Hi, I'm Semen Virovlyansky, a professional chess coach and International Master (1GM norm). I have over 20 years of experience helping students of all levels — from beginners to titled players — improve their game in a structured and practical way.
✔️ Former students include a FIDE Master and many Candidate Masters
✔️ Focus on positional understanding, calculation, and tournament preparation
✔️ I teach adults, teens, and advanced juniors
IM Семен Вировлянский
Let's strengthen your chess skills!
| Location | Нижний Новгород Russia |
|---|---|
| Languages | русский язык, English (US) |
| Rating | FIDE: 238726142536 |
| Hourly rate | 2000 руб, 30$ |
| Availability | Accepting students |
| Active |
About me
Playing experience
I've been playing chess since I was a kid. I took 2nd place at the Russian Under-16 Championship. I was the champion of the Nizhny Novgorod region in classical chess 4 times. The highest Elo is 2471.
Teaching experience
I have been coaching children and adults since 2006. I worked at a chess school for 9 years. I work with students of any level - from beginners to FIDE masters.