NM Julian Proleiko

I am a two-time Missouri State chess champion with a decade of teaching experience. I hold the National Master title, with a peak USCF rating of 2366 and a peak FIDE rating of 2290. I've worked with players of all skill levels and backgrounds, coaching up to the master level.

To get an idea of my playing style, here's a link to some of my favorite games!

lichess.org/study/vAZfCywh/QqQm0jco

Peak USCF: 2366
Peak FIDE 2290

My best tournament was the 2023 Spice Cup Open. Scoring 5/9 with a USCF tournament performance rating of 2561 and a FIDE performance of 2473.
Tied for first in the 2023 Midwest Class Championship with several Grandmasters.
Saint Louis Chess Club Co-Champion with Grandmaster Denes Boros (2022)
Two-time Missouri State Champion
Two-time Missouri Master/Expert Champion
Tied for first in the 2023 Bill Wright Saint Louis Open
Draw with No.2 in the world, Fabiano Caruana, in a USCF-rated blitz game.

I have taught chess to players of all different skills, ages, and backgrounds for over a decade.

My greatest strength is understanding the practical side of tournament chess and clearly explaining my thought process when faced with difficult decisions over the board.

I tailor my teaching to each student's needs.