Online Chess Lessons for Beginners & Improving Players

From 48 C$ /h

Learn chess online in a friendly, relaxed and easy-to-understand environment!

My lessons are designed for beginners and players looking to improve their chess skills. Whether you're completely new to chess or already know the basics and want to become a stronger player, I'll tailor each lesson to your current level and goals.

During lessons, we can cover:

* How to play chess and understand the rules
* Opening principles and how to start games effectively
* Chess tactics such as forks, pins and skewers
* How to spot and avoid common mistakes
* Checkmate patterns
* Basic endgames
* Analysing your own games and learning from mistakes
* Playing practice games and solving chess puzzles

Lessons are taught online using a chess board, allowing us to play, analyse positions and work through examples together.

My aim is to make chess enjoyable while helping you become a more confident and thoughtful player.

Extra information

Lessons are taught online via webcam. Students will need a computer, tablet or phone with a stable internet connection. A chess.com account is recommended but not required.

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

I’m a friendly, reliable and approachable person who enjoys helping others learn and develop new skills. I’m currently preparing to study Robotics Engineering at Cardiff Metropolitan University, and I have a background in digital production, technology and working with people.

Through my education and work experience, I’ve developed strong communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills. I enjoy explaining things clearly and working with people at different levels, adapting my approach depending on what works best for them.

I’ve also had a long-standing interest in chess, having been involved in chess clubs throughout both primary and secondary school. This gave me experience playing regularly, learning different strategies and developing my understanding of the game.

I’m patient and encouraging when helping others, and I want my lessons to be enjoyable as well as useful. I’m particularly happy working with beginners and people who want to build their confidence and improve their skills.

Education

Currently studying for a Bachelor's degree in Robotics Engineering at Cardiff Metropolitan University.

Previously studied Digital Production Design and Development at City of Bristol College, where I developed skills in programming, technology, problem-solving and digital production.

Experience / Qualifications

I have experience working with people through my education and employment, developing strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.

I have been involved in chess clubs throughout both primary and secondary school and have experience playing regularly and developing my understanding of chess strategy and tactics.

I also have experience in technology and programming, including Python, web development, electronics and robotics. During a recent hackathon, I worked with real-world data relating to electric scooters and electric bikes across Bristol, using the data to investigate patterns and develop a practical project. This gave me experience working with large amounts of real data, analysing information and solving problems in a team under time constraints.

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

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Chess

Board games

Tutoring

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

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💻 100% online course via webcam
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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.

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🔍 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.

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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! 🌐

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- Learning techniques: I use interactive methods (online exercises, educational games) and revision sheets to help memorize and understand key concepts (flashcards, etc.)

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- Questions and corrections: 10-15 minutes at the end to answer the student's questions and correct mistakes together.
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RELIABLE TUTOR — Solvay graduate (Cum Laude), 7+ years of private tutoring, former teaching assistant (Maths/Stats).

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What we work on
• Chapters of your choice: equations, functions, trigonometry, geometry, derivatives, probability, statistics.
• Step-by-step method, concrete examples, and a short summary sheet each session.
• Practice on common assessment questions with feedback.

Formats & languages
• 1-to-1 or Duo/Trio (same level) · EN/FR · online (Zoom/Teams) or in person in Brussels.

Packs (year-round)
• Sprint 6 h (3 × 2 h): quick refresher and targeted practice.
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• Limited WhatsApp support included with packs.

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Good day, my name is Mike. I come from Shanghai, China. I'm now studying at Shanghai University.
Chinese is the language of the east, connecting people from many nations.

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Before you go any further, let me introduce myself.
I come from Shanghai, China. I got 138(A+) out of 150 in English GaoKao.
I have no problem in English communication at all, and thus I ranked top 0.1% in the English contest for senior high school students in Shanghai, surpassing more than 15 contestants from the Top 4 elite high schools, which includes Shanghai High School. Surprised? That's true.
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It's okay and normal that my students come from all walks of life. As long as you are willing to learn, there is a way.
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