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1st Division DEDICATED Chess Coaching Lessons with 3000+ Tactic Elo and 1900 Classical Elo
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About Goncalo
--- BEFORE READING IT ALL --- I'm an 18-year-old kid with a lot to prove and teach already, though my skills are top-notch in whatever I do. Investing in me is the best way to invest in yourself. I put all my effort into teaching and making sure you get your money's worth of knowledge. --- My thought process --- I’m someone who thrives on deep thinking, strategy, and problem-solving. My mind is always racing, breaking down complexities, and finding patterns in everything—whether it’s in chess, design, math, or the bigger picture of life itself. I’ve always been drawn to challenges that push my limits, and I love refining my skills to absolute precision. --- Chess As I know it --- Chess became one of my biggest outlets for this mindset. With a 1900 Elo in classical chess and 3000+ Tactic Elo, I don’t just play—I analyze, adapt, and strategize on a deep level. It’s not just about the moves; it’s about the logic behind them, the psychology, the ability to predict and manipulate the flow of a game. That same approach extends to everything I do—I don’t settle for surface-level knowledge; I break things apart, master them, and make them my own. --- Other Competencies --- Outside of chess, I have a strong foundation in IT (web design, video editing, social media management, data storage, etc.), design (I've done art since 4 years old and studied it briefly), problem-solving, and math, always looking for ways to optimize and create. I enjoy teaching because it lets me share my structured way of thinking with others, helping them see things more clearly and improve in ways they didn’t think possible! You can always do better. ́--- Conclusion --- I’m constantly searching for efficiency, mastery, and deeper understanding, whether it’s in chess, work, or life itself. If you want to think sharper, play smarter, and improve faster, I’m here to help.
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- All levels
- English
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In these coaching sessions, you’ll get custom-made documents to help guide your progress, tailored to your strengths and weaknesses. I review your games, provide personalized advice, and develop strategies that match your playstyle, ensuring each session delivers maximum value.
Small Introduction and Overall Plan:
❐ I offer flexible, friendly, and tailored lessons for players of all ages and skill levels, ensuring you feel comfortable and supported every step of the way. My approach is all about making learning chess enjoyable and effective. I adapt my lessons to your strengths and preferences, focusing on long-term improvement through structured, personalized coaching. Whether you’re refining openings, sharpening tactics, or mastering endgames, I’m here to guide you. Plus, with a custom-made document tracking your progress, you’ll always know exactly what to work on outside of the sessions. I’m easy to work with, approachable, and dedicated to helping you get stronger, one move at a time. (I’ve coached players from 5 years old to 40+ years old, so no matter your age, you’re in good hands.) With this document, your lessons will be unlike anyone else’s because it’s tailored and properly structured specifically for you.
Detailed Introduction and Specifics for the Plan:
❐ Each lesson is designed to give you strong foundations, practical improvement, and long-term growth, no matter your age or level. My coaching adapts to your pace and experience, making it ideal whether you're just starting or have been playing for a while.
❐ We'll begin by building an opening repertoire that fits your personal style. I won't just hand you random openings, I’ll explain the ideas behind them and show you how to use them effectively. These choices are based on your actual games, so they reflect your comfort zone and goals. At the same time, we’ll work on analyzing your games in depth. I’ll review them before our sessions and point out recurring patterns, key mistakes, and habits that may be holding you back. This allows each lesson to target exactly what will help you improve fastest.
❐ Tactics play a huge role in chess strength, so we’ll develop your calculation skills using custom positions from your own games and trusted training tools. I’ll help you build confidence in spotting patterns and making sharp decisions during critical moments. As your tactical vision grows, we’ll also explore positional play, understanding pawn structures, piece activity, long-term plans, and how to evaluate a position calmly and accurately. This strategic layer is what really pushes players beyond just solving puzzles.
❐ We’ll also cover endgame fundamentals to make sure you can convert advantages or hold difficult positions when the board gets simplified. You won’t need to memorize hundreds of positions, just understand the key ideas that matter most in practical games.
❐ What makes my coaching unique is the personal document I create and maintain for each student. I work on it outside of our lessons, so you benefit from a deeper level of preparation. It includes a summary of your most common mistakes, advice on how to fix them, a list of openings suited to your style, and additional resources or tips that are updated regularly as you improve.
❐ Between lessons, I can also provide optional short tasks tailored to your goals, whether you want to take things slow or push yourself hard. Everything we do is structured, but flexible.
❐ Above all, I keep my approach friendly and supportive. I’ve worked with people as young as 5 and others over 40, and I make sure every session feels comfortable and respectful. You’ll always be welcome to reach out with questions between lessons, I’ll be there to help.
[Once you book, message me the name of your account if you have one (Lichess, Chess.com, etc.) and a short note about your playstyle (what you enjoy and don't), such as certain types of openings, tactical pressure, playing positionally, etc. This helps me prepare effectively in my own time so that every session is fully personalized to you]
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- S$32
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- 5h: S$162
- 10h: S$325
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- S$32/h
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This first lesson is free to allow you to get to know your teacher so that they can best meet your needs.
- 30mins
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