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Chess: basic tactics, intro to theory and how to use tools to improve further. (Dutch and English)

Chess is an amazing game I think everyone should learn. To start I will teach you how to play in a beginner friendly way by focusing less on the theory and more on tactics and rules you should follow during your game so you always have a good position. Then when you're excited about that we can move on to theory so you need less time worrying about what to play. I make my own courses and i will teach you how to use an online database so you have all the skills necessary to improve further. I specialize in teaching people on the autism spectrum.

Location

At student's location: Around Hoboken, Belgium
At student's location: Around Brussels, Belgium

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suitcase iconSkills:
Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Duration:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Dutch

About Me

•Teaching chess: basic tactics, theory and tools.
•Learning something you're not interested in is difficult, I try to use my skills in storytelling and clear communication to bring everyone onboard and enjoying the game in their own way.
•Specialized on working with people on the autism spectrum and other antisocial behavior.

Education

Universiteit van Antwerpen, studying biology. Finished highschool with 84% as my final result. Had chess classes from 6 y/o (the moment I fell in love) and stopped to focus on teaching others at 17.

Experience / Qualifications

Used to be president of my highschool chess club, teaching all beginners.
Lead initiatives bringing social interaction through competitive (non-aggressive) games for youth with antisocial behavior in the correctional facility in Mol.

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