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Private chess lessons at Vancouver chess school

Whether you’re preparing for a championship or just starting your journey, our 1-on-1 private lessons are the fastest way to level up your skills, strategy, and confidence.

Available online and in-person

Flexible scheduling to suit your needs - from the comfort of your home or at our Vancouver campus.

Personalized training for every student

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100% coach focus, customized to your level and goals

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Opening theory, tactics, endgames, strategy & game analysis

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Tournament preparation & long-term planning

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Build confidence, discipline & critical thinking

Why private lessons work:

Our experienced coaches create tailored programs to address each student’s strengths and weaknesses.
This focused approach ensures faster improvement and deep understanding —  from club players to national champions.
Private classes why work
Assessment
Location
Vancouver chess school
Address
312-2083 Alma street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Online
Zoom, with screen sharing & digital boards
Contact
604-568-3283
Email
info@vanchess.ca

What parents are saying

Z. Eddie Ning

Nov 28, 2024
5 stars

This is a great place if your kid is interested in chess, or you want them to develop their interests. It’s not just a school, but feels more like a community. My son loves Sunday chess club. He get...

Ryan Leong

Oct 23, 2024
5 stars

Vancouver Chess School is not just a chess school. It is a place where children foster many different skills such as decision making, adapting to a competitive environment, and an opportunity to give ...

Hugh Jo

Oct 31, 2024
5 stars

Vancouver Chess school is one of the best with great education, teachers are all kind and patient with big smile....

Jo Ro

Mar 4, 2025
5 stars

Great staff! Great learning experience for kids!...

Serena Wang

Jan 28, 2025
5 stars

We highly recommend Vancouver Chess School, where the child has been studying for more than a year and has made great progress. The teachers are conscientious and constantly motivate the children t...

Xuan Wang

Feb 26, 2025
5 stars

A very good chess school! Urna is not only a champion but also an instructor who knows how to teach very young children. My daughter is a Kindergartener; she loves to come to the chess classes every S...

Naama Rotem-Kohavi

Jan 15, 2025
5 stars

We are very pleased with the Vancouver Chess School! My child is very enthusiastic in participating in the variety of activities, pro D days, tournaments and classes they offer. The school is managed ...

Hongyi Bai

Nov 14, 2024
5 stars

We have been in Vancouver Chess School for about two years. appreciating the comprehensive program, the flexible schedule ( in-person or online) , and the diverse tournaments chess school offers. Teac...

adanLOLt

Nov 6, 2024
5 stars

Coaches are nice and friendly and they help out whenever we need it....

Christopher Bissonnette

Apr 3, 2025
5 stars

Great teachers and a wonderful environment for kids to learn chess and practice in tournaments - has been an exceptional experience for our daughter....

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