I am a mostly self-taught player (actually credit goes to my dad) who made US National Master at the age of 39. I enjoy both chess strategy and history.
NM Shawn Pealer
I have lots of experience working with youth - ratings up to 2100
| Location | Charlotte, NC United States |
|---|---|
| Languages | English (US) |
| Rating | 2383226422782218 |
| Hourly rate | $40, shorter online lessons available |
| Availability | Accepting students |
| Active |
About me
Playing experience
My modest chess highlights:
1993 Vermont State High School Champion
USCF Purchaser 2002-2004
US Open Bughouse Champion (with Richard Francisco) 2003?
Vassar Chadwick Chess Champion 2003 and 2004
2012 Charlotte Chess Club Player of the Year
US National Master Certificate 2013
1993 Vermont State High School Champion
USCF Purchaser 2002-2004
US Open Bughouse Champion (with Richard Francisco) 2003?
Vassar Chadwick Chess Champion 2003 and 2004
2012 Charlotte Chess Club Player of the Year
US National Master Certificate 2013
Teaching experience
I have a decade and a half of experience teaching chess privately and in the classroom.
I currently teach with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Chess Association (cmsca.org), www.Chessklub.com and http://www.charlottechessnetwork.com
I currently teach with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Chess Association (cmsca.org), www.Chessklub.com and http://www.charlottechessnetwork.com
Other experiences
I have coached two Charlotte middle schools to top 5 placings at Nationals.
I have directed more USCF rated and unrated tournaments than I ever thought possible
- see http://www.uschess.org/msa/MbrDtlTnmtDir.php?12529025
I have directed more USCF rated and unrated tournaments than I ever thought possible
- see http://www.uschess.org/msa/MbrDtlTnmtDir.php?12529025