Ritvik Nellutla
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Ritvik Nellutla
Diploma degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
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About your chess coach
m Ritvik Nellutla, a dedicated chess tutor who has been playing and studying the game for many years. I’ve taught multiple students one-on-one, including younger kids and complete beginners, and I focus on helping them build confidence from the very first lesson. My approach is patient, clear, and structured. I break concepts down in a simple way so students understand not only what to play, but why it works. I teach piece movement, basic tactics, opening principles, board vision, and strategic thinking. I also guide students through puzzles, game reviews, and consistent practice routines. My goal is to create a supportive and fun environment where every student can improve step by step and enjoy the process of learning chess, while building skills that translate into focus, patience, and problem-solving outside the game as well.
Ritvik graduated from United States Chess Federation (USCF)
Chess coach skills
Hands on practice
Interactive learning
Rule understanding
Strategic thinking
Competitive play
Types of learners for chess lessons
Games for beginners
Games for adults
Games for advanced
Games for intermediate
Games for kids
Chess classes overview
My teaching approach is very simple, clear, and beginner-friendly. I focus on breaking chess concepts down step-by-step so students understand exactly why a move works, not just what to play. I use tools like Lichess and Google Meet to demonstrate piece movement, tactics, opening principles, board vision, and game review in a visual and interactive way. During lessons, I ask guiding questions, show examples, and encourage students to think out loud so I can understand their thought process. I adjust my pace based on the student’s level and make sure every topic feels comfortable before moving on. I also give small practice tasks, puzzle recommendations, and simple homework when helpful. My goal is to create a supportive learning environment that builds confidence, improves critical thinking, and helps students steadily grow at their own pace.
Chess coach also teaches
Chess
Rapid Chess
Blitz Chess
Bullet Chess
Correspondence Chess
Bughouse Chess
Games concepts taught by Ritvik
The session involved solving chess puzzles to improve tactical skills and reviewing various chess openings. The student practiced move sequences for the Italian, Scotch, Sicilian, and French openings. The tutor focused on understanding the strategic goals and typical move orders for each opening, assigning further practice of these openings.
Chess Puzzle Tactics: Checkmating Focus
Identifying Forks
Queen Safety and Support
Back Rank Checkmates
Chess Openings: French Defense
Chess Openings: Sicilian Defense
Chess Openings: Italian Game & Scotch Game
The Student practiced tactical chess puzzles and was introduced to the Queen's Gambit Declined opening as white and black. The tutor emphasized the importance of understanding the underlying principles of the opening rather than rote memorization. The next session is scheduled to review the lesson plan and explore openings further.
Queen's Gambit Opening: General Understanding
Importance of Castling Early
Defensive vs. Aggressive Opening Styles
Chess Puzzles: Tactical Analysis
Queen's Gambit Declined: Orthodox Variation
The session focused on chess openings, with the student reviewing the Italian, Sicilian, Scotch, French, Caro-Kann, and Queen's Gambit Declined openings. The Student practiced recalling the move sequences for each opening and received recommendations on which openings to prioritize in actual games. The Student will be tested on all seven openings in the next class.
Italian Opening
Sicilian Defense
Scotch Game
French Defense
Caro-Kann Defense
Queen's Gambit Declined: Orthodox Variation
The tutor and student reviewed various chess tactics like pins and forks through practice puzzles. They then extensively covered and practiced several chess openings: the Italian, Scotch, Sicilian, and French defenses, focusing on their move sequences and strategic characteristics. The next session is scheduled for Wednesday, January 14th.
Checkmate Patterns and Tactical Awareness
Good Trades vs. Bad Trades
Forks
Pins
Chess Openings: Italian Game
Scotch Game
Sicilian Defense
and French Defense
The student and tutor reviewed and practiced several chess openings, including the Italian, Scotch Game, Closed Sicilian, and French Defense. The student worked on executing the move sequences for each opening and was encouraged to use these in their games. The next session will introduce new openings.
Closed Sicilian Defense
Italian Game (Giuoco Piano Variation)
Classical Scotch Game
French Defense
The Student practiced chess puzzles and learned the Scotch opening, contrasting it with the Italian opening. The session covered tactical elements like forks and discovered attacks. Homework involves practicing the Italian opening in real games to develop a strong mid-game strategy, and the next session is scheduled to further practice both openings.
Chess Puzzles: Mid-Game Focus
Forks
Discovered Attack
Italian Opening
Scotch Opening
Opening Principles: Offense vs. Defense
Teaching tools used by chess coach
Chess Engines
Game Analysis Tools
Collaboration Tools
Online Chess Boards
PGN Editors
Hands-on chess classes
Parent feedback
Weekend lessons
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Record lessons
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