Venus - Chess tutor - Berkeley
1st lesson free
Venus - Chess tutor - Berkeley

Venus

  • Rate R620
  • Response 1h
Venus - Chess tutor - Berkeley

R620/h

1st lesson free

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1st lesson free

1st lesson free

  • Chess
  • Go (game)
  • Chinese Checkers
  • Draughts
  • Risk

Master of Science in Mathematics from UC Berkeley: 13 years of chess teaching

  • Chess
  • Go (game)
  • Chinese Checkers
  • Draughts
  • Risk

Lesson location

About Venus

Chess mastery requires deep study of king safety, board vision, and positional understanding across the entire board. I have taught 145 students over 13 years of experience.

My personal journey highlights that math and chess only make sense when explained slowly and clearly. I guide learners through pattern recognition and tactical patterns to sharpen their decision making. Developing a solid grasp of game analysis, recording and notation, middlegame planning, and attacking play is essential for growth. I truly enjoy observing how methodical thinking habits transfer from the board into other areas of life.

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About the lesson

  • All levels
  • English

Languages in which the lesson is available :

English

Strategic victory stems from recognizing patterns before your opponent even considers their next move. My instruction relies on 13 years of experience to distill complex concepts into clear, actionable tactics. Achieving a 9.0 rating indicates that my method of slowing down to explain the why is highly effective. You will master the fundamentals of piece coordination to ensure your pieces work together as a unified force.

By the end of our time together, you will possess a sharper mind for tactical execution. I look forward to helping you reach your long term strategic goals on the chessboard.

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Rates

Rate

  • R620

Package rates

  • 5h: R3100
  • 10h: R6200

free lesson

The free first lesson with Venus allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.

  • 1h

online

  • R620/h

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