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Luis

5 (20 reviews)

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Number of students Luis has taught since their arrival at Superprof
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Number of students Luis has taught since their arrival at Superprof

5 (20 reviews)

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Chess

Master Chess: 10+ Years of Experience FIDE Instructor for Beginners and Beyond

Chess

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- At Luis's house: Nashville
- online
- at your home or a public place : will travel up to 20 mi. from Nashville

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About Luis

I discovered chess at the age of 12 and wished I had started earlier. During my teenage years, I participated in multiple international tournaments, representing my country as its champion. I traveled and competed throughout many cities in Mexico in my youth. After that, I founded a chess club at my high school and taught anyone interested in learning. My love for chess is so deep that I was able to share it with that club. Witnessing each small progress made by my friends reminded me of the feelings I experienced during tournaments, especially when I came home with a medal hanging around my neck. I revived the magic of chess within myself. This passion led me to teach. I have shared my love for chess with hundreds of individuals, ranging from a four-year-old girl to a seventy-two-year-old woman. This is one of the beautiful aspects of chess: it is a sport that can be enjoyed at any age. I firmly believe that chess is a powerful tool for humanity as it helps us utilize reasoning. I am convinced that if more people played chess, we would gradually create a better society—one that is fairer and where we all think before we act.

About the lesson

Each class is unique and tailored to the students' levels, ranging from beginner to 2000 FIDE Elo.

**Topics Covered:**
- Basics
- Opening
- Middle Game
- Endgame
- Strategy

**OBJECTIVE:**
To convey learning through repetition and fun, imparting valuable lessons under the belief that chess shares similarities with life and develops skills applicable to team management.

**EXPERIENCE:**
- Teaching at a high-level competitive chess academy.
- Bilingual teaching at schools and private sessions.
- Instruction at summer camps.

**TEACHING METHODOLOGY:**
- Adaptation of class content to align with the student's level and thinking style.
- Learning through play and enjoyment using digital tools for beginner students.
- For advanced students, focus on course selection and openings, with access to audiovisual materials and a study plan centered on competitive goals. This includes active training and coaching, as well as sharing personal experience in national competitions, both individual and team events.

**SKILLS TO DEVELOP:**
- Planning
- Strategic thinking
- Problem-solving
- Logical and structured thinking
- Critical analysis of options in decision-making
- Patience
- Discipline
- Adherence to rules

Review

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5 (20 reviews)

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Kelly
- 5
Perfect! luis is a wonderful teacher and human being! It's very obvious that he's been playing since he was young and is now a master of the game. He makes learning a fun and non-threatening experience, knows exactly what a person needs to work on and comes up with the perfect challenges for them. In our first lesson he taught me things I wish I had known years ago! Highly
recommend working with him.
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Kelly

Perfect! luis is a wonderful teacher and human being! It's very obvious that he's been playing since he was young and is now a master of the game. He makes learning a fun and non-threatening experience, knows exactly what a person needs to work on and comes up with the perfect challenges for them. In our first lesson he taught me things I wish I had known years ago! Highly
recommend working with him.

Luis's response
Her ability to focus made the class a good one.
- Luis's response :
  Her ability to focus made the class a good one.
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Carlos Humberto
- 5
Perfect! Luis's class was an absolute delight! His passion for the game is contagious, and he has a way of making even the most complex strategies seem understandable. He clearly has a deep understanding of chess, and he's always happy to share his knowledge. He's also incredibly patient and encouraging, which makes learning feel less intimidating. I left each class feeling inspired and eager to improve my game. If you're looking for a fun and engaging way to learn chess, I highly recommend Professor Luis!
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Carlos Humberto

Perfect! Luis's class was an absolute delight! His passion for the game is contagious, and he has a way of making even the most complex strategies seem understandable. He clearly has a deep understanding of chess, and he's always happy to share his knowledge. He's also incredibly patient and encouraging, which makes learning feel less intimidating. I left each class feeling inspired and eager to improve my game. If you're looking for a fun and engaging way to learn chess, I highly recommend Professor Luis!

Luis's response
He has an impressive calculation level.
- Luis's response :
  He has an impressive calculation level.
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Jorge Octavio

Excellent teacher, dynamic classes, knows a lot, will make you learn fast and he is a excellent human being who will always put your growth over anything else.
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Jorge Octavio
Excellent teacher, dynamic classes, knows a lot, will make you learn fast and he is a excellent human being who will always put your growth over anything else.
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Alberto

I started taking chess lessons from Professor Luis when I was just 10 years old. I had never played chess before, but he quickly taught me the basics and helped me to develop a love for the game. I am now a nationally ranked chess player, and I owe it all to Professor Luis.
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Alberto
I started taking chess lessons from Professor Luis when I was just 10 years old. I had never played chess before, but he quickly taught me the basics and helped me to develop a love for the game. I am now a nationally ranked chess player, and I owe it all to Professor Luis.
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Ana Gimena

Luis is super passionate about chess, and is a very patient teacher, he has the ability to make you feel comfortable so you can ask him any doubts you may have. He also really cares about his students and adapts to their needs.
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Ana Gimena
Luis is super passionate about chess, and is a very patient teacher, he has the ability to make you feel comfortable so you can ask him any doubts you may have. He also really cares about his students and adapts to their needs.
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Sofia

Luis excels as a chess instructor, combining expertise with a genuine enthusiasm for teaching. His ability to simplify complex strategies and inspire confidence in his students sets him apart, making him an ideal guide for chess enthusiasts at any level.

I wholeheartedly recommend Luis; trust me when I say he's not only the best teacher but also a wonderful person who genuinely cares about his students' progress and enjoyment of chess!
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Sofia
Luis excels as a chess instructor, combining expertise with a genuine enthusiasm for teaching. His ability to simplify complex strategies and inspire confidence in his students sets him apart, making him an ideal guide for chess enthusiasts at any level.

I wholeheartedly recommend Luis; trust me when I say he's not only the best teacher but also a wonderful person who genuinely cares about his students' progress and enjoyment of chess!
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Eduardo

Professor Luis is more than just a chess teacher. He is a mentor and a friend. He has helped me to develop not only my chess skills, but also my critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. I am grateful for his guidance and support
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Eduardo
Professor Luis is more than just a chess teacher. He is a mentor and a friend. He has helped me to develop not only my chess skills, but also my critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. I am grateful for his guidance and support
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Rodolfo

Professor Luis is more than just a chess teacher. He is a mentor and a friend. He has helped me to develop not only my chess skills, but also my critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. I am grateful for his guidance and support
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Rodolfo
Professor Luis is more than just a chess teacher. He is a mentor and a friend. He has helped me to develop not only my chess skills, but also my critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. I am grateful for his guidance and support
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Charly

He takes time to explain things in a way I can understand and uses different ways and examples so it's easier to understand
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Charly
He takes time to explain things in a way I can understand and uses different ways and examples so it's easier to understand
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José

He is a very good teacher as he is patient and knows how to transmit knowledge.
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José
He is a very good teacher as he is patient and knows how to transmit knowledge.
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Ash

I am a complete beginner at chess, and I was very nervous about taking lessons. However, Professor Luis put me at ease right away. He is a very friendly and approachable teacher, and he made learning chess fun and enjoyable. I highly recommend him to anyone, regardless of their skill level.
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Ash
I am a complete beginner at chess, and I was very nervous about taking lessons. However, Professor Luis put me at ease right away. He is a very friendly and approachable teacher, and he made learning chess fun and enjoyable. I highly recommend him to anyone, regardless of their skill level.
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Itzel

"I have been taking chess lessons from Professor Luis for the past year, and I have seen a dramatic improvement in my game. He is a great teacher who is able to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise way. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their chess."
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Itzel
"I have been taking chess lessons from Professor Luis for the past year, and I have seen a dramatic improvement in my game. He is a great teacher who is able to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise way. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their chess."
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Felix

Professor Luis is an excellent chess teacher. He is patient, knowledgeable, and passionate about the game. He has helped me improve my skills significantly, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking to learn or improve their chess.
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Felix
Professor Luis is an excellent chess teacher. He is patient, knowledgeable, and passionate about the game. He has helped me improve my skills significantly, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking to learn or improve their chess.
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I highly recommend profesor Luis, he is funny and professional, he has a lot of knowledge about chess, his method really helps to learn easily!
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I highly recommend profesor Luis, he is funny and professional, he has a lot of knowledge about chess, his method really helps to learn easily!
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Professor Luis is one of the best chess teachers I have ever had. He is very patient and encouraging, and he always takes the time to explain things in a way that I can understand. I have learned so much from him, and I am confident that I will continue to improve under his guidance.
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Professor Luis is one of the best chess teachers I have ever had. He is very patient and encouraging, and he always takes the time to explain things in a way that I can understand. I have learned so much from him, and I am confident that I will continue to improve under his guidance.
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Jesus

I have been a student of Professor Luis for a few months and I am surprised by the great progress I have made in my chess skills. Professor Luis is not only highly skilled in chess, but has great ability to transmit his knowledge to his students, challenging them to be better class after class and inspiring them to exploit their potential.
I highly recommend Luis's chess lessons.
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Jesus
I have been a student of Professor Luis for a few months and I am surprised by the great progress I have made in my chess skills. Professor Luis is not only highly skilled in chess, but has great ability to transmit his knowledge to his students, challenging them to be better class after class and inspiring them to exploit their potential.
I highly recommend Luis's chess lessons.
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Carlos Humberto

Luis's combination of passion, experience, initiative, adaptability and a strong sense of purpose make him a very good teacher.
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Carlos Humberto
Luis's combination of passion, experience, initiative, adaptability and a strong sense of purpose make him a very good teacher.
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Marco

Ill say that Luis, is a trustworthy teacher with tons of experience because he’s like the Yoda of chess, guiding students from cluelessness to checkmate. Also, I think of him as the Gandalf of the chessboard. So, if you’re looking to level up your chess game, Luis might just be your wizard who will guide you through middle earth.
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Marco
Ill say that Luis, is a trustworthy teacher with tons of experience because he’s like the Yoda of chess, guiding students from cluelessness to checkmate. Also, I think of him as the Gandalf of the chessboard. So, if you’re looking to level up your chess game, Luis might just be your wizard who will guide you through middle earth.
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I know Professor Fonseca since 2018 and he was already teaching young kids how to play chess while also been involved in Chess tournaments, which he has won several. He helped me started my journey into chess which I enjoy a lot, there is always something new to learn in the game and Professor Fonseca certainly will help you.
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I know Professor Fonseca since 2018 and he was already teaching young kids how to play chess while also been involved in Chess tournaments, which he has won several. He helped me started my journey into chess which I enjoy a lot, there is always something new to learn in the game and Professor Fonseca certainly will help you.
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German

Dear chess students,
I first tried chess when I was 10 and since then I've loved it, but for me it was a hobby. Until college when I joined the competitive team.

I cannot tell how big of a difference is to have a guide like Luis (fonsi as we call him). He is a really funny person but his chess skills are not a joke.

I kindly recommend this superprof to have a great time and improve your chess as never before.

Regards,
German, the Black Horse
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German
Dear chess students,
I first tried chess when I was 10 and since then I've loved it, but for me it was a hobby. Until college when I joined the competitive team.

I cannot tell how big of a difference is to have a guide like Luis (fonsi as we call him). He is a really funny person but his chess skills are not a joke.

I kindly recommend this superprof to have a great time and improve your chess as never before.

Regards,
German, the Black Horse
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1) When did you start practicing? How did this passion find you?
My dad introduced me to the game at the age of 10, I remember liking the game but I was a soccer player. My journey as a chess instructor began during my high school years, following a successful run in national tournaments during my adolescence. My passion for chess ignited when I met my first teacher. He started teaching me theory at the age of 12. I wish I had been introduced to it earlier! The strategic depth and the thrill of outmaneuvering my opponent immediately captivated me. I was hooked, devouring books and analyzing master games, and this passion has only intensified over the years, leading me to become a FIDE instructor and share my love of chess with others.
2) Which chess masters affect you the most?
I find inspiration in the works of chess masters like Capablanca and Karpov. Their strategic brilliance and innovative approaches to the game continue to inspire me. I am also deeply affected by the writings of Kasparov, whose insights on strategy and tactics have proven invaluable in both chess and life.
3) What are the qualities and skills required to succeed in this area?
Success in chess requires a combination of analytical skills, strategic thinking, tactical awareness, and mental fortitude. One must be able to anticipate future moves, calculate variation.
4) What is the most valuable advice you can give to help someone stay focused on learning chess?
My most valuable advice is to break down large projects into smaller, manageable tasks. This makes the process less daunting and allows for a sense of accomplishment with each step. It's also crucial to schedule dedicated time for creative work and to eliminate distractions that can hinder progress. Finally, don't be afraid to experiment and take risks. Creativity thrives on exploration and innovation.
5) How would you describe your passion; how does it make you feel?
My passion for chess is all-consuming. It fills me with a sense of joy, excitement, and fulfillment. Every time I sit down at the board, I feel a surge of energy and anticipation. The game challenges me intellectually, pushes me to think creatively, and allows me to express myself in a unique and powerful way.
6) What achievements are you particularly proud of?
I am most proud of the positive impact I have had on my students. Seeing them progress, develop their skills, and gain confidence is incredibly rewarding. I am also proud of my role in promoting chess in my community, particularly among children, and fostering a love for the game in the next generation. On the other hand, I have many experiences earned by participating in national competitions, all sponsored by the government, I've visited 31 out of 32 states in Mexico, and even been to Vegas once. Trophies and medals as Sinaloa's champion. A Bronce National Medal and now I start to see my students grow and get their own trophies.
7) Have you ever been surprised by a student; by their ability or quick progression?
I have been fortunate to work with many talented students, but I was particularly impressed by a young boy who, despite having no prior experience, quickly grasped the fundamentals of the game and began playing at a very high level. His natural aptitude and dedication were truly remarkable.
8) Being a Superprof is an art! What is your secret?
My secret to being a successful Superprof is passion, patience, and a genuine desire to help my students succeed. I believe that every individual has the potential to learn and grow, and I strive to create a supportive and encouraging learning environment where students can thrive. I also believe in the power of positive reinforcement and celebrating successes, no matter how small. Ultimately, my goal is to inspire a love of learning and a lifelong appreciation for the game of chess.

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3) What are the qualities and skills required to succeed in this area?

4) What is the most valuable advice you can give to help someone stay focused on learning chess?

5) How would you describe your passion; how does it make you feel?

6) What achievements are you particularly proud of?

7) Have you ever been surprised by a student; by their ability or quick progression?

8) Being a Superprof is an art! What is your secret?

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