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
Hands on practice
Tactical thinking
Skill development
Rule understanding
Competitive play
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1-yr validity
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Types of learners for chess lessons
Home schooled
Games for intermediate
Games for adults
Games for kids
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 Student and Tutor reviewed basic chess piece movements and point values, then learned the complex movement of the Knight. They practiced identifying Knight moves, solved checkmate puzzles, and engaged in Knight-specific games before playing a full chess game. The session focused on applying learned movements and developing strategic thinking, with the Student ultimately achieving a guided checkmate against the Tutor.
Basic Opening Principles: Developing Pieces
King Movement and Safety Rules
Chess Piece Values Refresher
Knight Movement: The 'L'-Shape Jump
Knight Strategy: Dominate the Center
Check
Checkmate
and Puzzle Solving
Student and Tutor covered the movement rules for the King and Queen in chess, building on previous knowledge of Rooks and Bishops. They then practiced these concepts through a live game and a series of checkmate puzzles, focusing on identifying valid moves and creating inescapable attacks. Future sessions will involve more complex puzzles.
Check & Checkmate: The Game's Core
The King: Ruler & Vulnerable
The Queen: Supreme Commander
Illegal Moves: Understanding the Rules
Piece Value & Protection Strategy
The Student and Tutor practiced various chess puzzles focusing on material gain and tactical concepts like deflection. They then explored the 'Greek Gift' sacrifice, learning its strategic application through a detailed game analysis. The session ended with a live game and a short blindfold chess exercise, with plans to continue blindfold chess practice in future sessions, and the parent will message the tutor to schedule the next lessons.
Introduction to Blindfold Chess
French Defense: Advanced Variation & Pawn Structure
En Passant (Special Pawn Capture)
The Greek Gift (Trojan Horse Sacrifice)
Deflection Tactic
Student and Tutor reviewed the pawn's movement and promotion, then learned the movement rules and point values for the rook and bishop in chess, using a fun "pineapple" analogy for piece valuation. They applied these concepts in practice games, focusing on rook and bishop strategies and defending pieces. Future scheduling for the next session was discussed at the end of the class.
Chess Piece Values & Strategic Trades
Pawn Movement & Promotion Power
Rook Movement & Capture Rules
Bishop Movement & Color Constraint
The Origin of "Checkmate"
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
Teaching tools used by chess coach
Chess Engines
Game Analysis Tools
Online Chess Boards
PGN Editors
Hands-on chess classes
Weekend lessons
Mobile joining
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