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[kevlee118]

Alright, so I'm pretty sure that I'm not very good at chess at all. However, I really enjoy the game as a whole and I'd really like to get better. I've read a book and gone through a bit of the tutorial in CM. I'm ranked around 800 atm and my friend suggested that I get a chess tutor to tell me what I'm doing wrong and how to fix up some of my weaknesses (assuming people still play CM 10). I should also probably point out I have no idea on how to find an effective opening -.- Yeah I'm pretty bad at this stuff. If someone would actually be willing to help me I'll talk about times or w/e then. Thank you!

[kevlee118]

Alright, so I'm pretty sure that I'm not very good at chess at all. However, I really enjoy the game as a whole and I'd really like to get better. I've read a book and gone through a bit of the tutorial in CM. I'm ranked around 800 atm and my friend suggested that I get a chess tutor to tell me what I'm doing wrong and how to fix up some of my weaknesses (assuming people still play CM 10). I should also probably point out I have no idea on how to find an effective opening -.- Yeah I'm pretty bad at this stuff. If someone would actually be willing to help me I'll talk about times or w/e then. Thank you!

[KHollister]

If you really want to find a tutor, I would check out your local chess clubs... surely they can put you in touch with someone.

First, check the Chess Clubs page of The United States Chess Federation... they have many clubs listed.

You might also try your local library, as many host chess clubs on a regular basis.

[kevlee118]

Ah.. I didn't think about my library. I'll give that a shot. I'm not sure if I'll be able to have enough time to go very frequently however. I'm a sophomore in high school and I've started early preparations for the SAT's and other tests. I hope to get into Duke, they have a chess club there with 1000~1000 USCF ratings, which I think is pretty good (with my limited knowledge). Thanks for the idea, however if there's still someone online, I'd appreciate that as well.

[KHollister]

First, look at Chess.FM on the Internet Chess Club. They have several video lectures you can watch (we have some of them here, too).

Second, check out Polgar Chess University. Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced lessons are offered in the form of pre-recorded lectures that you can view at your convenience. The cost is $15/month, which includes a subscription to World Chess Live.

There are also some sample lessons you can view for free, so you can decide if it's right for you.