ChessPalace Private Lessons

ChessPalace offers private lessons from junior instructors rated 1400 up to Grandmasters with ratings of 2500 and up. Lessons from basic instructors involve tactics- and strategy-building, analysis of games, openings, middlegames, and endgames. Such sessions can provide one-on-one instructions with the instructor's undivided attention. Scheduling is flexible.

The instructor prepares materials from books or softwares and can assign homework for the student's benefits. Tournaments are suggested for students to yield the best improvement and assesment. Sometimes, coaches will usually be available in tournaments to give advice and game analysis.

Sessions can be for one to two students only, special exceptions are made with more than 2 students. Fees are based on per session attended. Each session typically ranges from 1- 1.5 hours depending on what's arranged with the instructor. For a list of instructors and their descriptions and accomplishments click here.

Benefits

In addition to attitude, academic and chess excellence, Action Swiss tournaments held on Friday eveningis free for all current ChessPalace students. It is an officially rated event with three rounds, so a U.S. Chess Federation membership is required. This will give students the opportunity to experience tournament play and settings to become acquainted with the rules and environment. Check the calendar for scheduling visit the Action Swiss page.