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Hov

5 (23 reviews)

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Number of students Hov has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

5 (23 reviews)

$28/h

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Grandmaster Chess Coach for Kids — Turn First Moves Into a Lifelong Hobby!

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About Hov

My name is Hov, and I teach chess online and in person, at a local children's development center. I especially love working with beginners and children, as they're usually most passionate about learning. My goal is not just to help you make good moves, but I also help you understand those moves and build your own chess intuition, so you improve naturally and confidently. I’m flexible with scheduling and happy to work with students from around the world. If you’re just starting your chess journey or want to help your child develop a new passion, I’d love to help.

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My lessons are personalized and perfect for beginners! We’ll use my analysis site (concealed information) to spot your most common blunders, weak squares and best openings, then turn that into a weekly training plan so you know exactly what to work on between sessions.

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Hanna
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Perfect! My son (7 yo) loves his chess lessons with Hov and looks forward to them each time! Hov has a calm voice that sets the steady tone for each lesson. He explains chess concepts in a way that is easy to understand and helps my son to build upon his current knowledge of chess and think beyond. Hov is patient, attentive, and keeps my son engaged for the entire hour each class.

My goal was to find chess coaches who are passionate about chess AND can expertly assist children with delving deeper into the art of chess while keeping them motivated when a challenge or a complex strategy presents itself. Hov matches that profile completely and I didn't hesitate to sign up for a series of lessons, and we will be working with Hov for the foreseeable future. I highly and wholeheartedly recommend him as a Chess Coach!
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Hanna

Perfect! My son (7 yo) loves his chess lessons with Hov and looks forward to them each time! Hov has a calm voice that sets the steady tone for each lesson. He explains chess concepts in a way that is easy to understand and helps my son to build upon his current knowledge of chess and think beyond. Hov is patient, attentive, and keeps my son engaged for the entire hour each class.

My goal was to find chess coaches who are passionate about chess AND can expertly assist children with delving deeper into the art of chess while keeping them motivated when a challenge or a complex strategy presents itself. Hov matches that profile completely and I didn't hesitate to sign up for a series of lessons, and we will be working with Hov for the foreseeable future. I highly and wholeheartedly recommend him as a Chess Coach!
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Taneya
- 5
Perfect! Very patient, calm and knowledgeable. Great with kids. Boys really look forward to their lessons.
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Taneya

Perfect! Very patient, calm and knowledgeable. Great with kids. Boys really look forward to their lessons.

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The brothers are so genuinely interested in learning and improving their chess that it's a delight working with them! Looking forward to seeing them become world-famous chess players!
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  The brothers are so genuinely interested in learning and improving their chess that it's a delight working with them! Looking forward to seeing them become world-famous chess players!
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Erika
- 5
Perfect! Hov is a wonderful teacher. He has built much enthusiasm around chess for my son. He communicates wonderfully on how to improve with each class. My son finishes each lesson feeling like a better player than when he started.
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Erika

Perfect! Hov is a wonderful teacher. He has built much enthusiasm around chess for my son. He communicates wonderfully on how to improve with each class. My son finishes each lesson feeling like a better player than when he started.

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Kingsley is such a smart and well-spoken boy! He loves learning new tactics and tries to understand the reasoning behind every move!
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  Kingsley is such a smart and well-spoken boy! He loves learning new tactics and tries to understand the reasoning behind every move!
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Rashad
- 5
Perfect! Great introductory lesson. I'm looking to future ones.
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Rashad

Perfect! Great introductory lesson. I'm looking to future ones.
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Ryan
- 5
Perfect! Hov is an incredibly patient and excellent tutor for my 7 year old son. He explains everything in concise way and always being kind and professional. Our lessons are enjoyable and productive. Highly recommended!
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Ryan

Perfect! Hov is an incredibly patient and excellent tutor for my 7 year old son. He explains everything in concise way and always being kind and professional. Our lessons are enjoyable and productive. Highly recommended!
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Sara
- 5
Perfect! We’ve had a wonderful experience with Hov! He is patient, knowledgeable, and truly knows how to engage kids while teaching them strategy, critical thinking, and confidence through chess. Lessons are well structured but also fun, and my son looks forward to every session.
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Sara

Perfect! We’ve had a wonderful experience with Hov! He is patient, knowledgeable, and truly knows how to engage kids while teaching them strategy, critical thinking, and confidence through chess. Lessons are well structured but also fun, and my son looks forward to every session.

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Soren is very quick to learn and implement new tactics into his games. That’s exactly what one needs to succeed at chess!
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  Soren is very quick to learn and implement new tactics into his games. That’s exactly what one needs to succeed at chess!
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Yecid
- 5
Perfect! Hov is the perfect teacher for any child. He has impressive patience and high emotional intelligence, and he never loses control during class. He guides my son in an outstanding way and helps him achieve his goals. My son loves him and waits eagerly for the next class. He is learning quickly and effectively. Hov goes step by step, reinforcing the weak areas with great patience. He allows mistakes so my son can learn from them, and then corrects him in a very smart and supportive way. I highly recommend him!
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Yecid

Perfect! Hov is the perfect teacher for any child. He has impressive patience and high emotional intelligence, and he never loses control during class. He guides my son in an outstanding way and helps him achieve his goals. My son loves him and waits eagerly for the next class. He is learning quickly and effectively. Hov goes step by step, reinforcing the weak areas with great patience. He allows mistakes so my son can learn from them, and then corrects him in a very smart and supportive way. I highly recommend him!
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Nikolas
- 5
Perfect! THANK YOU!!! I reached 1800 puzzle rating today!
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Nikolas

Perfect! THANK YOU!!! I reached 1800 puzzle rating today!
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Michelle

I have never seen my son spend so much time playing chess instead of just watching videos on youtube. Wonderful!
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Michelle
I have never seen my son spend so much time playing chess instead of just watching videos on youtube. Wonderful!
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Maxim

Very knowledgeable and kind teacher. My daughter enjoys the lessons and this month she placed 2nd at the tournament in her school!
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Maxim
Very knowledgeable and kind teacher. My daughter enjoys the lessons and this month she placed 2nd at the tournament in her school!
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Adrian

We started our lessons online but managed to also have two in-person lessons too! Hov is good not only at pointing out the mistakes, but also explaining them and helping develop good board vision with coordinates training. Love it!
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Adrian
We started our lessons online but managed to also have two in-person lessons too! Hov is good not only at pointing out the mistakes, but also explaining them and helping develop good board vision with coordinates training. Love it!
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Micah

Hov is a real lifesaver when it comes to analysis! Definitely recommend!
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Micah
Hov is a real lifesaver when it comes to analysis! Definitely recommend!
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Ariana

Hov is an amazing teacher and has helped build my chess knowledge immensely. Hov will break down chess positions step by step so you understand why certain moves are necessary.
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Ariana
Hov is an amazing teacher and has helped build my chess knowledge immensely. Hov will break down chess positions step by step so you understand why certain moves are necessary.
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Munina

Hov is a very patient and kind tutor, also built a website for deep analysis of the games, definitely recommend!
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Munina
Hov is a very patient and kind tutor, also built a website for deep analysis of the games, definitely recommend!
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Gissea

Perfect! Explanation is top notch
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Gissea
Perfect! Explanation is top notch
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Hassie

He is great with understanding your level and where you want to go in your learning process. Very excited to continue with my lessons!
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Hassie
He is great with understanding your level and where you want to go in your learning process. Very excited to continue with my lessons!
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Pam

Thanks for the video lessons, Leila loves them and loves how you analyze her games, thank you!
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Pam
Thanks for the video lessons, Leila loves them and loves how you analyze her games, thank you!
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Amphora

Good approach to tactical learning as opposed to rote memorization of moves.
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Amphora
Good approach to tactical learning as opposed to rote memorization of moves.
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Rudy

Love the personalized chess puzzles!! Also very patient and calm teacher.
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Rudy
Love the personalized chess puzzles!! Also very patient and calm teacher.
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Noah

Glad I returned to playing chess, you’re helping me rediscover some long lost skills on top of learning new ones. And thanks for the analysis videos you record, really appreciate it!
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Noah
Glad I returned to playing chess, you’re helping me rediscover some long lost skills on top of learning new ones. And thanks for the analysis videos you record, really appreciate it!
Liam

My kid is very excited to have started winning his first chess games. The chess puzzles and extra videos help a lot
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Liam
My kid is very excited to have started winning his first chess games. The chess puzzles and extra videos help a lot
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Taron

Thanks to Hov's dedication and personalized videos, my chess skills have improved rapidly, especially in blitz. The strategies and focus on intuition have helped me make faster, smarter moves under time pressure. THANKS!!
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Taron
Thanks to Hov's dedication and personalized videos, my chess skills have improved rapidly, especially in blitz. The strategies and focus on intuition have helped me make faster, smarter moves under time pressure. THANKS!!
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Ophelia

Hov is a fantastic chess tutor! Since starting lessons with him, my child has made incredible progress—especially in solving puzzles, which he picked up much quicker than we expected. Hov’s teaching style is fun, clear, and very effective. He really knows how to connect with kids and keep them interested!
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Ophelia
Hov is a fantastic chess tutor! Since starting lessons with him, my child has made incredible progress—especially in solving puzzles, which he picked up much quicker than we expected. Hov’s teaching style is fun, clear, and very effective. He really knows how to connect with kids and keep them interested!
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This first lesson offered with Hov will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

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When did you start practicing? How did this passion find you?
I started playing chess when I was 6, thanks to a friend of my grandpa who introduced me to the game. Later, early online chess websites and books (there were no chess videos yet!) pulled me in even more, and the passion just kept growing!
Which artists or works affect you the most?
Garry Kasparov’s chess inspires me the most. His fierce and intense presence at the board, and unmatched excellence are truly captivating.
What are the qualities and skills required to succeed in this area?
Patience is essential. Improvement doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time, consistency, and practice for concepts to truly click.
What is the most valuable advice you can give to help someone stay focused on creative projects?
Focus on one goal at a time. Progress comes from clear direction and effort toward a single target.
How would you describe your passion; how does it make you feel?
Chess challenges me intellectually and keeps me constantly motivated to improve. It gives me a strong sense of purpose and excitement.
What creative achievements are you particularly proud of?
I built my own website that turns your games into interactive visual analysis, so you can see your strengths and weaknesses and track your progress in a fun way. It’s especially great for adult learners who enjoy data, clear feedback, and structured improvement.
Have you ever been surprised by a student; by their ability or quick progression?
Yes! I have a 7-year-old student who is progressing incredibly fast and already mastering advanced concepts with ease. Can't wait to see him become a famous chess player!
Being a Superprof is an art! What is your secret?
I adapt to the student! I give them personalized instructions and tasks, and make sure every session feels like real progress.

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What are the qualities and skills required to succeed in this area?

What is the most valuable advice you can give to help someone stay focused on creative projects?

How would you describe your passion; how does it make you feel?

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