in blueprints and/or c++.

You acquire notions via development by project and I will accompany you by explaining the interface of the software and showing you how to use all the notions to know about Unreal Engine.

Depending on the volume of hours and your level, we will carry out several projects such as 3d platformer, fps, and rpgs; in order to see different notions depending on the project.

Finally, at the end of several courses, you will have several projects that will accompany your portfolio and a solid foundation on Unreal Engine.

Looking for a chess coach? You should choose me and here's why.

I'm Kato from Georgia. The winner of the World Schools Chess Championship, I've been playing chess since 2010, a Member of the Georgian National Team, I'm full of energy and knowledge which I’d like to share with you.

Trained by gaming experience, numerous books and one of the best French coaches, I support you in your personal poker development in MTT, tournament poker.
I am here to help you both with the mental aspect and with understanding the game itself.
The support takes place live and/or by watching your sessions. Whether it is to have the right reflexes in recurring situations, or to learn the basics from scratch if you are a complete beginner, I am always available and attentive. Learning the position, managing stack sizes, bet sizes, defining ranges, I am able to teach you by simplifying or not according to your level of understanding of the game, always in a positive approach and mutual trust.
I speak English, French, and Spanish.

I lead individual and group lessons.

Why is chess for you?
Chess is a game played by prominent statesmen, military leaders and IT specialists.
Chess is an intellectual exercise in an interesting game form with a proven positive impact on the quality of life.
Chess is the only sport that has grown globally during the quarantine.
Technique: evoke positive emotions through chess, motivate
Materials: The author uses known information, namely the games of the best chess players in the world, including Ukraine.

I have candidacy points (victory over KMS in the tournament) in the semifinals of Ukrainian classical chess under 14 and 16 years old.
My international FIDE rating: std 1814, rapid 1821, blitz 1759
My national rating according to Chess Federation of Ukraine: 1949

Helped a 5 year old student complete 4th grade (grade D).

I teach in English, Ukrainian and Russian

During my training, I learned to develop video games with Unity software. In the years that followed, I perfected my knowledge by participating in game jams and presenting my games at independent developer events. The most important thing I learned was how to find the information you need online. So I will teach you how to develop it yourself, without my help.

During this course you will learn to:
- Code in C# in Unity
- Create 2D game levels
- Create 2D sprites in the game and design tilemaps
- Create a game interface (menu, life points, credits etc...)
- Export your games to Android, iOs and desktop and WebGl to play in the browser

I will also support you in your gameplay ideas

Hello,

I currently work at a game development company and have over 7 years of experience in game development. I have a professional degree in Computer Systems and Software Engineering and a certificate in Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Game and Software Development.

Throughout my career, whether freelance, for work or simply out of personal interest, I have implemented numerous projects in the development of video games for mobile, websites, computers, virtual reality and augmented reality.

I'm used to completing projects in record time, and I like to fill people with my experience, it brings me happiness.

This class is designed for people who want to learn how to play Magic: The Gathering, or improve existing skills and knowledge. Whether you want help brewing decks or learning how to politick, this class will help you to become a better Magic player.
My experience is mostly in Commander and cEDH, but I also have experience in Standard, Modern, and Limited, along with knowledge of other formats. I have a deep love for the game, and take great joy in teaching others.

I offer personalized chess lessons for players who want to improve in a structured and practical way, whether you are a beginner or an experienced player.

Each student follows a clear training plan based on their level, goals, and playing style, so you always know what you are working on and how you are improving.

The focus is on understanding and decision-making, not memorization.

Lessons may include:

Tactical training and pattern recognition
Positional play and planning
Opening guidance adapted to your level
Endgames and practical techniques
Game analysis to identify mistakes and improve habits

Sessions are structured, focused, and directly applicable to your games. The goal is to help you think better during a game and make consistent progress.

For those who want to work in Game Development or improve their skills with Unreal Engine. The course is aimed at creating a single game mechanic and has a majority of lessons related to visual programming. Visual programming allows you to create game mechanics without programming knowledge.
Only basic understandment of how algorythms works and a high-end PC needed!

During the course, a student can choose lesson topics depends from current needs and in the end create full prototype of the game mechanic, that can be a base for the game or a strong portfolio asset.

Would you like to create your own video game and discover how games are programmed? I can guide you through your first steps with Unity and C# programming!

I graduated with a bachelor's degree in software engineering from Polytechnique Montréal and I've been tutoring for four years. I can help you gradually discover the different stages of game creation, adapting to your level and goals.

Over the course of the sessions, we will be able to discover, among other things:

- The Unity environment and the basics of game creation
- The creation and organization of a stage
- The creation and movement of a character
- Collisions and interactions between objects
- The basics of C# programming
- Variables, conditions, loops, functions, and other programming concepts
- The integration of sprites, graphic elements, and animations
- Debugging and troubleshooting
- The creation of a small game project from start to finish

No prior experience with Unity or programming is necessary. We can start gently with the basics and gradually progress to more complex features.

The course can also be adapted to a personal project: if you already have a game idea that you would like to make, we can use it as a starting point to learn the different concepts.

The primary objective is to learn by creating, to understand how a video game works, and to gradually develop one's autonomy in programming.

Great poker players don’t always make great coaches, but with a background in coaching elite athletes, university teaching experience, and a PhD in Psychology, I have a unique combination of poker and psychology expertise that sets my coaching apart. I discovered poker during the original ‘poker boom’ of the early 2000s, starting as an online cash game player working my way up stakes until I was playing the biggest games. After completing my university studies in 2012, I transitioned to MTTs and live games, amassing over $1.2 million in live cashes and numerous trophies. Online, I continue to achieve top results in cash games and MTTs, such as completing the Grosvenor Poker ‘quadruple crown’ during the lockdown of 2021, and making multiple online world championship final tables and winning a coveted 'SCOOP' title. My biggest win to date is $221k in the Sunday Million. I continue to play the highest stakes live cash games in the UK. To check my validity - search 'taylormadepoker' online and you will find more about me and what I have achieved. Don't believe for a second you will get anywhere near the level of coaching I can provide from any of the other "poker coaches" on this platform. None of them are even professional players and I'll be happy to play any of them 1 on 1 for any money to prove it, I'll even live stream it!

🎮 GAME DESIGN COURSES — PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE

As a professional Game Designer in the video game industry for over 2 years and holding a Master's degree in Game Design, I offer courses and personalized support, tailored to your level and objectives.

I have worked on a variety of projects, from creating Minecraft servers at RIVRS to designing a competitive TCG at Feerik Games, as well as on different projects with diverse genres, universes and mechanics.

🎮 WHAT WE CAN WORK ON

The courses (in French or English) may cover topics such as:

• Design of game mechanics and systems
• Game Loop and Core Gameplay
• Balancing and progression
• Gameplay analysis
• Level Design
• Player feedback and experience
• Writing Game Design Documents (GDD)
• Prototyping and iteration
• Analysis of existing games
• Design and improvement of your own project

The goal is to provide you with concrete methods used in production, while working directly on your needs and projects.

🚀 PROJECT SUPPORT

Do you have a game idea but don't know how to develop it?

We can start with your concept and work progressively on:

→ the idea and vision of the game
→ the main mechanics
→ the gameplay loop
→ systems and progression
→ balancing
→ Analysis of the problems encountered
→ testing and iteration

The sessions can therefore be fully adapted to your personal project.

No programming is required: the courses are focused on the design, analysis, and understanding of gaming experiences.

💼 PREPARATION FOR VIDEO GAME CAREERS

I also offer support for people wishing to become professionals:

• Creation and improvement of CVs
• Portfolio creation or optimization
• Presentation and analysis of your projects
• Advice on presenting your skills
• Preparation for applications in the video game industry

👤 FOR WHOM?

The courses are aimed particularly at:

• Beginners wishing to discover Game Design
• Game Design Students
• Enthusiasts wishing to progress
• Creators developing their own game
• People wishing to build a portfolio
• Future professionals wishing to prepare for entering the industry

Whatever your level, we start from your knowledge and your objectives to build a tailored support program.

🗓️ FIRST SESSION

A 30-minute introductory session is offered to get to know each other, define your objectives and present to you in concrete terms my approach to Game Design.

📩 Feel free to contact me, indicating your level, your objectives and, if you have one, the game project you wish to work on.

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