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Olivia

Rate $63
Response 7h
Students
Number of students Olivia has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
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Number of students Olivia has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

$63/hr

1^st lesson free

Chess
Chinese Chess
Go (game)
Risk
Draughts

Chess Instructor Guiding Students in Strategic Thinking, Opening Theory, and Endgame Mastery With 9 Years of Experience and a B.Sc in Cognitive Science and Game Theory.

Chess
Chinese Chess
Go (game)
Risk
Draughts

Lesson location

- online

About Olivia

I have 9 years of experience teaching chess and hold a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science and Game Theory. My background combines analytical thinking, pattern recognition, and strategic planning, enabling me to teach chess as both a game of logic and an art of decision-making. I have worked with students of all ages and skill levels, supporting beginners in understanding the basics, intermediate learners in developing deeper strategies, and advanced students in preparing for competitive play.

My teaching philosophy emphasizes patience, structured guidance, and personalized instruction. I create a learning environment where students feel encouraged to experiment, make mistakes, and learn from experience. Lessons are designed to balance practical gameplay, theoretical study, and strategic exercises for well-rounded skill development.

Outside teaching, I actively study chess literature, follow tournament games, and analyze historical matches to enrich my lessons with context and insight. Helping learners develop strategic thinking, cognitive resilience, and a love for chess is immensely rewarding. I aim to inspire confidence, curiosity, and continuous growth in every student I teach.

About the lesson

My chess lessons focus on helping learners develop a deep understanding of strategy, tactics, and positional awareness. Lessons cover openings, midgame strategies, endgame techniques, pattern recognition, and critical thinking exercises. I incorporate interactive board analysis, scenario simulations, and real-game reviews to help students internalize concepts and improve decision-making. Students are encouraged to think ahead, anticipate opponent moves, and cultivate both patience and adaptability, building confidence in their gameplay.

Lessons are structured to suit each level. Beginners focus on basic rules, fundamental tactics, simple checkmates, and piece coordination to build a solid foundation. Intermediate learners refine their opening repertoire, positional understanding, strategic planning, and multi-move calculation. Advanced learners concentrate on complex tactics, deep strategic plans, time management, and high-level endgame mastery. Each session includes guided analysis, critical feedback, and hands-on exercises to foster continuous improvement.

Beyond tactical and strategic skill, chess lessons cultivate analytical thinking, problem-solving, and emotional resilience. Students learn to approach challenges methodically, anticipate consequences, and develop mental clarity under pressure. My goal is to help learners become confident, adaptable, and insightful players, capable of enjoying the game while continuously improving their strategic and cognitive abilities.

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Chess Instructor Guiding Students in Strategic Thinking, Opening Theory, and Endgame Mastery With 9 Years of Experience and a B.Sc in Cognitive Science and Game Theory.

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Chess Instructor Guiding Students in Strategic Thinking, Opening Theory, and Endgame Mastery With 9 Years of Experience and a B.Sc in Cognitive Science and Game Theory.

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About Olivia

About the lesson

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Pack prices

online

free lessons

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Agil

Rogan-Joe

Chandrika

FI Ishan

Saptorshi

Xie

Danuk

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Zané

Ashriel

Lucas

Vincent

Ruchira

Arun Kumar

Thomas

Arvin

Vladimir

Senuk

Ramiro

Bright

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