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John
TESTIMONIAL
ChessFull details
Bromley, London
£39
£20
per/ 60 mins
Welcome from John
I specialise in teaching the ropes of beginner and intermediate chess. I cover openings, tactics and other vital chess areas to improve not just rating, but ability. My approach is fun, flexible and in-depth, based on desired areas of improvement.
Response rate: 67%
Response time: a few days or more
Free 15 minute introductory meeting.
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Teaching experience
My primary age range of teaching is 7-14, although I have taught younger and older. I was taught by chess coach Lance5500 and continued nurturing this knowledge throughout my university career, particularly in helping others get better at chess.
My teaching experience primarily stems from my time as Secretary and Acting President of the Royal Holloway Chess Society. As well as harnessing my chess skills with other seasoned players and going to tournaments, I was involved in various volunteering opportunities.
This involved:
- going to Eghams local library and helping out with their weekly childrens chess club, playing simuls and giving basic instructional lessons
- doing further lessons with children who wanted more advanced lessons, going over openings and tactics
- organising 1-on-1 online and in-person sessions to help children improve their game, which I still do now
My approach is very flexible, with most of my lessons adapted from any weaknesses my students identify or show during games, with a heavy emphasis on learning and improving through games to make the learning experience fun. I use Lichess as my site for tutoring as it is fully free and much more accessible as a coaching site.
My teaching experience primarily stems from my time as Secretary and Acting President of the Royal Holloway Chess Society. As well as harnessing my chess skills with other seasoned players and going to tournaments, I was involved in various volunteering opportunities.
This involved:
- going to Eghams local library and helping out with their weekly childrens chess club, playing simuls and giving basic instructional lessons
- doing further lessons with children who wanted more advanced lessons, going over openings and tactics
- organising 1-on-1 online and in-person sessions to help children improve their game, which I still do now
My approach is very flexible, with most of my lessons adapted from any weaknesses my students identify or show during games, with a heavy emphasis on learning and improving through games to make the learning experience fun. I use Lichess as my site for tutoring as it is fully free and much more accessible as a coaching site.
Qualifications
Royal Holloway
BA International Relations
Subjects taught
| Subject | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chess |
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Reviews
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Tam Cilgi
01 December 2023
TESTIMONIAL
John has tutored my children. I was impressed with his ability to communicate effectively with individuals and large audiences. He has excellent communication and presentation skills. John proactively finds solution to problems. He always has a positive attitude when presented with obstacles. He is self-confident and proactive and generates activity for themselves rather than waiting for instruction. He turns creative ideas into original solutions. John shows comfort and aptitude using technology in order to reach goals more efficiently, and to a higher standard of quality.
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Aaron Sterlin
30 November 2023
TESTIMONIAL
After trying many tutors in order to enhance my chess skills, learning under John has helped me the most to increase my skills against friends and family, whilst also enjoying the lessons relaxed environment!