Head Coach Misha Vilenchuk developed a system to find the best chess masters to teach from around the world. As a result, we select instructors based on the following qualifications:

1. A Master-level player as certified by FIDE or a national chess federation

2. Strong communicative skills in English

3. Emotional intelligence (& the ability to adapt lessons as needed)

4. Experience teaching chess to children

5. Trained by the MM Professional Development Program

Find all of our coaches here

Our 200+ students use Stax for payments. You can see what they have to say here.

Our teachers believe in a systematic approach. We focus on building analytical skills by introducing one new concept at a time and assigning homework throughout the week. The teaching is rooted in the Chess Steps curriculum.

1. Fill out a form on our website or schedule directly in this chat.

2. Get links and connection with coach via email.

   1. We can accept Venmo or Zelle for the trial, regular invoices are through (Stax Payments)

   2. A computer with a functioning microphone is required.

3. Put it in your calendar, join the class with the links provided by your coach

Notes: creating a lichess.org account is highly suggested.

Of course! We have coaches for all skill levels and ages. From total beginners to aspiring Masters.

MM Chess Academy is unique.

1. We hyperfocus on each individual student.

2. We follow a systematic process, rooted in the Chess Steps curriculum.

3. We are certified Masters.

4. We have a simple payments system.

Our classes are taught using a combination of easy-to-use platforms; in them, you will have the video call, chessboard, quizzes, studies, and more.

Depending on your level and dedication, our team will give you access to curriculum-based test. Complete them and earn a certificate from Mindful Masters Chess Academy®

Our monthly tournaments and summer camps add extra points to the challenge.

Our rates can be as low as $33/h per lesson with certain packages: Monthly Knight package (4 weekly lessons): $160 Monthly Rook package (8 weekly lessons): $280 Kings and Queens package (8 bi-weekly lessons): $260 No auto-renewal. Class credits never expire. Classes are 100% cancelable with advanced notice. We also have 45-minute packages for younger kids.

Yes! We have a teacher who specializes in working with children on the autism spectrum.