Checkmate Your Limits: Chess Classes from Beginner to Pro

From 41.64 C$ /h

Welcome to Chess Mastery! Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your game to the next level, you're in the right place. With over 5 years of teaching experience and a personal rating around 2000, I’ve developed a method that caters to both beginners and intermediate players, focusing on building solid fundamentals, strategic thinking, and tactical awareness.

In these lessons, you’ll not only learn key openings, endgame principles, and common traps but also how to think critically, manage your time, and outplay opponents at any level. Together, we’ll make sure you understand the "why" behind every move, and I’ll tailor each session to your unique strengths and weaknesses. Ready to unlock your chess potential? Let’s make your next move your best one yet!

Location

Online from Netherlands

About Me

Whether you're a beginner eager to learn or an intermediate player striving to level up, I can help you get there. With over 15 years of chess experience, I’ve competed in national-level tournaments in India, played in World Amateur Chess championship 2013 - Romania, Malaysian Chess festival 2016 and Catalan Circuit in 2018, Currently I play for a respected club in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

My personal ratings are 2000 (FIDE), 2300 on Chess.com, and 2400 on Lichess — a testament to the strategies and techniques I bring to the table.

In these classes, you’ll learn not just the theory, but also the mindset of a competitive player. I focus on practical advice, tactical sharpness, and how to analyze and outsmart your opponents, no matter where you're starting from. Whether you're preparing for your first tournament or aiming to break your personal record, I’ll be there to guide you every step of the way.

Education

I did my schooling and graduation from India in science streams. Highest degree that I hold is Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science. My intrest in coding came from my interest in chess which also helps you and trains your brain to solve complex logical problems.

Experience / Qualifications

5+ years of experience in teaching chess.I’ve competed in national-level tournaments in India, played in World Amateur Chess championship 2013 - Romania, Malaysian Chess festival 2016 and Catalan Circuit in 2018, Currently I play for a respected club in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Duration

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Chess

Sport coaching

Personal training

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Gabriel

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Hi, my name is Gabriel. I'm the head coach of the chess team of the National University of Mexico (UNAM) since 2010. I speak fluent English as I lived six years in Oxford, England, when I was a child and I practice it since then.

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
Panamerican 2013 in Durango: silver medal

I also have extensive experience with players of all ages and levels. Here is a list of the places where I have worked:
- UNAM's Children's Chess Program since 2012.
- Private schools.
- CEDAT School for gifted children.
- Private sports and social clubs.
- Homeschoolers
- Personal chess coach since 2005.

My peak rating is 2165 FIDE ELO, which would be equivalent to the USCF National Master level, although really my chess dedication has been focused on teaching.
I would love to help you learn chess or improve your game to reach competitive levels. It does not matter your degree of experience, your level of play, or your age.

I am attentive to any questions you may have.
Greeting and I wish you success!

Camille

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➤Aim of these sessions? Halfway between psychoanalysis on the one hand and American-style coaching on the other, with proposals that will be made to you according to your problem and that will have to be implemented, it will be advisable to proceed as follows: understand the mechanisms of thought & induced emotion, linked to given everyday situations and which involve blockages then act concretely through pragmatic techniques adapted to your problem, and which will be quickly proposed to you to regain power over your life thanks to the methodologies & practices of behavioral coaching.

➤This is why, choosing the appropriate mediator to carry out a quality work and help oneself to advance / overcome certain mechanisms will induce the awareness necessary for this decided change. This will then allow to register in a new dynamic in the personal & professional fields.

➤To lead this change, achieve its aspirations, improve its quality of life and develop the functioning of its cognitive, emotional or behavioral sphere, a cohort of very concrete tools and concepts are at our disposal, and which involve deepening the self-exploration. This involves questioning yourself, analyzing, taking a distance, and understanding the issues / points causing suffering, before finally freeing yourself from it.

➤Examples of topics / issues regularly addressed and which are regularly supported by a dedicated specialist coach, adapted to your plan:

• Self-confidence, self-esteem and assertiveness, shyness, decision-making, assertiveness, personal development
• Reduce suffering (phobia, stress, anguish, anxiety, negative thoughts, panic, depression) and modify behaviors that are detrimental to well-being (post-traumatic stress, injuries, addictions), to better manage emotions & regain life. appeasement
• Concentration, procrastination, organization, professional efficiency, time management
•Professional/personal relationships (family, romantic, friendly, emotional, etc.) & social: from communication difficulties generating pain & frustration to the fluidity of relationships
• Professional life: tensions, pressures & conflicts, (Re) professional orientation (CV, cover letter, job interview), competitions and exams, support in a business project, teamwork

➤Each point is the subject of techniques adapted to your situation, which you will probably never have put into practice...and which have proven their worth on the people you support.

➤Thus, although involving self-exploration, coaching remains concrete in its application and bears fruit from the first sessions, since it makes people autonomous, and not dependent.

➤You will understand, specializing in life support and personal & professional projects, it is our proven skills and the positive feedback from all the people previously supported that makes us able to support you, by catalyzing the keys to your success, through a methodology and pragmatic tools, adapted to your situation.

➤And if cookie-cutter advice is not offered, that you will never be led but guided without judgment, in a process of permanent / interactive co-construction ... it is because we believe that it It is first important to analyze together, to become aware, to study jointly, to deepen, to decode your blockages and your initial problem in order to clarify your aspirations.

➤Influenced by cognitive & behavioral therapies, by Anglo-Saxon coaching instruments and the European methodology of applied psychotherapy, the approach therefore aims to seek links between current difficulties and past experiences, including repressed and unresolved conflicts and to confront difficulties which may be partially linked to inappropriate thoughts or behaviors learned / adopted often in spite of oneself.

➤ So, how does a session take place? After having identified together a problem, blockages and objectives, it is a question of analyzing them together then proposing a series of suggestions/reflections/pragmatic actions.

Concretely, a session = a reflection + solutions.

From the second session, 98% of our coaches say they felt a clear difference that influenced their daily lives* (2022 study).

➤ THERAPIST - COACH - PSYCHOPRACTITIONER - PSYCHOANALYST - CONSULTANT
Trained at Grande Ecole post-preparatory classes & Ivy League University in the United States, our consultant teacher trainer has specialized and worked for more than 16 years, in Europe and North America, in the field, in renowned international public and private establishments, regularly speaking in forums and conferences, and also offering personalized INDIVIDUAL support, with pedagogy and meticulous methodology as the watchwords.

➤ PLACE, TIMETABLE, PRICES
✓ Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Fribourg-Zurich-Neuchâtel-Lugano-Montreux-Basel-Neuchâtel-Bern-Lucerne-Brussels-Luxembourg-Paris-Lyon. But currently, these sessions continue to be offered by videoconference in the current context and in accordance with general demand which is almost unanimous on this subject.

✓ Indeed, apart from the classic advantages of videoconferencing (time saving related to travel & their unforeseen events, eco-responsibility, increased schedule flexibility, etc.), the quality of the session & the interaction remain identical. In addition, the entire exchange, notes and recommendations are immediately transcribed on the dedicated chat.

✓ To support us among ourselves & to be pleasant to you in this sustainable / particular period and in a spirit of solidarity, the fees are temporarily reduced and will not increase after the start of our sessions.

✓ Languages: French/English.

✓ The progress following these private sessions is perceptible from 1 to 2 sessions (*2023 study).

✓ As other people do regularly, you can also please your loved ones by offering gift vouchers available all year round.

CONTACT / PROGRAM
✓ A la carte program: evaluated and adapted to each need.

Cami

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In our imagination, nourished by our education and our conditioning, we all believed one day that once married, having founded our family, we will realize our dream.

Before taking the leap, we all idealize this life, and the stronger our hope, the stronger the awakening to the reality of life would probably be.

Indeed, family life is another experience, a challenge and a process during which we learn a lot about ourselves, about the other and about the relationship.

By choosing the right mediator, family and married life can therefore be a great opportunity to grow (sometimes in pain, in joy).

Among the possible accompaniments, some examples:
- The basics of a solid and fulfilled married or family life
- How to resolve disagreements
- The secrets of a balanced and balancing child education
- Learn to express emotions
- Manage families and in-laws
- How to take your place within the couple
- Define the respective roles of each

Among the techniques used:
- Non-violent communication tools

- The “helping relationship” which aims to support people in crisis or conflict situations and help them resolve dysfunctions (emotional, relational difficulties, repetition of scenarios, lack of self-confidence, etc.) . It also leads to better self-knowledge and guides the person to discover their own solutions.
The practitioner in helping relationship through his attentive and neutral listening, his training, his personality, his presence, his availability will allow the consultant to progress towards a better knowledge of his psychological mechanisms, respecting his blockages, his rhythm and his ability to hear.
The therapist takes into account the subject as a whole: physical, psychological and social.
Allow the consultant to access autonomy so that he can, when he feels ready, walk alone, in all inner serenity.

- Coaching that allows you to act and take responsibility, which is the basis of effective and lasting change. Work on the management of emotions and relationships, confidence and self-esteem, self-affirmation is at the center of individual support, which allows you to live more fulfilled and authentic relationships.

- Love coaching, which is personalized support based on understanding the mechanisms of love and focusing on putting an individual in this disposition of openness and acceptance of the other and their difference (which prepares to receive love) and to transfer keys of understanding to gain emotional maturity.
It allows you to obtain concrete and measurable results in your love life.
Through coaching, the consultant becomes aware of his resources, optimizes his potential and transforms his life.

- Brief marital and family therapy. She is interested in how the problems manifest themselves in the present but the personal history of each is also approached. This insight helps to better understand the events experienced and to make connections between the past and what is at stake in the current difficulties. We introduce changes in behavior to open up perspectives, mainly relational.

- Sophrology. Sophrology is a gentle method that promotes relaxation of the body and mind where you relearn how to listen to your feelings using controlled breathing exercises, muscle relaxation and mental suggestions. It allows you to develop your potential, regain self-confidence, manage your emotions and achieve your goals. It will be, at times, interesting to use this technique to manage to unblock the mind that is blocking and to give the body more amplitude to welcome what presents itself.

➤ THE COACH PSYCHOANALYST PSYCHOPRACTITIONER
Trained at the Grande Ecole post-preparatory classes & Ivy League University in the United States, our psychoanalyst, psycho-practitioner and behaviorist coach has specialized and worked for more than 15 years, in Europe and North America, in the field, in renowned international public and private establishments, regularly speaking in forums and conferences, and also offering personalized INDIVIDUAL support.

➤ PLACE, TIMETABLE, PRICES
✓ Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Fribourg-Zurich-Neuchâtel-Lugano-Montreux-Basel-Neuchâtel-Bern-Lucerne-Brussels-Luxembourg-Paris-Lyon. But currently, these sessions continue to be offered by videoconference in the current context and in accordance with general demand which is almost unanimous on this subject.

✓ Indeed, apart from the classic advantages of videoconferencing (time saving related to travel & their unforeseen events, eco-responsibility, increased schedule flexibility, etc.), the quality of the session & the interaction remain identical. In addition, the entire exchange, notes and recommendations are immediately transcribed on the dedicated chat.

✓ To support us among ourselves & to be pleasant to you in this sustainable / particular period and in a spirit of solidarity, the fees are temporarily reduced and will not increase after the start of our sessions.

✓ Languages: French/English.

✓ The progress following these private sessions is perceptible from 1 to 2 sessions (*2024 study).

✓ As other people do regularly, you can also please your loved ones by offering gift vouchers available all year round.

CONTACT / PROGRAM
✓ First contact by email then by phone.
✓ A la carte program: evaluated and adapted to each need.

➤ The Apprentus calendar is not refreshed/updated.

Carla

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It is a training program that aims at myofascial release induced by movement to restructure muscle patterns, relieve tension pain and restore balance in mobility and joint functionality that often affects sports gesture or daily life.

➡️Benefits:

✓Training without joint impact.
✓ Development of coordination and balance.
✓Toning the body from the balance between eccentric and concentric contractions.
✓Lengthened muscles and less exposed to injuries.
✓Restructuring of muscle patterns that allows the release of tensions that affect the sporting gesture.

"SMALL CHANGES GENERATE BIG BENEFITS"✨

Prashil

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👑 Greetings, Aspiring Chess Champions! 👑

I am thrilled to introduce myself as your dedicated chess instructor. My name is Prashil, and I come to you with a passion for chess that has led me to victory in numerous tournaments and earned me the esteemed title of an Internationally acclaimed chess player.

With a rating hovering 2000+ and the proud privilege of representing our country on the national stage, I'm excited to guide you on a chess journey like no other.

I, too, started as a budding chess player, facing the challenges and self-doubt that often accompany learning this intricate game. I understand firsthand the difficulties you might encounter, and that's precisely why I'm here—to turn you into a chess virtuoso.

🌟What You'll Gain Under My Tutelage 🌟

🔍 Chess from the Ground Up: We'll begin with the fundamentals, ensuring everyone understands the game's basics.

🚀 From Novice to Maestro: Whether you're taking your first steps or advancing your skills, I'll guide you on chess mastery.

🧩 Mastering the Chessboard: We'll delve into chess pieces, tackle puzzles, and develop tactics that will amaze your opponents.

🏰 Opening Moves: Uncover the secrets of various chess openings and traps, setting the stage for your future victories.

🧠 Game Memory: Learn to memorize games, a skill that will elevate your gameplay to new heights.

👁️ Blindfold Chess: For truly advanced players, I'll teach you the fascinating world of blindfolded chess, a mark of true chess expertise.

🤝 Tailored Instruction: I offer one-on-one and group lessons to meet your unique needs and preferences.

🕒 Flexible Timings: I understand that life has its demands. My classes are available in the morning, afternoon, and evening, making chess excellence convenient.

Are you ready to embark on this thrilling chess journey with me as your mentor? Prepare to learn the game and master it to become a renowned chess player!

Join my Chess Club today and make your move towards chess greatness. For enrollment or any class inquiries, feel free to reach out here. Your chess adventure begins here! 🌐

Yogesh

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Mindfulness & Meditation Classes – All Levels WelcomeDiscover Calm, Clarity, and Balance

Experience guided meditation sessions designed for everyone—especially beginners—who want to explore mindfulness in a gentle, supportive environment. Each class is tailored to help you reduce stress, improve focus, and bring lasting well-being into your daily life.

What You’ll Experience

Supportive Guidance: Step-by-step instruction in simple meditation and breathing techniques, perfect for new or nervous students.

Mindfulness Tools: Learn practical exercises including breath awareness, guided visualization, and body scan to cultivate inner calm and mental clarity.

Personalized Attention: Individual or small group settings, with sessions customized to your needs and goals.

Holistic Well-being: Optional integration of gentle movements or sound healing elements, helping release tension from body and mind.

Typical Session Structure

SegmentDetailsWelcome & IntentionSettle in, introduce theme, share intentionsBreathworkRelaxing pranayama or mindful breathing exercisesGuided MeditationStep-by-step instructions, gradual progressionReflection & Q&AShare insights, ask questions, tips for home practice

Who Should Join?

Beginners seeking a welcoming introduction to meditation.

Anyone looking to reduce anxiety, improve focus, or support better sleep.

Busy professionals and students interested in stress management.

All ages are welcome—no prior experience needed.

Class Options

Private 1:1 Lessons: Tailored support for your journey.

Small Group Sessions: Supportive group energy and motivation.

Online or In-person: Flexible formats to fit your lifestyle.

Ready to Begin?

Step into a calmer, more mindful life—one breath at a time.

Contact now to reserve your spot or book your introductory session.
Sessions available in English and Hindi for your convenience.
All welcome—no special equipment required.

Stephen

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Chess is a fun game that starts with the basic rules and moves through the 3 parts of the game: the opening, the middlegame, and the endgame.

The focus at first is to teach you how the pieces move, what the goal of the opening is, and how the pieces interact. You will also learn the vocabulary related to chess and chess notation.

Tactics are then explored to take advantage of hanging pieces, lack of king safety, space, and tempo. From here depending on what your personal goals are we will adapt the classes to cover what will help you progress.

I can also give group classes, contact me if you have a group, we can discuss how to best organise those classes and pricing.

Hugh

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Do you want to feel more at ease in social situations both professionally and in your personal life?
Then this class is for you!
Learn how to deal with social situations - the ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’ when it comes to meeting new people, entertaining, business meetings, understanding different cultural practices etc...
Etiquette is about treating other people in a polite and respectful way so that social interactions whether for social or business reasons go smoothly, and allow both parties to interact seamlessly!
To find out more get in touch and let me help you with all matters dealing with etiquette.

Fawzi

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Have you always wanted to master the intricacies of chess? You are in the right place ! My name is Fawzi, and I have been a chess enthusiast ♟♛ since my childhood. I spent hours studying the openings, tactics and strategies that make this age-old game so beautiful.

As a language teacher, I have developed a unique approach to teaching chess in a practical and fun way. Here's what you can expect from my online courses:

1. Personalized lessons: Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, I adapt to your level and your needs. We will work together to improve your skills, whether in the opening, mid-game or endgame.

2. Proven Tips and Techniques: I will share with you the tips and techniques I have learned over the years. You will discover how to anticipate your opponent's moves, how to create winning combinations and how to manage time pressure.

3. Commented games: Together we will analyze famous games and games played by you. You will learn to spot mistakes and capitalize on your opponent's weaknesses.

4. A friendly environment: My classes are interactive and friendly. Ask your questions, share your experiences and progress in a relaxed atmosphere.

Join me for an exciting adventure in the world of chess! 🌟👑🏆♟️

Maître

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Optimize your well-being and performance with personalized sports coaching

Hello, as an experienced fitness trainer, sports masseur and qualified lifeguard I am dedicated to transforming your bodybuilding and fitness experience. With a personalized approach, I am committed to guiding you towards physical and mental excellence.

What I offer you:

1. Bodybuilding and Fitness Classes:
Tailor-made sessions, whether in the gym or at home, to teach you correct techniques, avoid common mistakes and maximize the effectiveness of each exercise.
2. Diversified Objectives:
Whether your goal is to get back in shape, lose weight, gain mass, or improve your nutrition, I will support you in achieving your ambitions.
3. Self-Defense:
Learn to defend yourself and build your self-confidence with practical and strategic self-defense classes.
4. Motivating Partnership:
As your coach, I will be the perfect partner to encourage, motivate and support you on your journey to better fitness.
5. Stretching and Relaxation:
Eliminate tension and unlock your energy to improve your performance and relieve pain with targeted stretching.
6. Competitive Price
7. Personalized Program:
Receive a tailored program that will evolve with you, including varied, fun and stimulating exercises, designed to help you quickly achieve your physical development and personal well-being goals.

Do not hesitate to contact me to start your transformation and for any questions regarding my services. Together, let's achieve your health and fitness goals!

Dr.Ibrahim

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This course provides a comprehensive overview of the principles, functions, and practices of Human Resource Management (HRM) within modern organizations. Students will explore key HRM areas including recruitment and selection, employee training and development, performance appraisal, compensation and benefits, labor relations, and employment law. Emphasis is placed on strategic HRM, ethical considerations, and the role of HR in fostering organizational effectiveness and a positive workplace culture. Through case studies, discussions, and applied projects, students will gain practical skills in managing people and understanding the vital role HR plays in achieving business objectives.

Guillaume

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As a passionate chess player and regular tournament participant, I enjoy sharing everything this game has taught me.
In this course, we will cover the rules and basic principles as well as work on more advanced, strategic, and tactical topics. The content will always be adapted to your level and objectives, allowing you to progress at your own pace.

My name is Guillaume, my Elo rating is 1825 and my chess.com rating is 2100.

Passionate about chess and a regular tournament player, I enjoy sharing everything this game has taught me.
In this course, we can cover both the rules and fundamental principles, as well as more advanced strategic and tactical themes. The content will always be tailored to your level and your goals, allowing you to progress at your own pace.

My name is Guillaume, I have a FIDE Elo rating of 1825 and a 2100 rating on Chess.com.

Douglash

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This chess tutoring class is designed to help students of all levels improve their understanding of the game in a structured, engaging, and supportive environment. Lessons focus on building strong fundamentals, developing strategic thinking, and improving tactical awareness through clear explanations and guided practice.

Students will learn key concepts such as opening principles, piece coordination, tactics, positional play, endgame techniques, and game analysis. Sessions may include interactive exercises, annotated game reviews, puzzles, and practical play to reinforce learning and build confidence.

Instruction is tailored to each student’s age, experience, and goals—whether learning the basics, preparing for tournaments, or simply playing more confidently and consistently. The emphasis is on critical thinking, pattern recognition, and enjoying the process of improvement in chess.

Alexandre

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Hi, my name is Alexandre, I am a student in Canada and I am 20 years old.

I am 2432 Elo and Top 40 France in rapid on Chess.com, and former competitor in the French, European and World Championships for the Monte-Carlo Chess Club (Monaco).

Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced player, I offer you a tailor-made online training to structure your game, gain confidence and progress quickly in chess.
The training is divided into 5 modules:

Module 1 – Openings
• Building a simple and effective directory
• Understand the strategic ideas rather than memorizing lines by heart

Module 2 – Mid-game Plans
• What to do after opening?
• Assess the center, equipment, threats, and objectives
• Learn to develop clear and effective plans

Module 3 – Tactics & Calculation
• Knowing how to exploit the opponent's mistakes
• Targeted tactical exercises
• Developing automated processes to save time

Module 4 – The Finals
• Understanding and evaluating a final position
• Convert an advantage, defend a difficult position
• Key concepts: zugzwang, forced blows, essential checkmates

Module 5 – Analysis & Improvement Routine
• How to analyze your own parts effectively
• Personalized progress log
• Establishing a simple and effective routine

Formation's goal :
+200 to +400 Elo in 14 days, with a clear method and targeted sessions.

Format:
• Flexible online courses
• Content tailored to your level

Iker

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Hi! I'm Iker, an experienced chess coach. I help players of all levels improve their game through practical and engaging online lessons.

What we will cover:

Tactics and calculation to stop making blunders.

Solid opening repertoires for White and Black.

Strategic planning and endgame techniques.

Analysis of your own games to find areas for improvement.

Why learn with me? My classes are personalized, patient, and focused on making you a more confident player. I use Lichess/Chess.com and Zoom to provide a professional learning experience with extra exercises included after each class.

Ready to level up? Book your first session and let's start winning more games!