My name is Denis. I’m 22 years old. I’m a FIDE Master (Fide rating 2300+) and professional chess coach.
I have been playing chess for about 15 years and coaching for 3 years.
Individual lessons are available in English & Russian.
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FM Denis Kozlov
work until your idols become your rivals
| Location |  Earth |
|---|---|
| Languages | English (US), Русский язык |
| Rating | FIDE: 231927502272 |
| Hourly rate | 20$/hour. Training games with quick analysis - 15$/hour. |
| Availability | Accepting students |
| Active |
About me
Playing experience
My best victory was against Jeffery Xiong - a member of the U.S. Olympic team and ranked 30th in the world: www.chess.com/analysis/game/live/118509573799/review
I was 9th at the 2021 European Under-18 Championship.
I have played about 60 tournaments with classical time control, and also played more than 100 tournaments with blitz time control
I have beaten 5 grandmasters at the board and about 30 on the Internet.
I was 9th at the 2021 European Under-18 Championship.
I have played about 60 tournaments with classical time control, and also played more than 100 tournaments with blitz time control
I have beaten 5 grandmasters at the board and about 30 on the Internet.
Teaching experience
I have a structured training system that I’ve tested with over 40 students; it helps them gain 200–300 Elo rating points in 4–6 months.
I started teaching chess three years ago. My students have included players of all levels, from near-beginners to National Masters(NM).
I use the following teaching methodology: when a students comes to me saying they need a chess coach, I first ask which specific aspects of their game they believe need improvement. Then, during the first session, I suggest playing 3–4 rapid games or around 8–10 blitz games this helps me identify your strengths and weaknesses, as well as evaluate your opening preparation. After that, I create an individual training plan for each student, outlining approximately two months of work: what we will work on and in what order.
If you're a beginner and want to quickly improve your rating, I can select openings for both White and Black specifically for you.
I started teaching chess three years ago. My students have included players of all levels, from near-beginners to National Masters(NM).
I use the following teaching methodology: when a students comes to me saying they need a chess coach, I first ask which specific aspects of their game they believe need improvement. Then, during the first session, I suggest playing 3–4 rapid games or around 8–10 blitz games this helps me identify your strengths and weaknesses, as well as evaluate your opening preparation. After that, I create an individual training plan for each student, outlining approximately two months of work: what we will work on and in what order.
If you're a beginner and want to quickly improve your rating, I can select openings for both White and Black specifically for you.
Other experiences
My favorite chess game is Alexander Morozevich - Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, Biel, 2009. I also really enjoyed the first game of the 2018 World Championship Carlsen - Caruana, 21...Nf8!! probably my favorite move in chess.
Best skills
Firstly, I know opening theory well and can help you with studying openings.
Secondly, and this is the most important, I play positionally very well. I can teach you how to maneuver pieces, make correct exchanges, how to create weaknesses in your opponent and generally all aspects of positional play.
Thirdly, I also have a sense of dynamics and like to sacrifice material for the activity of figures.
Fourthly, I can explain complex things in simple language.
Secondly, and this is the most important, I play positionally very well. I can teach you how to maneuver pieces, make correct exchanges, how to create weaknesses in your opponent and generally all aspects of positional play.
Thirdly, I also have a sense of dynamics and like to sacrifice material for the activity of figures.
Fourthly, I can explain complex things in simple language.
Teaching methodology
I use the following teaching methodology: when a students comes to me saying they need a chess coach, I first ask which specific aspects of their game they believe need improvement. Then, during the first session, I suggest playing 3–4 rapid games or around 8–10 blitz games this helps me identify your strengths and weaknesses, as well as evaluate your opening preparation. After that, I create an individual training plan for each student, outlining approximately two months of work: what we will work on and in what order.
