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Sonja
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- Chess
- Go (game)
- Chinese Checkers
- Draughts
- Settlers of Catan
Does 13 years of CHESS instruction provide the TACTICAL ADVANTAGE you need today?
- Chess
- Go (game)
- Chinese Checkers
- Draughts
- Settlers of Catan
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About Sonja
"Many assume that chess is purely about memorizing moves, but the game is actually a discipline of logical restraint. Over 13 years of teaching, I have guided 426 students through the complexities of middlegame planning, game analysis, and king safety.
My background in mathematics influences how I teach opening principles, tournament preparation, and time management. I treat every match as a study in efficiency, emphasizing opening repertoire building and board vision.
Students also learn proper recording and notation to maintain a record of their growth. My focus on tactical patterns turns raw effort into consistent win rates. I deliver results through disciplined, technical analysis."
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About the lesson
- All levels
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
"Thinking about the game as a series of connected decisions is how you stop making blunders. My approach relies on 13 years of practice to strip away the noise so you can see the board clearly. I integrate tournament preparation with deep game analysis to ensure every session builds your intuition. We concentrate heavily on middlegame planning and king safety to stabilize your performance during critical moments.
I utilize my 10.0 rating system to quantify your growth and identify areas where your board vision requires tightening. This technical framework gives you the tools to command the table with total confidence. Are you prepared to apply this level of rigor to your next match?"
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- R641
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- 5h: R3205
- 10h: R6410
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The free first lesson with Sonja allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 1h
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- R641/h
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