Question 1

Who do you coach?

Accepted Answer

I coach students of all ages and levels, from beginners to ambitious juniors, tournament competitors, and adult improvers. My strongest track record is with young students who train seriously, but every student receives a personalized approach based on age, level, goals, schedule, and learning style.

Question 2

How do I book a lesson?

Accepted Answer

Use the schedule page to book directly via the calendar at schedule.chesscoaching.org. Just pick a slot that fits your schedule.

Question 3

What do I need to get started?

Accepted Answer

All you need is a stable internet connection and a Lichess.org or Chess.com account. Lessons are held on Zoom, usually with the Lichess interactive board.

Question 4

What will we cover in a session?

Accepted Answer

Sessions are adapted to the student's goals and may cover openings, game analysis, tournament prep, strategy, endgames, calculation, homework, parent follow-up, and long-term improvement.

Question 5

Do you guarantee rating gains or tournament results?

Accepted Answer

No. I do not make unrealistic promises about ratings or tournament wins. My role is to diagnose the student's needs, teach clearly, assign useful work, and support consistent improvement.

Question 6

Do parents receive progress updates?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Parents are welcome to reach out via WhatsApp or email and are entitled to a complimentary 15-minute call each month to discuss progress, areas of focus, and next steps.

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