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Shira
- Rate R1135
- Response 24h
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1st lesson free
- Chess
- Settlers of Catan
Princeton University graduate with 10+ years experience teaching chess to kids both one on one and in schools/with larger groups. Peak UCSF rating over 1900. Former top 100 women in U.S
- Chess
- Settlers of Catan
Lesson location
About Shira
I'm an organized, considerate & dedicated teacher with years of experience teaching chess to students. I care about my students and seeing them succeed-- not just over the board, but in their love of the game.
As a former top rated 100 woman in the US, I have a unique perspective on the challenges faced by young women in a male-dominated sport. And in addition to chess tutoring in underprivileged schools across Philly, I have also been a tutor for multiple all-girls groups and currently teach two young girls privately.
As a graduate of Princeton University, I've seen how chess can enhance other areas of my life. In addition to teaching students chess skills that apply directly over the board, I teach students skills that they can apply to other areas of their lives, from patience to forethought.
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About the lesson
- All levels
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I'm an experienced chess player and chess teacher who understands what students need not only to improve their play but to increase their confidence over the board. As a psychology student at Princeton, I also have an understanding of the anxieties and cognitive biases that young students tend to grapple with- chess is a psychological game, too!
I teach students methods to remember key strategies like checkmating patterns and openings. I group lessons into themes until students show mastery, then move on; one week we might focus on checkmates, and then the next we go over forks and pins. I mold each lesson based on the student and his/her needs.
My specialty is teaching younger students in beginner and intermediate levels (complete beginner up to 1400 level).
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Rates
Rate
- R1135
Package rates
- 5h: R5674
- 10h: R11348
travel
- + R30
free lesson
The free first lesson with Shira allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 30min
online
- R648/h
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