Myth-busting: Can Chess Coaches Be Affordable and High Quality?
We, as of 2023 still haven't found a predictable guide to find the one with the other in most products and services (Affordable & High...
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Our blog is full of tips, guides and news from our masters and our founder, providing helpful content to take your game to the next level.
Misha Vilenchuk
- 7 min
Chess Classes for Beginner Kids: Parent’s Ultimate Guide to Find the Best Value
As a parent, you want to provide your child with the best opportunities to learn and grow. And when it comes to intellectual challenges,...
Sebastian Artigas
- 4 min
Chess tournaments in Nevada: Where to look for the best ones?
Are you passionate about opportunities to showcase your skills in competitive tournaments? Like you, there are many students in Nevada...
Sebastian Artigas
- 5 min
Chess tournaments in Virginia: Where to look for the best ones?
Here is a list of chess tournaments that take place in Virginia weekly/monthly/yearly.
Sebastian Artigas
- 2 min
Chess tournaments in Wyoming: Where to look for the best ones?
Despite the chess community in Wyoming not being so big, there are still some great options you can join! Below, we compiled a list of...
Sebastian Artigas
- 4 min
Chess tournaments in Washington: Where to look for the best ones?
Here is a list of chess tournaments that take place in Washington State weekly/monthly/yearly. We highly recommend our students...
Misha Vilenchuk
- 3 min
Rio: His Parent's Take On His Early Success At 9
No matter what they say, the biggest driver of student success is good parenting. Without my mom’s support and encouragement in my...
Sebastian Artigas
- 2 min
Chess tournaments in Alaska: Where to look for the best ones?
Practicing chess in a tangible and competitive setting is vital for developing not only chess skills, but fostering connection,...
Sebastian Artigas
- 7 min
Chess tournaments in North Carolina: Where to look for the best ones?
We believe in nurturing our students' passion for chess and providing them with opportunities to showcase their skills in competitive...
Sebastian Artigas
- 4 min
Are online chess classes effective? Tips for a hassle-free learning experience
Learning chess is a rewarding and challenging hobby that can improve your cognitive skills, creativity, and strategic thinking. However,...
Sebastian Artigas
- 3 min
Will chess give your kid an advantage in the AI era?
Imagine how different our world is today compared to 30 years ago. A single invention (the internet) has transformed our economy, our...
Sebastian Artigas
- 4 min
Chess tournaments in New Jersey: Where to look for the best ones?
We believe in nurturing our students' passion for chess and providing them with opportunities to showcase their skills in competitive...
Sebastian Artigas
- 4 min
Chess tournaments in Texas: Where to look for the best ones?
Many of our students at MM Chess are from Texas. A struggle that keeps popping up is the quest for tournaments. Probably once a month, I...
Sebastian Artigas
- 4 min
Chess tournaments in New York: Where to look for the best ones?
New York is the most popular city that our students hail from, but there still is not centralized place where all chess tournaments can...
Misha Vilenchuk
- 4 min
I'm Writing My Own Chess Workbook!
Issue 30 | MM Chess It’s the 30th issue (wow!) of the Mindful Masters Newsletter, the best (and only?) monthly chess newsletter you...
Misha Vilenchuk
- 3 min
The ultimate guide to Chess Classes in Chicago. Find the best options
If you're looking for a way to improve your chess skills, learn new strategies, or just have fun with other chess enthusiasts, you might...
Misha Vilenchuk
- 3 min
Are Chess Lessons Worth it? Here Are The Prices In 2023
Hiring a chess coach is not complicated at all, but it doesn't mean it's a no-brainer. Here is what you need to know before buying!
Sebastian Artigas
- 4 min
A Chess Manual Was The Second English Book Every Written?!
Issue 29 | MM Chess It’s the 29th issue of the Mindful Masters Newsletter, the best (and only?) monthly chess newsletter you receive. I...
Misha Vilenchuk
- 3 min
FIDE World Championship 2023: A Historic Event
This is everything you need to know about the 2023 FIDE World Chess Championship. Make sure you follow us for full coverage
Misha Vilenchuk
- 4 min
41% of Chess Players Are Under 12?!
The below chart shows us some interesting demographics in chess: most chess players are younger (makes sense, more time!)
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