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- Rate $15
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Contact
1st lesson free
- Chess
John Neumann: Computer Science student and president of the Calvin University Chess club
- Chess
Lesson location
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At John's house: Grand Rapids
- online
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About John
I am a student at Calvin University, studying Computer Science. As a sophomore, I founded the Calvin University Chess Club with a group of my closest friends. We hold weekly meetings where we study chess theory and openings, and have held multiple tournaments.
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About the lesson
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Children
levels :
Beginner
Intermediate
Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My teaching philosophy combines systematic skill-building with strategic imagination. I emphasize understanding over memorization - training students to think like the players, not just remember moves. Lessons include but are not limited to:
Conceptual learning: Explaining openings, tactics, positional play, and endgames using interactive examples.
Practical application: Simulated games, decision-making challenges, and timed puzzles to develop critical thinking under pressure.
Reflective analysis: Reviewing past games to identify recurring patterns, helping students to truly play like a grandmaster.
Technology is also part of my toolkit. I use chess.com to analyze positions and review historical chess games.
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Rates
Rate
- $15
Pack rates
- 5h: $75
- 10h: $150
free lessons
This first lesson offered with John will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- $15/h
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