JD gives high-quality lessons. I’ve made strong progress and understand the game much better since I started working with him. Thank you!
Max
Rapid improvement!
First lesson: 30 min free · no commitment
JD CHESS
Online Chess Coach
Improve with a structured method, serious follow-up, and coaching designed to unlock your game and target up to +500 Elo in 10 weeks.
Rated 5/5 on 148 Superprof reviews, Ambassador badge. Private lessons, long-term programs, and masterclasses.
JD Chess
Reviews of my chess lessons
JD is an incredible chess teacher. He teaches my two children, aged 7 and 9, and both have made impressive progress with him...
Coralie
Mother of Auguste and Madeleine.
As an intermediate player (1200 Elo), I decided to work with a coach after a period of stagnation, and it was the right call. JD combines theory and practice...
Guillaume
On the road to 1500
Choose the coaching format that fits you
Coaching
Private lessons ($40/h)
Improve at your own pace with fully personalized coaching. Each lesson adapts to your level, goals, and current blockers.
Recommended option
10-lesson pack ($350)
The most complete option to build real progress. Regular follow-up, a personalized study plan, clearer priorities, and academy access.
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Masterclass ($179, 8 hours)
A small-group immersion to work intensively, improve practical understanding, and break through to the next level, especially around 1000 Elo.
My articles
Advice, training methods, and reflections to improve faster and understand the game more deeply.
FeaturedCoaching
Do I need a chess coach?
You’ve been playing for a while, watching videos, reading articles... but your progress has stalled?
FeaturedMethod
How to improve at chess efficiently
Discover the best ways to improve quickly at chess: analysis, consistency, study structure, and personalized coaching.
FeaturedAnalysis
How to analyze your games
A simple method to turn every game into useful feedback, identify real mistakes, and build a concrete improvement plan.
Let's talk about your progress
Every player progresses differently. Whether you want one-to-one coaching, a structured program, or a more intensive immersion, we find together the option that suits you best.