Private Chess Coaching

Focused coaching built around your games, not generic lessons.

£30/hour

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Your Coach

Hi, I'm Michael

I'll help you focus on what actually matters - patterns and plans, not opening memorisation. No wasted time, just the stuff that works.

Whether you're stuck at a plateau, returning after years away, or just starting out - I tailor sessions to where you are.

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Why Choose Me

What Makes This Different

I remember what it's like to be stuck. I know what actually moves the needle.

Your Games, Analysed

We work through your actual games, not generic puzzles. Your mistakes are where the real learning happens.

No Opening Memorisation

Until you're ready for it. We focus on understanding positions, not drilling 15 moves you'll forget under pressure.

Clear Study Plan

You'll know exactly what to work on between sessions. No more wondering "what should I study next?"

Fits Your Schedule

Book times that work for you. Reschedule if life gets in the way. No packages or rigid commitments.

Simple Process

How It Works

Getting started is simple. No complicated sign-up process.

1

Book a Session

Pick a time that works for you.

2

We Talk Chess

Share your games and tell me where you want to improve. I'll analyse them to find patterns and priority areas.

3

Start Improving

Focused study on what matters most for your game, with interactive analysis on Lichess or Chess.com.

Pricing

Simple Pricing

No packages, no commitments, no hidden fees.

1:1 Online Coaching

£30

per hour

  • Live video session (Zoom, Discord, or Google Meet)
  • Interactive analysis on Lichess/Chess.com
  • Personalised recommendations after each session
  • Flexible scheduling
  • In-person available in Colchester, Essex
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FAQ

Common Questions

Get In Touch

Contact

Send me a Lichess or Chess.com game link and I'll reply with one concrete thing to work on. Just email the link - nothing else needed.