Yuvraj Shaw

​Are you ready to elevate your chess game? I am an enthusiastic and dedicated chess tutor with practical playing experience ranging from the District to the National level. I hold a competitive Elo rating of 1500+, which reflects a solid understanding of tactical intricacies, strategic planning, and opening theory.
​I am committed to helping players of all ages and skill levels achieve their chess goals, whether you're a complete beginner looking to understand the fundamentals or an intermediate player aiming to break the 1200 or 1400 Elo barrier.
​What I Offer
​Personalized Curriculum: Lessons are custom-designed based on your current skill level, learning style, and specific goals (e.g., improving calculation, mastering endgames, or building a reliable opening repertoire).
​Tactics & Calculation: Focused training on pattern recognition, forcing moves, and deep calculation to sharpen your board vision and minimize blunders.
​Strategic Mastery: Instruction on pawn structures, positional imbalances, piece coordination, and transforming small advantages into wins.
​Opening Repertoire Development: We will build a solid, personalized set of openings for both White and Black, ensuring you start the game on familiar and favorable ground.
​Game Analysis: In-depth review of your own games to identify recurring weaknesses and turn losses into valuable learning experiences.
​My Experience & Credentials
​Playing Level: Competed successfully at the District, State, and National level tournaments.
​Rating: Maintained an Elo rating of 1500+.
​Teaching Philosophy: I believe chess should be fun! My lessons are engaging, patient, and focus on building a deep, conceptual understanding of the game, not just rote memorization.
​Let's work together to turn your passion for chess into significant, measurable progress!