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Straight answers to the questions players and parents ask most — written by National Master James Dinham.

How much do chess lessons cost?

What private and online chess lessons really cost, what changes the price, and how to judge value. A clear, honest breakdown from a National Master coach.

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How to get better at chess (that actually works)

The habits that actually raise your chess rating — and the ones that waste your time. A practical, no-nonsense improvement plan from a National Master.

5 min read

What age should kids start learning chess?

The best age for children to start chess, what to expect at each stage, and how to keep it fun. Practical guidance from a National Master who coaches juniors.

4 min read

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