Private Chess Lessons with Mr. C
Learn from National Master Ernest Colding. Personalized instruction for children and adults, online worldwide and in person in New York City.
I don't just teach children chess. I teach them to think.
HOW CHESS HELPS YOUR CHILD
THINK
Practice reasoning, problem-solving, and making decisions.
FOCUS
Develop concentration, patience, and attention.
BELIEVE
Build confidence through practice and achievement.
GROW
Learn from mistakes and work toward improvement.
MEET MR. C
"I don't just teach children chess. I teach them to think."
National Master Ernest Colding has spent more than 40 years teaching chess and helping children develop confidence, concentration, and critical thinking.
His approach emphasizes understanding, strong fundamentals, and independent thinking rather than memorizing moves.
PRIVATE LESSONS BUILT AROUND YOUR CHILD
Personalized Instruction
Lessons designed around each student's experience, strengths, and learning goals.
Learn to Think
Students learn to analyze positions, recognize threats, and make thoughtful moves.
Individual Progress
Each lesson builds on previous learning, with feedback and exercises appropriate to the student's level.
CHOOSE YOUR PRIVATE LESSONS
Online Private Lessons
Individual online instruction for new students, available worldwide.
EXPLORE ONLINE LESSONS →In-Person Private Lessons
Individual instruction for new students in Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan. Applicable tolls and parking are additional.
ASK ABOUT IN-PERSON LESSONS →Adult Online Lessons
Four individual online chess lessons, one hour each, for new adult students.
EXPLORE ADULT LESSONS →Existing students retain their previously agreed lesson rates.
OTHER WAYS TO LEARN WITH CHESS FOR CHILDREN
GIVE YOUR CHILD A CHESS MASTER FOR A TEACHER
Help your child become a stronger, more confident thinker.
Chess for Children — We Make Children Smarter!
