Looking for structured improvement or just quick guidance?
I’m Praveen, Chess Mentor at MindMentorz Chess Academy (www.mindmentorz.com), with 10+ years of coaching experience working with both kids and adults.
I offer 1-on-1 online sessions (Zoom) focused on practical improvement, not memorizing lines or going through books blindly. My approach is simple: understand how you think, fix your decision-making, and build a process you can rely on over the board.
What you can expect:
• Clear feedback on your games (what you're doing wrong and why)
• Better calculation habits and pattern recognition
• Opening understanding (not just moves, but ideas)
• Practical thinking framework for real games
• Structured plans with realistic rating goals
In the first session, I usually play a couple of training games with you to assess your level. From there, we build a plan that actually fits your style and weaknesses.
Sessions are typically 60–70 minutes. Pricing is flexible depending on your requirement.
Contact:
Website: www.mindmentorz.com
Email: praveen@mindmentorz.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/praveensagar161/
Praveen Sagar
1000+ students coached, but more importantly, every student knows what they’re working towards - clear rating goals, a structured plan, and measurable progress.
| Location | Bangalore India |
|---|---|
| Languages | English (US) |
| Rating | 2778255624382082 |
| Hourly rate | Usually in the USD 20–25 range: focused sessions with clear outcomes. |
| Availability | Accepting students |
| Active |
About me
Teaching experience
10+ years coaching experience | 1500+ students trained at Mind Mentorz (Bangalore)
www.mindmentorz.com
www.mindmentorz.com
Other experiences
Father of twin boys, and a big part of my life outside chess revolves around family time and travelling with them. Managing two kids at the same age has taught me a lot about patience, communication, and adapting to different learning speeds and personalities.
Through this, I’ve developed a much better understanding of how kids stay engaged, what frustrates them, and what actually helps them improve without losing interest. It has directly influenced my coaching style. I focus more on clarity, structure, and making sure the student understands why they are doing something, rather than just following instructions.
Travel has also helped me interact with people from different backgrounds, which has made it easier for me to connect with students and parents alike. Overall, these experiences have made me a more practical, patient, and adaptable coach, especially when working with younger players.
Through this, I’ve developed a much better understanding of how kids stay engaged, what frustrates them, and what actually helps them improve without losing interest. It has directly influenced my coaching style. I focus more on clarity, structure, and making sure the student understands why they are doing something, rather than just following instructions.
Travel has also helped me interact with people from different backgrounds, which has made it easier for me to connect with students and parents alike. Overall, these experiences have made me a more practical, patient, and adaptable coach, especially when working with younger players.
Best skills
I focus on clear communication and maintaining a strong, accountable working relationship with each student.
My core areas are openings and middlegame play, specifically building a deep understanding of positional ideas and tactical patterns that actually translate into results.
I help students develop a reliable opening repertoire suited to their style, and more importantly, ensure they can consistently apply what they learn in real games. The goal is simple: reduce errors, improve decision-making, and push steadily toward higher rating milestones.
My core areas are openings and middlegame play, specifically building a deep understanding of positional ideas and tactical patterns that actually translate into results.
I help students develop a reliable opening repertoire suited to their style, and more importantly, ensure they can consistently apply what they learn in real games. The goal is simple: reduce errors, improve decision-making, and push steadily toward higher rating milestones.
Teaching methodology
Sessions are conducted over Zoom using the analysis board along with screen share. The focus is on practical improvement, working through critical positions, reviewing your games in depth, and building a structured plan based on your weaknesses.
What we cover:
• Opening preparation: building a repertoire with clear ideas, plans, and typical structures
• Middlegame play: calculation, tactical awareness, and positional understanding
• Converting advantages and handling complex positions
• Advanced puzzle work to improve calculation and pattern recognition
• Detailed analysis of your games to identify recurring mistakes and improve decision-making
• The goal is to help you think better over the board, reduce errors, and consistently perform at a higher level.
What we cover:
• Opening preparation: building a repertoire with clear ideas, plans, and typical structures
• Middlegame play: calculation, tactical awareness, and positional understanding
• Converting advantages and handling complex positions
• Advanced puzzle work to improve calculation and pattern recognition
• Detailed analysis of your games to identify recurring mistakes and improve decision-making
• The goal is to help you think better over the board, reduce errors, and consistently perform at a higher level.