When would be a good time to take lessons from a coach as a beginner?

Sorry, I mean getting lessons from a coach? Is it worth it between 700-1000 with all the free resources out there? 

Thank you for the replies! I appreciate it! 

In addition to all of that great advice, it also depends on what platform you're going to receive your lessons. Online vs offline: at your level you're most likely to really appreciate some face-to-face coaching. As for online, it depends - is it going to be a one-on-one lesson? Is it going to be a class, and if so, how will everyone interact? Etc.

But whichever platform it is, it all depends on the coach and how they reach out to the student. So I would try it if I were in your shoes, and see what works for you, and what doesn't. Besides, a lesson is always valuable, regardless. Good luck.

I got a coach when I was about 900 level. I found it is money well spent and definitely noticed a difference in my game. The only way to know is to try one out - there are plenty out there and it can be done over Skype. That's how I do it.

I apologise if this is a stupid question. Where I live, in the UK, there are chess clubs to play against other people even if you are in the country. Doesn't this apply elsewhere, e.g. Carson City, Dacca, Maputo etc ?

 Not a dumb question. There is clubs around but the closest one to me is about a hour and with my busy schedule the timing just does not work out. 

It really is. The number of resources isn't considered resources, it's called TMI.  A chess coach could really help you if you are 1200 USCF (1400 chess.com). A coach will help you sort through the TMI.

you should be self-teaching/learning. pick up books, theres videos, articles and gameplay to watch all over the place online as well

The bottom line is this: A coach won't hurt, a good one will accelerate your progress.... but what with where you are right now, there's a lot of easy work you can do to get to a higher level before you get a professional involved... A coach (good) coach will be much better value the further along you are, and I think what people are trying to say is that with some tactics drills, endgame basics, a FEW opening studies and a lot of games you'll could be much better than you are now.

I think that's basically the answer to your question.

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I'd recommend finding a local chess club for some weekly OTB games. Usually the strongest players will gladly play against you and give you lots of tips, and even occassionally go over a game with you.

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