Greetings!
I am Yves Ranola from the Philippines, an International Master and a Chess coach by profession.
IM Yves Ranola
The best way to learn fast is to observe.listen, practice and play!
| Location | Caloocan City Philippines |
|---|---|
| Languages | English (US) |
| Rating | FIDE: 23682516 |
| Hourly rate | flexible rate. just message me. |
| Availability | Accepting students |
| Active |
About me
Playing experience
I learned chess when I was 7 years old, but only started playing tournaments when I reached the age of 12. I won the National Junior Chess Championship in 1992,and since then has represented my country and won in several international tournaments in Asia and Europe.
Teaching experience
I have been teaching chess all my life with more than twenty plus years of coaching experience. I worked as chess trainer in ASEAN Chess Academy in Singapore from 2006-2010 focusing on youth development.
Served as Head Coach of the Philippines from 2011-2016.
Presently employed in University as Head coach of Women Varsity Chess Team from 2016- present
Awarded the Title FIDE Trainer certificate in 2007 in Singapore.
Former students include GM John Paul Gomez, IM Paulo Bersamina, both from the Philippines , IM Cyrus Low from Singapore.
Served as Head Coach of the Philippines from 2011-2016.
Presently employed in University as Head coach of Women Varsity Chess Team from 2016- present
Awarded the Title FIDE Trainer certificate in 2007 in Singapore.
Former students include GM John Paul Gomez, IM Paulo Bersamina, both from the Philippines , IM Cyrus Low from Singapore.
Best skills
Tactics!!! and Endgame technique!
Teaching methodology
My teaching methods vary from learner - centered method to interactive and reflective method where in students are frequently asked some questions.
Students are also given materials to read and worksheets to solve.
Students are also given materials to read and worksheets to solve.