Hello! My name is Jadranko Plenca, a 25-year-old International Master (IM) from Rijeka, Croatia. Chess has been my passion since childhood, and it would be my pleasure to share my knowledge and experience with you.
📧 Feel free to contact me at jadrogm@gmail.com
IM Jadranko Plenca
“You may learn much more from a game you lose than from a game you win. You will have to lose hundreds of games before becoming a good player.” -- Jose Raul Capablanca
| Location | Rijeka Croatia |
|---|---|
| Languages | English (US), Hrvatski |
| Rating | FIDE: 242725402539 |
| Hourly rate | Flexible,contact me for more details |
| Availability | Accepting students |
| Active |
About me
Playing experience
I began playing chess at the age of 8, and since then I’ve dedicated my life to the game. Over the years, I’ve won numerous tournaments and achieved a Grandmaster norm.
My most notable achievement was becoming European Vice-Champion (Standard) in Mamaia (2017), where I defeated several elite players, including Haik Martirosyan in the final round.
Other highlights of my career include:
-Multiple titles as Croatian Champion in cadet and junior categories
-Bronze medal at the European Junior Team Championship, Rymanów Zdrój (2017)
-European Rapid Champion, Novi Sad (2016)
-Gold medal at the Mitropa Cup (2017)
-Tournament victories and podium finishes: Villach Open 2018 (1st place), Vasja Pirc Memorial 2018 (3rd place), Zagreb Open 2018 (top finisher)
My most notable achievement was becoming European Vice-Champion (Standard) in Mamaia (2017), where I defeated several elite players, including Haik Martirosyan in the final round.
Other highlights of my career include:
-Multiple titles as Croatian Champion in cadet and junior categories
-Bronze medal at the European Junior Team Championship, Rymanów Zdrój (2017)
-European Rapid Champion, Novi Sad (2016)
-Gold medal at the Mitropa Cup (2017)
-Tournament victories and podium finishes: Villach Open 2018 (1st place), Vasja Pirc Memorial 2018 (3rd place), Zagreb Open 2018 (top finisher)
Teaching experience
I am both an International Master (IM) and a certified FIDE Instructor (FI), with over 5 years of coaching experience. My strengths lie in opening preparation, strategic planning, and practical training methods. I’ve helped many strong players sharpen their skills and reach new competitive levels.
I’ve also worked extensively with juniors at local chess clubs, guiding many of them to become category leaders and medalists at the Croatian Chess Championships. My experience with international students has shaped an adaptable, student-focused coaching style.
Whether you are a beginner building a foundation, a junior striving for rapid progress, or an advanced player preparing for serious tournaments, I provide personalized training programs tailored to your goals.
I’ve also worked extensively with juniors at local chess clubs, guiding many of them to become category leaders and medalists at the Croatian Chess Championships. My experience with international students has shaped an adaptable, student-focused coaching style.
Whether you are a beginner building a foundation, a junior striving for rapid progress, or an advanced player preparing for serious tournaments, I provide personalized training programs tailored to your goals.
Best skills
-Opening theory and repertoire building
-Tactical sharpness and dynamic play
-Analytical thinking and in-depth game analysis
-Strategic planning and endgame technique
-Tactical sharpness and dynamic play
-Analytical thinking and in-depth game analysis
-Strategic planning and endgame technique
Teaching methodology
Each lesson lasts 60 minutes and is fully customized to your needs. Together we will:
-Study opening theory, focusing on ideas, not just memorization
-Improve your strategical understanding and endgame technique through practical examples
-Analyze your games in detail to identify strengths, correct mistakes, and build consistency
-My aim is simple: to help you unlock your full chess potential and enjoy the journey while improving step by step.
✨ If you’re looking for a coach who combines professional playing experience with proven teaching results, I’d be glad to work with you!
-Study opening theory, focusing on ideas, not just memorization
-Improve your strategical understanding and endgame technique through practical examples
-Analyze your games in detail to identify strengths, correct mistakes, and build consistency
-My aim is simple: to help you unlock your full chess potential and enjoy the journey while improving step by step.
✨ If you’re looking for a coach who combines professional playing experience with proven teaching results, I’d be glad to work with you!