Chess Instructor and American Beatboxing Champion
Currently Accepting New Students for Online Coaching
Currently based in Providence, Rhode Island. With over 7 years of competitive play, I'm currently ranked within the top 10 players in my state with a USCF rating of 1850.
Specialization and Teaching Philosophy:
As a tactician at heart and a skilled attacker, I bring a strong understanding of chess fundamentals to my coaching. My teaching philosophy centers on the belief that chess is fundamentally about calculation, guided by intuition. I focus on developing both these aspects, helping students sharpen their tactical vision while building a solid positional understanding.
Target Students:
I welcome students of all ages and skill levels. While I have experience working with 5th to 10th graders, I'm open to teaching anyone passionate about improving their chess game.
Services Offered:
One-on-one online coaching sessions
Small group classes
Personalized training plans
Tactical and positional analysis
Opening repertoire development
Availability:
Weekends: All day (unless stated otherwise)
Weekdays: After 5 PM EST
Resources and Tools:
I draw upon a wealth of professional chess resources, including but not limited to:
Extensive digital library of chess books
Premium Chessable courses
Chess.com premium features
Latest version of Chessbase
Insights from strong tournament players
Whether you're looking to sharpen your tactical skills, develop a stronger positional understanding, or simply enjoy the game more, I'm here to help you achieve your chess goals. To get started or learn more, please contact me directly through chess.com messages.