Coaching

If you are interested in my chess coaching services, you will find all the necessary information below. Please respect my terms and don't debate a change - there are plenty of other coaches with lower rates and different terms.

Hourly rate:

120 USD/hour. This applies to single or occasional training sessions - for example, if you want to work on a specific topic such as identifying your weaknesses or analyzing important games.

Discount/bulk rate:

100 USD/hour. This rate applies only to 10-hour training packages and only if lessons are held at least once every two weeks. The bulk rate becomes available after an introductory lesson, once both parties are satisfied with the cooperation and decide to continue. The introductory lesson is charged at the standard rate.

Payment Terms:

Payment is always made in advance, including bulk packages. I issue an invoice, which must be paid at least 24 hours before the lesson; otherwise, I reserve the right to cancel the lesson without obligation.

I accept bank transfers only (no credit cards). Preferred payment methods are Revolut or Wise, but any traditional bank transfer is fine. I do NOT accept PayPal. I reserve the right to request proof of payment at any time.

Session length:

1.5 to 2 hours. I do not offer 1-hour sessions or introduction calls before the actual coaching - this is what the introduction lesson is for.

Training hours:

I am based in Riga, Latvia (EET, UTC+2; CET+1 in winter). Please check the time difference for your location (for example, EST is typically 7 hours behind my time).

I am available on weekdays, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM EET. I generally do not work on weekends, though occasional exceptions are possible (but not regularly). My most flexible days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Platform:

Zoom - download and install the program before the training. You may record the sessions for your personal use only.

Information to Provide when inquiring:

Your age, rating, country, and time zone
Preferred session length (1.5 or 2 hours)
Preferred training days and times (compatible with my schedule)
Desired training frequency (per week or per month)
What would you like to work on
Short story about yourself

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