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Chess tips & ideas

Bite-sized advice to help you (or your child) improve, straight from the coaching desk.

5 Habits of Fast-Improving Chess Players

The simple, repeatable habits that separate players who plateau from those who keep climbing — straight from 35 years of coaching.

A coach's honest guide for parents: the right age to start, what to look for, and how chess helps young minds grow.

Both work brilliantly — here's how to choose between online and over-the-board coaching based on your goals and lifestyle.

Message me on WhatsApp for a quick, friendly chat about your goals — I reply the same day.