Young players · Competition
Chess coaching for competitive teenagers
- Audience
- Rated teens
- Goal
- Elo progress
- Format
- One-to-one / pairs
- Follow-up
- Parents kept informed
Chess coaching for competitive teenagers is aimed at young players who are already rated, play in tournaments and want to progress quickly. The work combines technique (openings, calculation, endgames) with competitor skills (managing time, stress and emotions).
Regular check-ins with parents make it possible to track goals and rating progress, without putting unnecessary pressure on the young player.
The method
What you get
Elo progress
A clear, results-oriented plan tailored to the player’s age and level.
A competitor’s mindset
Managing stress, the clock and the aftermath of a loss to perform in tournaments.
Solid technique
A suitable repertoire, calculation and endgames — the foundations of lasting progress.
Transparent follow-up
Shared goals and regular feedback to parents.
The method
How we build progress
- 1
Shared goals
A meeting with the teenager and parents to set realistic Elo goals and a tournament calendar.
- 2
Tailored technique
An age-appropriate opening repertoire, calculation training and essential endgames.
- 3
Competition
Tournament preparation, time and stress management, and debriefing the games played.
- 4
Regular review
Rating tracking and plan adjustments, with transparent feedback to parents.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What age and level is this coaching for?
For teenagers (roughly 11–18) who are already rated and playing in competitions. It is not suited to a first introduction to the game.
Are parents kept informed?
Yes. Goals are set together and regular check-ins review progress and rating.
Can the coaching take place online?
Yes, in person in Geneva or online, depending on your constraints. The method and follow-up remain the same.
How often should sessions take place?
A weekly or fortnightly rhythm gives the best results, supplemented by guided personal work between sessions. We adapt to tournaments and the school calendar.
How do you handle the pressure of competition?
We work on the mental game explicitly: pre-game routines, coping with defeat, concentration. The goal is for the young player to enjoy the game while performing.
Ready to improve?
A first conversation to define your goals and the format that suits you.