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IM Anna Smith
International Master
USCF rating - 2450
FIDE rating - 2380
Top 50 in Women's Rankings
Coach of 2 National Teams
Biography
Anna Smith is an International Master who has represented her country in multiple Chess Olympiads. With over 15 years of teaching experience, she specializes in positional play and endgame techniques. Her students have gone on to win numerous national and international youth championships. Anna's teaching philosophy emphasizes understanding the strategic elements of chess positions before diving into tactical solutions. She believes that a strong strategic foundation leads to more consistent performance and deeper chess understanding.
Specialties
- Positional Play
- Endgame Technique
- Opening Preparation
- Strategic Planning
- Tournament Preparation
Available Courses
Mastering the Endgame
Intermediate$149
Positional Chess Secrets
Advanced$199
Strategic Decision Making
All Levels$129