PRIVATE COACHING

Tailored instruction to help your child achieve their full potential

Private coaching allows for a tailored approach, where sessions are customised to match your child’s current skill level, learning style, and pace. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to refine their skills for competitive play, our coaches are here to help them reach their full potential.

You can sign up for a no-obligation first session using the form below.

Why Choose Private Chess Coaching?

Private coaching allows for a tailored approach, where sessions are customised to match your child’s current skill level, learning style, and pace. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to refine their skills for competitive play, our coaches are here to help them reach their full potential.

Expert Coaches, Including Grandmasters

Our coaching team is made up of a diverse group of experts, from seasoned chess instructors to internationally recognised grandmasters. This ensures your child has access to the highest level of chess knowledge and mentorship. We pair each student with a coach best suited to their level and learning objectives, offering an enriching experience for every young player.

What to Expect

In a private coaching session, your child will receive focused, one-on-one attention that helps them:

  • Deepen their understanding of chess strategy and tactics: With personalised guidance, children can work on specific areas, whether it’s opening theory, middle-game tactics, or endgame mastery.
  • Set and achieve personal goals: We help set milestones, whether it’s mastering a particular skill or preparing for upcoming competitions.
  • Improve their problem-solving and critical thinking: Chess is a mental workout, and our private sessions are designed to sharpen these essential skills through strategic play and puzzle-solving.

Flexible Coaching to Fit Your Schedule

We offer private coaching both in-person and online, allowing you to choose the format that works best for your family. Sessions can be scheduled at times that suit your child’s routine, providing a flexible solution that fits around school and extracurricular activities.

Ready to Start?

If you’re interested in giving your child the benefit of one-on-one chess coaching, simply fill out the form below to get started. We’ll carefully match your child with the most suitable coach based on their current skill level and goals. The price may vary slightly depending on the coach’s expertise, with options ranging from experienced chess instructors to grandmasters.

There’s no obligation to commit right away. You’re welcome to set up one or two trial sessions to see if your child enjoys the experience and wants to continue. We’re confident that our personalised approach will help your child develop their chess skills while having fun.

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Parent/Guardian Details

Child's Details

Abilities & Goals

Let us know as much as possible about your child's chess abilities & goals. If your child has an account with chess.com or lichess let us know below. This helps us assess their level to help find the best coach.
If your child has a Lichess account, let us know their username
If your child has a Chess.com account, let us know their username
Let us know any details about your child's goals, skill levels, challenges and the kind of coaching they are interested in.
Preferred Class Type
Let us know available days and times. The more options the better chances of getting the best coach.

Tournament Terms & Conditions

Lunch 

Playing chess is a hungry and thirsty affair. Please bring plenty to eat and drink.

Prizes

Individual Players:

Trophies will be awarded to the top three players in the competition. All other players will be emailed a digital participation certificate within a week of participation.

School Teams:

If there are four or more students from a school attending, they will compete as a team (as well as individuals). Medals will be awarded to the top five players from the top three teams, and bronze medals to the top two individuals in the other teams.

Parents should arrive by 1.30pm if they wish to be there for the prizegiving.

Format

A 7 round Swiss. Each player has 15 minutes per game to complete their moves.

Medical:

If your child has any medical condition, please advise us before the tournament and on the day. EpiPen’s need to be handed to the tournament director on the day.

Any queries please contact us on: logistics@chessideas.com.au

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