Beginners
Prerequisite: knows the basic rules of chess.
- Complex rules: en passant, 50‑move rule, castling complications
- Fundamentals: board vision, piece activity, safe development
- Intro to calculation through simple strategy
Group chess classes
Learning chess is more fun (and faster) in a supportive group. Our classes focus on fundamentals, practical tactics, and confident decision‑making — all in a friendly, low‑pressure environment.
- Clear lessons tailored to beginner and improving players
- Structured practice, mini‑tournaments, and guided review
- Positive, encouraging coaching and a welcoming community
$10 per 1‑hour class
Online, live classes
Classes are held online. To register, please email us at evergreenchesstd@gmail.com.
Class methodology
Strong foundations come first. Most beginner mistakes trace back to fundamentals, so we emphasize clear technique, simple calculation habits, and confident decision‑making before advancing to complex topics.
Intermediate
Prerequisite: comfortable completing games; knows all rules.
- Core tactics and patterns; blunder prevention
- Opening principles, sound middlegame plans, basic endgames
- Decision‑making and intuition for tournament play
Personalized assessment included
I’ll provide an initial assessment based on your rating and a short trial game/call to place you in the right group and set clear goals. For advanced classes (over 1100 NWSRS or 600 USCF), please contact us.
About the coach
I’m Nihanth Tatikonda, founder and president of Evergreen Chess Club. I’ve worked with younger kids and have hosted many nationally‑rated chess tournaments. My approach is simple: make concepts clear, build good habits early, and keep it enjoyable so improvement sticks.
I hold a ~1600 USCF & NWSRS rating, have been playing chess for 7 years, am a top‑10 11th grader in Washington, the team captain of the BHS varsity team, and have earned multiple top‑3 finishes at state‑level tournaments.
- Beginner‑friendly, supportive group environment
- Hands‑on exercises, mini‑games, and practical tactics
- Clear takeaways and habits you can apply right away
- $10 per 1‑hour class — affordable pricing.
Whether you’re just learning the moves or sharpening your tactics, I’d love to help you take the next step.
