Chess Coach with 10+ Years’ Teaching Experience — Structured, Effective, Personalised Lessons for all levels.

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• 1) When did you start practicing? How did this passion find you?

  I started playing chess as a kid and was instantly hooked. The mix of strategy, competition, and “I can outsmart my older relatives” energy pulled me in early. Over time it evolved from a hobby into a skill, then into a passion, and eventually something I now teach.

• 2) Which artists or works affect you the most?

  For me, the greatest “artist” in chess is Paul Morphy — the ultimate example of principled, classical play. His games show the pure power of piece activity, development, and initiative. Even today, you can study a Morphy game and instantly understand what good, clean, attacking chess looks like.

• 3) What qualities or skills are required to succeed in this area?

  Patience, pattern recognition, disciplined thinking, and the ability to learn from mistakes without flipping the board. A sense of humour also helps — especially after blundering a queen.

• 4) What is the most valuable advice to stay focused on creative projects?

  Break big goals into small, winnable steps. Momentum beats intensity, you don’t need 3 perfect hours, just 15 consistent minutes. And if your brain gets stuck, step away, reset, and come back fresh.

• 5) How would you describe your passion; how does it make you feel?

  Chess gives me a mix of calm and excitement. It’s mentally challenging, endlessly interesting, and incredibly satisfying when everything clicks - both in my own play and in my students’ progress.

• 6) What creative achievements are you particularly proud of?

  Seeing students jump hundreds of rating points in short periods, helping adults rediscover a childhood passion, and teaching kids who go from “how does this horse move?” to beating their parents. Those moments feel like wins for us both.

• 7) Have you ever been surprised by a student?

  Absolutely. Some students pick up ideas unbelievably fast. I’ve seen players jump from beginner to genuinely competitive in weeks — often because they’re curious, consistent, and just need the right guidance.

• 8) Being a Superprof is an art! What is your secret?

  Make learning fun, tailor teaching to each student, and celebrate progress at every step. Combine strong fundamentals with humour, encouragement, and clear explanations - and suddenly improvement becomes inevitable.