

Sarah
- Rate ₦51949
- Response 1h

₦51949/h
1st lesson free
- Chess
- Go (game)
- Chinese Chess
- Draughts
- Settlers of Catan
Dedicated Chess Coach with 11 Years of Teaching Experience and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology Guiding Students to Improve Strategic Thinking and Competitive Performance Through Personalized Instr
- Chess
- Go (game)
- Chinese Chess
- Draughts
- Settlers of Catan
Lesson location
About Sarah
I have 11 years of teaching experience and hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Throughout my coaching career, I have worked with children, teenagers, university students, recreational enthusiasts, and competitive tournament players who wanted to strengthen both technical skills and strategic confidence. I enjoy helping students recognize that chess is not only a competitive game but also an excellent way to develop concentration, patience, discipline, and analytical thinking.
One memorable student initially struggled with tournament nerves despite demonstrating strong tactical ability during practice sessions. We focused on improving calculation discipline, emotional control, structured preparation, and post-game analysis through consistent coaching and realistic tournament simulations. Over time, the student gained confidence, achieved several podium finishes in regional events, and significantly increased their competitive rating.
I believe every chess player improves through thoughtful study, consistent practice, and a willingness to learn from both victories and defeats. My coaching philosophy emphasizes understanding ideas rather than memorizing moves, allowing students to develop flexible thinking and sound decision-making in unfamiliar positions. Watching learners become confident, creative, and resilient competitors continues to inspire my passion for teaching.
Beyond coaching, I enjoy following elite international tournaments, analyzing historical championship games, studying modern opening innovations, and solving advanced tactical and endgame studies. Staying engaged with the latest developments in competitive chess enables me to introduce fresh ideas, practical strategies, and engaging learning experiences into every lesson. I look forward to helping you strengthen your chess skills, improve your strategic understanding, and reach your full potential at the board.
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My coaching begins with a comprehensive evaluation of each student's current playing ability, learning preferences, and personal goals. This allows me to create an individualized improvement plan that balances technical development with enjoyable learning experiences. Every lesson is carefully structured to strengthen both practical playing skills and strategic understanding while encouraging students to think independently at every stage of the game.
Students first master essential opening principles such as rapid development, central control, king safety, and harmonious piece coordination before progressing to complete opening repertoires suited to their playing style. Middlegame instruction focuses on tactical calculation, attacking techniques, defensive resources, positional planning, pawn structures, piece activity, and strategic exchanges through guided exercises, annotated master games, and practical training positions that reinforce critical decision-making skills.
Endgame coaching develops confidence in king and pawn endings, rook endgames, bishop versus knight positions, passed pawn strategies, opposition, triangulation, and practical conversion techniques that frequently decide competitive games. Regular tactical training improves visualization, calculation depth, and pattern recognition while encouraging students to evaluate multiple candidate moves before committing to a decision. Every practice game is analyzed thoroughly to identify recurring mistakes, reinforce successful ideas, and establish measurable goals for continuous improvement.
Students preparing for scholastic events, club championships, online rating improvement, regional tournaments, national competitions, or FIDE-rated events receive customized tournament preparation, structured weekly practice schedules, and continuous performance assessments. My lessons evolve alongside each student's progress, ensuring they remain challenged, motivated, and steadily advancing toward their long-term chess ambitions.
Rates
Rate
- ₦51949
Pack prices
- 5h: ₦259745
- 10h: ₦519490
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Sarah will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
webcam
- ₦51949/h
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