Structured Chess Coaching for Kids | From Fundamentals to Tournament Success

From 42 C$ /h

This class is designed for children who want to learn chess in a structured, engaging, and result-oriented way. With over 7 years of full-time coaching experience and 600+ students trained globally, I focus on building strong fundamentals and gradually preparing students for competitive play and tournaments.

The sessions cover all key phases of the game — openings, middlegame planning, tactical awareness, calculation, and endgames. Equal importance is given to thinking process, decision-making, and handling wins and losses, which are essential for long-term growth in chess.

Each student is guided based on their current level and learning pace. Regular game analysis and feedback help identify mistakes and convert them into learning opportunities. My teaching approach is friendly, patient, and disciplined, ensuring that students stay motivated while improving consistently.

This class is suitable for beginners as well as intermediate players aiming to improve their ratings, confidence, and tournament performance.

Extra information

Classes available in 1-on-1 and small group formats

Language support in English and Hindi

Structured curriculum with clear learning milestones

Regular feedback and progress updates

Tournament guidance and preparation support

Emphasis on confidence building and mindset along with chess skills

Location

Online from India

About Me

I am a full-time professional Chess Instructor with over 7 years of coaching experience, having trained 600+ students across India and internationally, including the USA, UK, Singapore, Australia, and the Middle East.

My journey in chess includes active participation at district, state, and inter-school levels, which helps me bring both practical playing experience and structured teaching into my classes. As a coach, my focus is not only on improving a student’s chess strength but also on developing confidence, discipline, logical thinking, and the ability to handle pressure.

I follow a concept-based and student-centric teaching approach, adapting lessons to each child’s learning pace. Many of my students have achieved significant rating improvements and secured top positions in school, district, state, and international tournaments.

I strongly believe that chess is a tool for overall development, and my goal is to help every student enjoy the game while progressing steadily and competitively.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Completed)

Academic Performance: Secured a GPA of 9.0

Entrance Exams Cleared:

COMEDK

KIITEE

JEE (Joint Entrance Examination)

Experience / Qualifications

I have worked with leading EdTech platforms including Upstep, KaabilKids, Hobspace, and MyChessCoach, delivering structured and result-oriented online chess training to students from diverse backgrounds.

Through these platforms, I have:

Conducted 1-on-1 and group classes for beginner to advanced students

Followed international-standard curricula and learning frameworks

Collaborated with academic and operations teams to ensure smooth learning experiences

Maintained high student engagement, retention, and parent satisfaction

This experience has strengthened my ability to adapt my teaching style to different learning needs while maintaining consistency, discipline, and measurable progress.

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

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

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Hindi

Skills

Chess

Developmental 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

Daniil

5.0

(3)

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.

Gabriel

5.0

(3)

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!

Cami

5.0

(3)

Improve your skills during oral interventions in public, better manage your personal/professional communication & the resulting conflicts, master negotiation techniques (...): your objectives in terms of communication can be diverse and the objective of These sessions are precisely to support you to better achieve them. So, how can we send a clear message, create a difference and make an impact?

➤ Whether your objective is personal or professional, speaking is a predominantly physical activity, relying on a body, a voice, a breath, a rhythm (diction), an emotion and above all techniques, tools, a method, a know-how, reflecting the speaker's involvement in his speech. .

➤ On the telephone, in a meeting, in front of a client, his family (...), relevant and successful speaking must always be effective and efficient, with clear, simple and impactful messages, creating a balance between the message received and message sent. Coherence between form and content.

➤ So, how to listen and be listened to, convince and be impactful, challenge and leave an impression, promote your content, address your audience relevantly and optimize the quality & clarity of the exchange/message? It is precisely a question of going through, applying and deploying practical and effective techniques of oral presentation, simple intervention or 'one to one' exchange, aiming to challenge one's audience or interlocutor, taking care of both the content and the form. , all in a professional or personal setting. For this, there are verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.

➤ Thus, mastered, the practical method allows, through a set of simulations and scenarios based on your daily experience supporting pragmatic & concrete techniques, to improve self-confidence, self-assurance, ease by overcoming discomfort and controlling his emotion in public. But also to work on your leadership & charisma, in a context where empathy and emotional intelligence are at the service of communication.

➤ So, in this context, after having precisely defined your objective & gone through the blockages encountered, here are some examples of themes covered through concrete techniques & a methodology:
✓Perfecting your rhetoric/repartee
✓Fundamentals of eloquence but also of oratorical art (intonation, gaze, gestures, elocution, range, emotions, charisma, pronunciation) to ensure consistency between content & form
✓Fundamentals of Body Language to support and not interfere with the discourse while being convinced & convincing.
✓Highlighting your speech & promoting your speaking skills to arouse interest, by leveraging your strengths.
✓Creation of coherence between the message sent & the message received in order to improve one's speech and in fact, one's professional/personal relationships.
✓Management of question answer sessions & external reactions during a speech or oral exchange.
✓Techniques to put your interlocutor at ease and appear friendly/interested.
✓To succeed in a negotiation/mediation.
✓To learn to say ‘no’ in three steps AND get people to say ‘yes’.
✓To transform sentences into positive AND constructive.
✓To manage conflicts (e.g. NVC techniques, Non-Violent Communication).
✓To put NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) at the service of communication.
✓To adopt effective, simple, fair and engaging language.
✓To use sentences, phrases & expressions to be precise, simple, effective & engaging.
✓To manage your personal & professional relationships with, for example, the preparation of your ratings.
✓Make your hypersensitivity a strength to tame your abilities.
(...)

➤ In short, each session combines techniques & practical exercises adapted to your everyday situations (filmed with your agreement in order to be reviewed, commented on, decoded together live), so that you can put them into practice immediately, and from the 1st session.

➤Trained at Grande Ecole post-European preparatory classes & Ivy League university in the United States, specialized and working for more than 15 years, in Europe and North America, in the field of communication, in renowned public and private international establishments, participating in forums and conferences, & oriented towards pedagogy and careful methodology.

➤ Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Fribourg-Zurich-Neuchâtel-Lugano-Montreux-Basel-Neuchâtel-Berne-Lucerne-Brussels-Luxembourg-Paris-Lyon-Montreal. But currently and until further notice, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid, this format also being unanimously suitable for those supported.

The quality of the session & interaction

Prashil

5.0

(3)

👑 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! 🌐

Madara

5.0

(3)

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.

Fawzi

5.0

(3)

Passionate about chess since childhood and a teacher by profession, I offer online courses aimed primarily at beginner and intermediate players who wish to progress in a structured way while retaining the pleasure of playing.

My goal is not simply to teach you moves or openings to memorize. My main aim is to help you understand why a move is good, how to construct a plan, and how to identify tactical possibilities on the chessboard.

The courses are tailored to your level, age and goals.

Depending on your needs, we can work:
- the rules of the game and the fundamental principles;
- the development of the pieces and the principles of opening;
- tactics: forks, pins, skewers, discovered attacks, typical checkmates;
- the strategy and the construction of a plan;
- the middle of the game;
- the essential finals;
- the calculation of variants;
- time management;
- the analysis of your own games.

An important part of my method involves analyzing the games you've played with you. Together, we look for key moments, mistakes, missed opportunities, and the best alternatives.

For beginners, we progress gradually in order to build good habits from the very first games.

For intermediate players, we can work more specifically on their weaknesses, delve deeper into certain tactical or strategic themes, and analyze their games in detail.

The lessons are interactive: you play, you think, you suggest moves and we analyze the positions together.

Children, teenagers and adults are welcome.

Dr.Ibrahim

5.0

(3)

This course focuses on the principles of ethical conduct, social etiquette, and professional behavior in both personal and workplace settings. Students will explore core ethical values, cultural sensitivity, workplace norms, and appropriate conduct in diverse environments. Topics include integrity, respect, accountability, communication etiquette, digital behavior, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence. Through real-life scenarios, role-playing, and self-reflection, learners will develop the awareness and skills necessary to navigate complex social and professional interactions with confidence, respect, and ethical judgment. The course aims to foster responsible citizenship and prepare students for respectful engagement in academic, professional, and community life.

Sushim

5.0

(3)

I offer chess coaching for beginners and intermediate players. My lessons focus on opening principles, tactics, middlegame strategy, endgame techniques, and game analysis. I am a FIDE-rated player with a rating of 1657 and a 2200+ rapid rating on Lichess. I was also the District Runner-up. My goal is to help students improve their chess skills and achieve better results in tournaments and online games.

Connor

5.0

(3)

I offer relaxed, supportive chess lessons for beginners and developing players of all ages.

My approach is about more than simply learning the rules or memorising openings. I use chess to help people build confidence, concentration, patience, decision-making, resilience and problem-solving skills while learning the game at their own pace.

I particularly enjoy working with people who may feel nervous about learning something new, have struggled with traditional teaching styles, or simply want a more patient and encouraging way to learn chess.

Lessons are adapted to the individual. Some people learn best by playing, some by talking through positions, and others by breaking the game down step by step.

There is no pressure to compete or already be good at chess. Complete beginners are very welcome.

My aim is simple: help you understand the board, enjoy the game and become more confident in finding your own moves.

Stéphane

5.0

(3)

Chess has been a part of my life since I was 7 years old. I grew up with this game, participated in many competitions and, over time, I discovered one thing above all: I love sharing it.

Today, I want to pass on this passion to those who wish to discover chess or simply become better, whether they are children, teenagers or adults.

For children, my primary goal is for chess to remain enjoyable. Through the game, I help them learn to concentrate, take time to think before acting, anticipate, and better manage their emotions and impulsiveness. I adapt to their personality and pace, including when a child struggles to maintain focus for extended periods.

For teenagers, the focus is more on progression: understanding their mistakes, developing their tactical reflexes, learning to build a plan and, for those who wish, increasing their Elo rating on Chess.com.

For adults: whether you are starting from scratch or already play regularly, we can work together on your weaknesses, your games and your goals to allow you to progress while having more fun playing.

I am a patient, smiling, and passionate person. I prefer a lesson where we exchange ideas, where the student reflects and searches for themselves, rather than a lesson where we simply recite variations.

My goal is for you to finish each session having learned something... and with the desire to play again.

Dimitra

5.0

(3)

For eight years, I worked as a chess teacher, primarily with young children and beginners. I taught chess in a fun and understandable way, adapting my lessons to each child’s age and level. I helped children develop concentration, logical thinking, problem-solving and strategic skills while also teaching patience, discipline and fair play. I organized lessons, games and small tournaments, supported children individually when needed, and created a positive and encouraging environment where they could learn and gain confidence.

Nazrin

5.0

(3)

Looking to elevate your chess game, master sharp tactics, and build winning strategies? Whether you are a beginner aiming to understand the fundamentals or an intermediate player looking to improve your rating, my structured online lessons will help you reach the next level.

I have been playing chess since the age of 13 and hold a 2nd Category title.

My achievement list includes being a:
1. champion in the Baku Championship
2-time winner in the Khatai District Championship,
2-time winner in the Azerbaijan University Championship,
4-time winner in PASHA Insurance, and champion in the Azerbaijan Insurers Association Tournament.
Additionally, I founded and managed my university's Chess Club and have successfully coached multiple students over the years.
In my lessons, you will learn:
Strong positional play and tactical patterns
Structured opening repertoire tailored to your style
Endgames and game analysis to fix core mistakes
Class level
Beginner
Intermediate

Younes

5.0

(3)

Younes, 33 years old, certified coach and instructor of the FFE (French Chess Federation).
Titled Candidate Master of the FIDE.

The courses I offer allow you to work on new concepts of the game of chess in order to improve your understanding of the game.

I guide you and help you find the best moves in various situations. We correct everything as we go, and the work is saved so you can consult it whenever you want!

I would also give you lessons to better master each phase of the game (opening, middle game, endgame).
A series of varied and useful exercises to work on between sessions. Good humor and a friendly atmosphere guaranteed!

Manya

5.0

(3)

My teaching approach is simple, engaging and activity based. I use games, puzzles, practical examples and interactive exercises to make subject enjoyable while helping students develop concentration, strategic thinking, decision making and problem solving skills.
♟️ Chess — beginner to intermediate
➗ Mathematics — primary/middle school
🧠 Reasoning & aptitude
learn Hindi
🕉️ Sanskrit
📊 Statistics — school/introductory level
💰 Economics — school/introductory level
🎨 Drawing & Painting
📚 Homework/help with foundational academics

Mohamed

5.0

(3)

Chess can seem complicated when you're just starting, but learning the basics doesn't have to be difficult. This course is designed for complete beginners who want to learn chess step by step in a simple and enjoyable way.

Whether you've never played chess before or you know the basic rules but don't know how to play a full game, we'll build your skills from the ground up.

You'll learn:

* How the chessboard and pieces work
* How every piece moves and captures
* Check, checkmate, and basic chess rules
* How to start a game with simple opening principles
* Basic tactics and how to spot opportunities
* How to avoid common beginner mistakes
* Simple strategies to improve your position
* How to think during a game instead of moving randomly
* How to analyze your own games and learn from mistakes

Lessons are adapted to the student's age, experience, and pace. I've taught complete beginners from different age groups and focus on making each lesson practical, interactive, and easy to understand.

The goal isn't just to teach you the rules of chess. It's to help you become comfortable playing real games and give you a solid foundation to continue improving.