Hi, I’m Sourav (aka afitpawn), an Arena International Master (AIM) with around 16 years of chess playing experience. I am a regular tournament player with a FIDE rating of 1700+, a multiple-time national level tournament winner and District Chess Champion.

I actively play both online and over-the-board chess, with strong practical experience in rapid and classical formats. I have also spent several years coaching and guiding players through personal sessions and instructive streaming.

I run a YouTube channel, afitpawn, where I stream instructive games and explain my thought process move by move. Many viewers have shared that my streams have helped them improve their understanding of chess and make better decisions during games.

As a coach, I focus on simple, practical improvement. I mainly work on analyzing games, identifying mistakes and helping players understand where they go wrong and how to think in different positions. My sessions are friendly, interactive and focused on real improvement rather than just theory.

I especially enjoy working with players below 2000 rating who want to improve step by step and build strong fundamentals.

If you are looking for clear explanations and practical guidance, I would be happy to help you in your chess journey.

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