IM Loay Sameer

International Chess player (IM) with over 15 years of playing experience and over 5 years in coaching

I participated in many International Strong Tournaments, which gave me decent experience handling multiple stages of the game. I intend to pass this accumulated knowledge on to you during our training session.

Supported many students in reaching short-term goals such as gaining rating points, preparing for tournaments, and achieving personal competitive milestones.
Notable students' achievements:
- African Girls U14 Champion (2025)
- 3rd Place, World Cadets Championship U8
- Shared 2nd Place, African Youth Championship U14 Girls
- 3rd Place, securing a spot on the Macau National Team
- Jordanian Champion U16 (Open)
- Coached my university team to 1st place in the Jordanian Universities Championship for two consecutive years
- Achieved a +300 rating gain in one month (1200 → 1500)
- Improved rating from 1700 to 2000 in just four months

What We'll Cover Together:
- Tactics & Pattern Recognition: We'll focus extensively on tactical patterns—the essence of chess. You'll learn to spot opportunities and threats instantly, developing the tactical vision that separates strong players from the rest.
- Strategic Thinking & Calculation: I'll teach you the concept of candidate moves and proper calculation techniques. We'll explore the balance between static and dynamic play, helping you understand when to build positional pressure and when to strike tactically.
- Endgame Mastery: Many players neglect endgame study, which is exactly why mastering it gives you a decisive advantage. You'll learn how to think in the endgame, where to focus your attention, and how to convert advantages that your opponents routinely miss.
- Opening Preparation: We'll explore various opening systems and build a repertoire that matches your playing style—whether you prefer aggressive, tactical play or strategic, positional battles.
- Pawn Structures: Understanding openings means understanding the resulting pawn structures. We'll study the key formations that arise from your chosen openings, so you know exactly how to handle the middlegame positions you reach.
- Personalized Game Analysis: We'll analyze your games together, identifying your specific weaknesses and blind spots. This targeted approach saves you countless hours by focusing on what you personally need to improve rather than generic advice.
- Comprehensive Study Materials: You'll receive all materials from our sessions for review, plus additional PGN files, PDF resources, and recommended books for independent study—perfect if you want to accelerate your progress between lessons.