GM Alexander Bagrationi

Alexander Bagrationi — Chess Grandmaster (GM)

Started at 6: learned chess like many kids and quickly fell in love with the game.

Age 12: earned the Candidate Master title.

Age 18: became an International Master (IM).

Age 24: achieved the Grandmaster (GM) title with a peak FIDE rating of 2542.

Active competitor: I continue to play regularly and stay tournament-sharp.

Verification & games: results and games are publicly available via FIDE and major chess databases—the games speak for themselves.

Career highlights: competed throughout my career in numerous national and international events, including Ukrainian Championships, European events, and strong open tournaments; winner of many mid-level opens.

Recent titles: Jerusalem City Champion (2018); Cologne/Köln City Champion (2025).

Classical Soviet School: I base my lessons on the proven methods of the Soviet chess school, inspired by legendary trainers such as Mark Dvoretsky and Artur Yusupov.

Strategic Foundations: I emphasize the timeless ideas of Aron Nimzowitsch from “My System”, which laid the foundation for modern chess understanding and training.

Modern Approach: I integrate the latest tools, trends, and opening innovations to ensure my students stay up to date with current chess practice.

Personalized Methods: Since every student learns differently, I adapt my methodology to match the individual’s style, strengths, and goals.