Matías is an unbelievably thoughtful instructor. After the first couple of lessons, I could feel the level of preparation and attention to detail through his chess exercises. In the beginning, he expressed his big picture idea for teaching chess, and since then, he continues to back up his macro level strategy for teaching with incredibly intentional puzzles. Each puzzle hits precisely on an area of my brain that Matías intends to develop; sometimes I can’t help but smile when he shows me a new exercise and I can feel the specific muscle in my brain trying to solve the problem It's obvious to me that Matías spends an enormous amount of time designing and refining his lesson plans. It’s also clear that his passion for the game makes the experience of each lesson singular. Whether it’s a chess story he tells as an anecdote before he reveals the next puzzle, or a moment where he bursts with appreciation for a brilliant chess move, the lessons are always exciting and engaging. Thank

When I was first looking for a chess coach, I was uncertain if I really wanted to find one. Do I want to spend the money? Will I really improve? I had previous coaching experience, but it didn't feel very organized and it didn't help as much as I was hoping. Coach Matías is an excellent coach. He does not charge too much but is very organized and methodical. He has many materials planned out which really made me grasp the positional concepts I used to lack. I really have improved, and I look forward to reaching new heights with such an amazing tutor.

Matias is very knowledgeable and insightful teacher. His lessons are constructive, fun and challenging. I have improved have improved tremendously after studying with him. If you're looking to be inspired and sharpen your game, I highly recommend you study with Matias!

I've been working with Matías for a while now and am proud to give him a very strong recommendation. He's methodical, well prepared, and has great training material - not just during our classes, but also follow up exercises each week. He's also a great guy and very friendly. 12 out of 10!

I've taken lessons from over a dozen chess coaches over the years: grandmasters, masters, and experts, and Matías is one of the best. He is meticulous, organized, and thoughtful, which means you get the most out of every lesson with him (and the time in between, if you want!). And he makes each lesson fun and engaging both through his welcoming personality and an effective mix of puzzles, games, and exercises to ensure variety. I already see my chess getting better from lessons with Matías after just a few sessions. Trust me, you don't want to miss out on lessons with Matías!

Matias is an incredible chess coach. Every lesson is meticulously well-thought out and designed to both build a strong foundation in fundamental chess principles and address my specific weaknesses and development areas. The lessons build on and complement one another as well. Not only are his chess lessons highly informative and productive, they’re also fun. Historical examples are usually the basis for his lessons; we’ve studied games ranging from the top players in modern chess to funny, but instructive casual games played between grandmasters and amateurs. Throughout the games, he asks great questions like “the intuitive move is x, but that’s a huge blunder, why?” He teaches you to think about chess the right way. Matias not only understands the best / most effective lines, he also understands the context of the games— the moment in history in which the game occurred, where the players were in their careers, and insight into what they were thinking at the time. He’s also hi

Working with Matías has been an absolute game-changer for my chess journey! Their expertise, patience, and passion for the game shine through in every session. Not only have they helped me improve my technical skills and strategic thinking, but they've also instilled in me a deeper appreciation for the intricacies of chess. Their personalized approach tailored to my strengths and weaknesses has truly accelerated my progress. With Matías's guidance, I've gained confidence the board. I couldn't recommend them highly enough for anyone looking to take their chess skills to the next level!

My chess lesson with Matías every Wednesday night has been the highlight of my week! He is a kind, patient, empathetic instructor whose mastery of the game is obvious. As a teacher of high school English for 25 years now, I am impressed with his teaching style. His lessons are well-structured, his explanations clear and thorough, and his chess homework perfect for reinforcing the chess concepts highlighted in each class. It is a blessing that I found him. It is so fun to grow as a player with Matías as my coach. Do NOT hesitate to choose him today!

Coach Matias took the time to look at my games, listen to my goals, and learn what I find the most (and least) enjoyable about chess. Each lesson has been customized to improve my strengths and address my weaknesses. He uses a good mix of tactical puzzles, strategic / positional understanding, and master games. He then sends homework and study material to reinforce the concepts, and even includes interesting chess facts and humor. Most importantly, this has resulted in me having more fun with chess and winning more games. I highly recommend Coach Matias.

Great chess teacher. My son really enjoying every lesson.