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Hands-on and engaging Chess tutor with practical problem-solving lessons

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Chess classes - Kristina Safrazyan

Diploma degree

$31

$30

/ hour

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Boosted confidence in playing

Learners feel confident in games and tournaments.

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Real-time feedback on game play

Learners value instant feedback to improve

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Improved focus and decision making

90% of learners report better focus during games.

About your chess coach

I’m excited to share my passion for chess as a coach working with schools across the U.S.! I started my chess journey at the age of 5 and graduated from the renowned Chess Academy of Armenia, where I trained alongside Grandmasters from around the world. My dedication has earned me wins in many national and international tournaments. No matter if you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, my mission is to help you experience the joy and benefits of chess. Join me for fun and personalized lessons that make learning an adventure. Sign up today, and let’s explore the fascinating world of chess together!

Chess classes overview

Ready to dive into the exciting world of chess? Join me for lively online lessons on Zoom, where we’ll use ChessBase and Lichess to explore all things chess! Together, we'll tackle strategic planning, sharpen our tactical vision, unravel opening theories, and conquer endgame techniques—all while having a blast! Each session is tailored just for you! In our first meet-up, we'll figure out your current skill level and decide whether to kick things off with fun basics, mind-bending calculations, or thrilling deep dives into analysis. Plus, it's a great chance for us to connect and ensure you’re loving the game (spoiler alert: my students always do!). We'll finish each lesson with exciting tips and resources to help you level up your game outside of our sessions, making practice feel like play! So, are you ready to embark on this fun-filled chess adventure? Let’s make chess your new favorite pastime when learn and grow together!

Student types for chess lessons

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School

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College

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Adult / Professional

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All Levels

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Home schooled

Interactive chess classes

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Note taking

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Parent feedback

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Weekend lessons

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Games concept taught by Kristina

Chara learned 2 days ago

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Qristina Saf coached Chara Kokkiou in chess, covering checkmate patterns, tactics, openings (like the French Defense), and game analysis. They focused on identifying tactical errors and improving strategic play, emphasizing regular practice.

Checkmate Patterns

Discovered Attacks

Poisoned Pawns

Importance of Development

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Brett learned 4 days ago

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Chess coach Qristina Saf is tutoring Brett Talla, focusing on checkmating techniques, positional play, piece evaluation ("good vs. bad pieces"), and tactical awareness. They analyze games, solve puzzles, and discuss openings like the French Defense, with Qristina providing guidance on strategy, piece development, and identifying missed opportunities. Qristina also shares her chess coaching background and family involvement. The lessons are ongoing, with a future session scheduled.

Helper Checkmate

Pins

Knight Forks

French Defense

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Rachel learned 19 days ago

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Qristina Saf guided Max through chess puzzles, focusing on deflection, fork, discovered attack, skewer, and pin tactics. They explored the Russian opening, including black's responses and a key trap, and played a game with guidance on the Italian Opening and tactical considerations. They reviewed the game, the Russian opening trap, and tactical motifs, with Qristina praising Max's effort.

Skewer Tactic

Discovered Attack

Fork Tactic

Deflection Tactic

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Chijioke learned 22 days ago

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Qristina Saf introduced obi chijioke to chess puzzles, checkmate tactics, and the concept of discovered attacks and checks. Obi then played an online chess game with guidance from Qristina on opening strategy, piece development, and endgame tactics, ultimately drawing by stalemate. Obi was assigned to practice discovered attacks before the next lesson.

Pawn Chain

Stalemate

Castling

King Safety - No King Kiss

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Chijioke learned 29 days ago

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Qristina Saf coached Obi Chijioke (Harry) in chess, reviewing tactics, checkmates, and opening strategies like Fool's Mate and Four Knights Defense. They played a game on lichess.org, with Obi winning. The session also briefly touched on business topics related to VR game development and digital marketing.

Fool's Mate

Four Knights Defense

Opening Strategy

King Safety

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Rachel learned about 1 month ago

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Qristina coached Max in chess, concentrating on tactics, the Scandinavian Defense opening, and analyzing Max's games to pinpoint errors and strategic improvements. They worked on chess puzzles involving discovered attacks and checkmates.

Castling

Pawn Structures

Double Check

Trapped Pieces

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