By Masaaki Tajima, Certified National Level Coach

I see players who can play above their level when playing against higher rated players but below their level when up against a lower rated player or, in practice, as an example, they can play at 2000 level but in matches, down to 1700. I am sure you been there or seen it often. It’s hard to overcome this behavior because it’s not as simple as telling them stop thinking about ratings or winning... Read More

Masaaki Tajima, National Level Coach
At every tournament I go to, someone always ask for advice and when I have the time, I oblige. Some follow up by taking coaching lessons from me or by others.

When I have new students join my program ...Read More