Grandmaster from Austria.
I work with ambitious players in structured training formats aimed at real, measurable improvement.
FIDE Trainer (since 2023)
GM Valentin Dragnev
Structured training for ambitious players who want real, measurable progress.
| Location |  Austria |
|---|---|
| Languages | Deutsch, English (US) |
| Rating | FIDE: 25442720 |
| Hourly rate | Structured training programs only |
| Availability | Accepting students |
| Active |
About me
Playing experience
International tournament experience for over 10 years.
Member of the national team since 2016.
Participant in many high-level tournaments, including major opens, Olympiads and European Championships.
Member of the national team since 2016.
Participant in many high-level tournaments, including major opens, Olympiads and European Championships.
Teaching methodology
I work with my students on what is currently most relevant for their improvement — whether that is calculation, positional understanding, endgames, openings, practical play or tournament preparation.
Training is adapted continuously and focused on what is necessary to move you to the next level.
I only work with a limited number of students at a time in order to stay fully focused on each collaboration. I offer different training formats depending on the individual situation and level of commitment.
If you are interested, please send a short introduction about yourself (rating, goals, current problems, available time).
Training is adapted continuously and focused on what is necessary to move you to the next level.
I only work with a limited number of students at a time in order to stay fully focused on each collaboration. I offer different training formats depending on the individual situation and level of commitment.
If you are interested, please send a short introduction about yourself (rating, goals, current problems, available time).
Latest blog posts
What I learned playing against world-class players
Over the years I had the chance to play many games against world-class players and even multiple wor…
Fantastic Positional Queen Sacrifices - Part 2
Continuing the exploration of positional queen sacrifices.
Fantastic Positional Queen Sacrifices - Part 1
Have you ever seen a positional queen sacrifice? If not, check out the following examples!