Personal Chess Tutor

• I begin by evaluating several of the student's recorded games. I provide analysis at key moves. The analysis not only includes a tactical assessment, but also outlines the strategic possibilities in key position.
• I provide the student with a summary of strengths and weaknesses. Naturally we focus on corrective measures for those weaknesses.
• Finally, we play one or more correspondence chess games. The object of the game is to demonstrate lesson points; not to see who wins or loses. I often play weak lines specifically designed to test the student's understanding of the position.
• This process is repeated as often as desired and necessary.

Why do you feel you are an effective chess teacher?
My students (mostly scholastic) have won state individual and team championships.

How often would I need a lesson?
I teach as long as the student feels the need. The student pays as he goes.

How long does it usually take for your students to show improvement?
Instruction by email allows the student to proceed as fast or slow as desired. I recommend at least one email transaction per week. The student should feel improvement after the first lesson.

How much do you charge for lessons?
I charge $20 US for an hour of my time. Payment is due at the beginning of each hour. Generally, it takes about an hour to analyze and prepare an email response for a single game.