About Me

I’m Niusha Afshar, a professional chess player, Woman Candidate Master (WCM), Chess Coach & FIDE Instructor, dedicated to helping players improve through clarity, understanding, and practical thinking.

I work with students from beginner to advanced level, focusing on strong foundations, confident decision-making, and long-term improvement.

Based in Europe, I teach students online worldwide and combine competitive experience with modern training methods.

My training focuses on:

• understanding positions instead of memorizing moves
• recognizing tactical and strategic patterns
• learning how to think during a real game
• building consistency and discipline
• applying ideas immediately in practice

My goal is simple: help you become an independent, confident chess player.

I teach students:

• why a move works
• when to apply an idea
• how to evaluate positions
• how to avoid common mistakes

This creates lasting improvement, not temporary rating spikes.

Experience

• FIDE Woman Candidate Master (WCM)
• Chess Coach & FIDE Instructor
• More than 12 years of coaching experience
• International coaching experience
• Tournament & competitive background
• Content creator and educator

I have worked with players from many countries and rating levels.

Why I Teach

Chess develops patience, logic, emotional control, and problem-solving skills.

My mission is to help students grow not only as players, but as thinkers.

If you are serious about improving, I will be happy to guide you.