Ilija Stanojevic
Belgrade
Hello!
I am Ilija Stanojević, a FIDE Master from Serbia with a peak rating of 2317. As a professional player and experienced coach, I’ve had the privilege of competing in over 100 international tournaments, including European and World Youth Championships. With more than 4 years of coaching experience, I specialize in helping players improve quickly and effectively, with several of my students achieving remarkable success—some gaining over 1000 rating points and others excelling in over-the-board and online tournaments.
How to reach me?
📧 Email: chesscoach@eleyah.com
🌐 Website: www.eleyah.com
Teaching Experience
Over the years, I’ve developed a structured yet flexible approach to teaching, tailored to suit players of all levels. I’ve helped students from all over the world, many of whom have achieved their personal chess goals. My lessons focus on identifying your strengths and weaknesses to create a custom improvement plan that works for you.
Whether you’re preparing for a tournament, building a repertoire, or tackling tough middlegames, I’ll guide you with personalized methods designed to boost your confidence and results.
Pricing
- 1 Lesson – €45 (1 hour)
- 10 Lessons – €400 (10 hours)
What’s included in your lessons:
- Weekly support and feedback through email or WhatsApp.
- Additional homework to reinforce what we cover in each session.
- A clear and actionable improvement plan tailored to your style and needs.
What does the first lesson look like?
The first lesson is all about evaluation. I’ll analyze your games, assess your playing style, and identify areas for improvement. We’ll also discuss your goals and create a plan to help you achieve them. My goal is to provide you with clarity and direction for your chess improvement.
What can you expect from 10 lessons?
A deeper focus on your game and long-term improvement. Each session will address specific aspects of your play, including:
- Opening Preparation: Build a repertoire tailored to your style (such as Sicilian Defense, Ruy Lopez, Italian, King’s Indian, Alapin and more).
- Tactics and Calculation: Practice key tactical motifs and improve your ability to calculate accurately under pressure.
- Endgame Mastery: Learn principles of King activity, key positions, and techniques in Rook and Pawn endgames.
- Middlegame Strategy: Explore advanced ideas, positional understanding, and strategic planning.
- Game Analysis: Identify recurring mistakes and develop better decision-making skills.
- Homework Assignments: ChessBase files and puzzles to solidify your understanding of each lesson.
- Psychological Tips: Advice on managing time, staying focused, and building confidence.
- Playing Style Identification: Determine if you’re more tactical or positional and develop openings that align with your strengths.
- Tournament Preparation: Guidance for playing confidently in competitive settings.
- Long-Term Improvement Plan: A roadmap for consistent growth beyond our lessons.
Contact Me
📧 Email: chesscoach@eleyah.com
🌐 Website: www.eleyah.com
Let’s work together to unlock your full chess potential. Message me today to get started on your journey!
