Send me your child's lost games
Send 1 to 3 games your child lost on Chess.com or Lichess. Just paste the links on WhatsApp.
Online one-to-one chess lessons
I beat GM Daniel Naroditsky. Now I help your child stop making the same mistakes.
+200 rating pointsin 10 weeks, on average
Private 1-on-1 chess lessons for kids, online or in London. The first lesson is free.
✓ No card required
How it works
3 easy steps. No commitment.
It starts with a 30-second WhatsApp message. You don't pay anything to start.
Book free lesson →Get a list of their weak spots
I look at the games and send you a short list of the mistakes that cost them the most.
Fix them in a free lesson
We go through the mistakes together, 1-on-1. Then you decide if you want more lessons.
Who this is for.
- Your child should be here if:
- They are stuck. They watch videos and do puzzles, but their rating has not gone up.
- They have no plan. They know the rules, but they don't know why they lose.
- They keep making the same mistakes. Same traps. Same time trouble.
- They want to win. They play tournaments and want to win more games.
- This is not for you if:
- They just learned how the pieces move.
- You want a magic trick, not practice.
- You think learning more openings is the answer.
- They don't want to look at their lost games.
Not sure? Book a free lesson. I'll show you where your child loses games. Then you decide.
Real students. Real results.
Real rating graphs from real students. Nothing cropped.
Jordi Kayani
+748Nov 2024 → now
1740Rating now
1844Peak
99%Percentile
Arin K.
+562Jun 2025 → now
1424Rating now
1582Peak
96.4%Percentile
For parents
Safeguarding and results you can verify.
Coaching for your child is a decision you make, even when the lessons are theirs. Here is what I can show you before you book anything.
Enhanced DBS checkedCertificate sent before first session
Parents welcome to observeAny lesson, no exceptions
Written progress reportsPlan from lesson 1, review at week 5
Titled-coached juniorsUKCC Gigafinals bronze, London Junior Champion
Simple prices. The first lesson is free.
Your child tries a free lesson first. If they like it, pick a plan. No card needed.
One-off lesson
£80/ lesson
£80 total · one 60-minute lesson
Help with one specific problem.
- Includes:
- 60 minutes, one-to-one, on Zoom
- Your biggest recurring mistake, named
- Written summary afterwards
- One training task to start on
- Book whenever it suits you
The first lesson is free. No card needed.
10-week programme
£50/ week
1 lesson a week · £500 total
+200 rating pointsAverage student gain in 10 weeks
Our promise: your child gains at least 100 rating points in 10 weeks, or we keep coaching them for free until they do.
Only pay if you continue after your free lesson. Split it in 2: £250 at the start, £250 at week 5.
- What you get:
- Week 1: Tactical Motivations, plus a full diagnostic
- A written 10-week training plan
- An opening repertoire built for you
- Daily homework, 20–30 minutes
- Week 5 progress review, written down
- WhatsApp access between lessons
The first lesson is free. No card needed.
20-week mentorship
£45/ week
1 lesson a week · £900 total
A full tournament season, planned with you.
Only pay if you continue after your free lesson. Split it in 2: £450 at the start, £450 at week 10.
- Everything in the 10-week, and:
- Your tournament calendar planned with me
- Opponent prep before rated events
- Every tournament game debriefed
- Second-phase opening repertoire
- Written reviews at weeks 5, 10 and 15
- Priority scheduling and game review
The first lesson is free. No card needed.
Results depend on your starting level and the work between lessons. I will tell you before you pay what is realistic.
Meet your coach
I find the mistake your child keeps making, and help fix it.
I am a FIDE Master and a private chess coach in London.
Every lesson uses your child’s own games, not a textbook. We practise each fix until it sticks.
Beaten 4 top GMsFirouzja, Svidler, Krasenkow, Naroditsky
2850 peakChess.com rating
1,000+ hoursPrivate coaching
50+ studentsJuniors and adults
1:1 onlyNo group classes
The method
Learn the SilverNote Method I used to beat GM Daniel Naroditsky.
Play through the full game below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
How strong do I need to be to start?
You just need to know the rules and play games often. I teach kids from about age 7 and adults up to strong club level (2000+). If you just learned the moves, play a few dozen games first, then come back.
How long until my rating starts moving?
Most students see their rating go up within 4 to 6 weeks. Doing the homework between lessons makes the biggest difference.
Can I do lessons online?
Yes. Everything runs on Zoom or Google Meet with a Chess.com or Lichess board. Slots suit UK, European, US and Asian evenings.
Do you offer group classes or a junior chess club?
No. SilverNote is 1:1 only, so every lesson is built on your child's own games, repertoire and blind spots rather than a crowded group chess club or shared syllabus.
Are you DBS checked for safeguarding?
Yes. I hold a current enhanced DBS certificate and will send verification before your child's first session. Parents are welcome to observe any lesson.
Do you offer chess lessons for kids?
Yes. I coach juniors from around age seven through to strong club level. Lessons are 1:1 and tailored to your child's current rating and goals, with a written plan and regular progress updates for parents.
Are lessons available in London?
Yes. I live in London. Lessons are online, or in person if you live nearby.
What actually happens in the free first session?
It's free, and you don't have to buy anything after. Send 1 to 3 games your child lost. In the lesson we go through their biggest mistakes, and I give you a simple plan to fix them. Then you decide.
YOUR MOVE
Tell me your child's rating and goal. I'll reply the same day.
Send 1 to 3 games your child lost, if you have them. I read every message myself.
Every game lost before the next tournament makes the bad habit stronger.