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Penelope
- Rate $34
- Response 1h
$34/h
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1st lesson free
- Chess
- Checkers
- Backgammon
- Go
- Risk
With over 3+ years of chess tutoring experience, this coach helps students develop logic, board control, and strategic patience to become confident, focused, and disciplined players.
- Chess
- Checkers
- Backgammon
- Go
- Risk
Lesson location
About Penelope
I am a dedicated chess tutor with over 3 years of experience and a Graduate Diploma in Chess Studies. I integrate chess theory, pattern recognition, and tactical awareness into every lesson to help students develop a strong foundation. Preparing students for chess exams and competitive play is a key part of my teaching, with a focus on mastering openings, middle-game strategy, and endgame techniques. I teach essential concepts like piece coordination, board control, and calculation through practical exercises and game analysis. My lessons include drills on common tactics such as forks, pins, and discovered attacks to strengthen both intuition and calculation skills. I work closely with exam candidates and tournament players aiming to improve their strategic understanding and overall fluency. My approach builds confidence in decision-making and helps players adapt effectively during games. I encourage critical thinking and patience, guiding students to recognize patterns and anticipate their opponents' moves. Whether beginners or advanced players, my goal is to cultivate well-rounded chess players with solid theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Ultimately, I strive to help students become confident and strategic competitors with a deep appreciation for the game.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
This teaching approach focuses on building a strong foundation in bowing technique to help students produce a rich, beautiful violin tone. Emphasis is placed on mastering various bow strokes such as détaché, spiccato, and legato. Dynamic control is carefully developed to bring expression and depth to every piece.
Students learn to control their bow arm through dedicated exercises designed especially for those who love to sing along or perform in choirs. These exercises improve smoothness, precision, and flexibility in bowing. The goal is to help every student develop expressive bowing that truly brings music to life.
Alongside bowing skills, attention is given to tone quality, rhythm, and musical phrasing. The method encourages consistent practice of bow speed and pressure to achieve different sound colors. Practical drills and step-by-step guidance help students overcome common challenges with bow control.
Whether preparing for exams or simply aiming to play beautifully, this approach supports each learner’s growth. It combines technical skill with musicality, ensuring students gain confidence and joy in their playing. With focused support, students discover how to create expressive and captivating violin sounds.
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Rates
Rate
- $34
Pack rates
- 5h: $170
- 10h: $340
online
- $34/h
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Penelope will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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