I was 9th at the 2021 European Under-18 Championship.

I’m a FIDE Master and professional chess coach with a structured training system that consistently helps students gain +200, +300 Elo. I specialize in practical chess improvement: building a personalized opening repertoire and teaching how to play with a clear plan in the middlegame.

My father taught me to play chess when I was 6 y.o. At 14, I became a candidate master(CM), and at 18, a FIDE master(FM). And now I have been enjoying this game for almost 15 years and can help you improve your skills.

I've played in 61 classical time control tournaments, as well as over 100 blitz tournaments. I've beaten 5 grandmasters in real life and about 30 online.

I started teaching chess three years ago. My students have included players of all levels, from near-beginners to Candidate Masters(CM).

If you're a beginner and want to quickly improve your rating, I can select openings for both White and Black specifically for you. As my students' results show, you'll increase your rating by 200-300 points (chess.com, not real life) in a 2 months.

If you are not new to chess, I can improve any aspect of your game. I can improve your positional understanding and tactical vision.

I use the following teaching methodology: when a students comes to me saying they need a chess coach, I first ask which specific aspects of their game they believe need improvement. Then, during the first session, I suggest playing 3–4 rapid games or around 8–10 blitz games this helps me identify your strengths and weaknesses, as well as evaluate your opening preparation. After that, I create an individual training plan for each student, outlining approximately two months of work: what we will work on and in what order.

Why am I confident that I can improve your chess understanding?

First, I know opening theory very well and can help you study it effectively.

Second and this is the most important, I play positional chess at a very high level. I can teach you how to maneuver your pieces, make the right exchanges, create weaknesses in your opponent’s position, and master all key aspects of positional play.

Third, I also have a strong sense of dynamics and I enjoy sacrificing material for piece activity.

Fourth, I’m able to explain complex ideas in simple, clear language.

I train only motivated players.

If you are ready to play stronger, understand positions, and win practical games, send me a message and let’s start improving.

Available in English & Russian. Hourly rate - 20$

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