Kristina Safrazyan
Hands-on and engaging Chess tutor with practical problem-solving lessons
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Kristina Safrazyan
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
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 coach skills
Tactical thinking
Hands on practice
Rule understanding
Competitive play
Interactive learning
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Types of learners for chess lessons
Games for adults
Games for kids
Games for intermediate
Home schooled
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!
Boosted confidence in playing
Learners feel confident in games and tournaments.
Real-time feedback on game play
Learners value instant feedback to improve
Improved focus and decision making
90% of learners report better focus during games.
Games concepts taught by Kristina
The session focused on advanced chess tactics and learning a specific opening trap. The Student solved a complex two-move puzzle, practiced several checkmate problems, and was introduced to and memorized the "Legal's Mate" trap from the Italian opening. They then applied these concepts in live games and completed a puzzle rush to enhance their tactical vision.
Legal's Mate (Italian Game Trap)
Pins in Chess
Prophylaxis
Chess Calculation & Mental Visualization
Checkmate Patterns & Two-Move Combinations
Positional Elements: Open Files and Outposts
The session focused on advanced chess concepts, including the definition and application of stalemate, checkmate-in-two puzzles, and an in-depth introduction to the Spanish Opening and the 'Fishing Pole Trap'. The Student practiced these concepts by solving puzzles and playing two live games, followed by a brief discussion on game analysis and chess notation for improvement.
Two-Move Checkmate Patterns & Deflection
Stalemate as a Drawing Technique
The Spanish Opening (Ruy Lopez)
The Fishing Pole Trap
The Student and Tutor engaged in a Chess class that involved solving tactical puzzles, analyzing Paul Morphy's famous 'Opera Game' to understand advanced concepts like sacrifices and pins, and practicing these ideas in live games. The tutor also briefly mentioned exploring the Queen's Gambit opening in a future session.
Pins in Chess (Relative & Absolute)
Chess Opening Principles
The Opera Mate
Pawn Structure & Weaknesses
The Opera Game & Paul Morphy
Sacrificial Attacks & Clearance Sacrifices
Student and Tutor practiced several chess tactics, including discover attacks, overworked pieces, and pins, through a series of puzzles. They then applied these skills in live chess games. The session concluded with an introduction to the Italian Opening, with a plan to continue learning its lines in the next class.
Italian Opening Basics
Discover Attack
Overworked Piece
Pins: Absolute & Relative
Putting Pressure on a Pinned Piece (PPP)
Student and Tutor practiced various chess tactics, including checkmate patterns, queen-gaining puzzles, and learned the concept of 'overloading' a defensive piece. They also analyzed the Fried Liver Attack in the Italian Opening and played two live games, both won by the Student. The Tutor discussed practicing these concepts before the next session.
Tactical Vision & Basic Checkmate Patterns
Absolute Pin & PPP PPP Rule
Overloading (Overworked Piece)
The Italian Opening (Giuoco Piano)
Fried Liver Attack (Fegatello Attack)
The Student and Tutor practiced various chess puzzles, focusing on checkmate in two and tactical material gains. They then delved into the Sicilian Defense opening, exploring its fundamental variations and strategic ideas. The session concluded with a casual game between the Student and Tutor, allowing the Student to practice applying concepts and developing their understanding in a live game setting.
Playing Unrated/Casual Games
Checkmate in Two Puzzles & Queen Sacrifice
Chess Tactics: Gaining Material & Deflection
The Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation
Backward Pawn Weakness
Importance of Piece Development & Aggression
Teaching tools used by chess coach
Online Chess Boards
PGN Editors
Game Analysis Tools
Chess Engines
Hands-on chess classes
Note taking
Mobile joining
Weekend lessons
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