Reviews

Artyom, son of Victoria

Latvia

For over a year, my son has been learning with Albert. We really appreciate his friendly approach. The lessons are well-structured, and my child always looks forward to them. The coach is patient and gentle, yet he doesn’t let the child be lazy. I am very satisfied with the results. Over the year of studying with Albert, my child has participated in various in-person and online tournaments, always finishing in the top 7, and even took 1st place among boys in his debut in-person tournament. Additionally, my child achieved the 5th and 4th category ranks, which motivates him to continue developing and learning even more. I am extremely happy with the lessons and look forward to further progress and new victories on the horizon!
Sofia, daughter of Polina

Egypt

My daughter studied with Konstantin for a year. We started when Sofia was 5 years old. Konstantin found an individual approach for her and motivated her to achieve results. We began with two lessons per week and gradually increased to 8 hours per week. This effort paid off—Sofia became the Egyptian champion among girls under eight. In addition, she won tournaments at other levels. Konstantin is an amazing teacher and a true professional in his field.
Arina, daughter of Nadezhda

Russia

My daughter Arina has been learning chess with Alexander Petrovich via Skype for over 5 years. During this time, she has reached a strong level of play, becoming a prize-winner in city and regional competitions, Russian children’s cups, and qualifying for the first league of the Russian Championship. Having experience with different coaches, I want to highlight that Alexander Petrovich is able to explain complex concepts in simple terms, illustrates theoretical material with practical chess examples, and takes an individual approach to each child.

Hassan, son of Tatyana

Egypt

My son has been learning chess with Konstantin Aksyonov since the fall of 2017. From the very first months, he began showing good results, even though at that time we only had lessons twice a week. Chess came easily to him. By the following spring, he managed to take third place in Hurghada among the students of our chess school. At the stage of the Russian Children’s Chess Cup last summer, Hassan placed 33rd out of 50. I think that’s fantastic! Lessons are held via Skype, but surprisingly, that doesn’t interfere at all. The kids solve problems blindfolded, play chess, and discuss with the coach. Konstantin, in my opinion, finds an individual approach to each child, knows how to motivate them well, and most importantly, he genuinely cares about the results of our students.
Sera, daughter of Alla

USA

I grew up in a family of chess players; my father was a Candidate Master, and on weekends he would grab a chessboard under his arm, put on his favorite suit, and go to a chess club on the other side of the city. All the men in our family played chess. I decided to continue the family tradition by enrolling my 5-year-old daughter in lessons. She became so passionate about the game that Lichess became the most visited site on my computer. She solves chess puzzles, follows games of strong players, analyzes them with her father, and eagerly looks forward to lessons with Konstantin. Four months after starting lessons, she won a children’s tournament organized by Alexander and Konstantin. I am delighted that my daughter has become passionate about chess and is continuing the family tradition. Thank you, Konstantin, for your patience, clear explanations, ability to engage a child, and sense of humor!
Artyom, son of Natalia

USA

I want to tell everyone about our wonderful coach. We are absolutely thrilled and full of positive impressions from Alexander Shadur’s professionalism! His ability to communicate with children and explain things in an interesting and engaging way makes every lesson something to look forward to. The lessons are informative, well-structured, and his tone of voice keeps the child interested in chess problems. He provides study materials and monitors the completion of homework. His serious, professional approach is fully focused on achieving results. We are very happy to be working with him!

Marina, daughter of Natalia

Russia

Alexander Petrovich has been our daughter Marina’s chess teacher since first grade in 2017. He is a highly qualified and demanding educator—always attentive and fair. He explains the material clearly and understandably. Thanks to his professionalism and individual approach to children, Marina has developed a strong passion for chess.
Deniz, son of Anastasia

Turkey

We take lessons with Konstantin Aksyonov via Skype and are very satisfied. First of all, these are individual lessons, which allow him to consider the student’s abilities and knowledge, and to tailor the program and schedule specifically for us. Secondly, lessons from home are very convenient! Konstantin is a very demanding and knowledgeable teacher. 👍
Anton, son of Olga

Russia

My son has been attending the Phoenix Club with Konstantin Aksyonov for only 3 months, but significant progress is already visible. Most importantly, he is very engaged in learning—he often plays on the platform in his free time and eagerly signs up for online lectures. It’s great that the club has many participants—there are tournaments and group lessons. The participants come from different countries, and I think it makes it even more exciting for the children to play and learn, knowing their opponent is from another city or country.

Daniel, son of Elena

Israel

I was very pleased to find an online resource dedicated to chess education for children. You can feel that a true professional is at work. Special thanks to you, Konstantin, for providing such a high level of chess education. Thank you and your chess school for helping to raise smart and thoughtful children!
Anatoly, son of Natalia

Canada

My son is 7 years old and started getting interested in chess at an amateur level about 6 months ago. He played with his dad and on the computer. Friends recommended the Phoenix School. We are learning with coach Shukur. My son is very happy. The coach is very calm, results are already visible, and my son’s motivation to continue hasn’t diminished. We are continuing our lessons.
Ron, son of Natalia

Israel

Many thanks to coach Shukur. He is very responsible and fully involved in my son’s learning. Thank you, Shukur, for your patience. With such a coach, you want to keep progressing and winning. Ron really respects him 🤝

Alisa, daughter of Alina

Germany

Shukur is an excellent teacher. Calm, balanced, and patient—which is especially important when working with a lively eight-year-old like mine. At the same time, he knows how to be firm and guide a student to find the solution on their own, even when the child insists they’ve already tried every possible option. That’s why now not only my daughter but also I take lessons with Shukur!
Milana, daughter of Vladislava

USA

My daughter is 5 years old and has been learning with Farid for a relatively short time. She started completely from scratch, and now she can already play simple games. Farid immediately found an approach to Milana, even though my daughter doesn’t speak Russian fluently, and in a playful way she quickly became engaged in the learning process.
I came across the Phoenix School online by chance and am very glad I decided to enroll my child. I wholeheartedly recommend Konstantin and Alexander’s school, and their team of coaches, to all parents who want to teach their children chess.
Egor, son of Igor

Latvia

Due to the quarantine, our child lost the opportunity to attend chess lessons in person. By chance, we came across an advertisement for the Phoenix Online Chess School and decided to give it a try, although we didn’t believe that online learning could be interesting or effective. But we were wrong—after the very first lessons, our child developed a huge, even greater, interest in chess, thanks to the well-organized learning process and the individual approach to each student. We have been learning for almost a year now, and we can confidently say that trusting the Phoenix School was the right decision. A huge thank you to coach Konstantin for welcoming our child to the school and believing in him. A heartfelt thank you from us, the parents!

Katya and Liza, daughters of Anastasia

Russia

Albert is a very attentive and calm teacher. Lessons take place in a friendly atmosphere, and the children are happy to attend. I would also like to note that Albert is always accommodating regarding any questions about lessons, such as schedule changes or rescheduling. It is also very pleasant that Albert is always punctual and has never canceled a lesson.
Islam, son of Natalia

Turkey

My child enjoys lessons with teacher Albert. He has learned a lot of new things and eagerly looks forward to each lesson. He has become more confident and stronger in his game.
Ilya, son of Olga

Russia

My son Ilya became interested in chess by following his older brother’s example. Despite Ilya’s young age, Albert found an approach that works for him, and he eagerly looks forward to the next lesson, even remembering to do his homework on his own.

Aaron and Semyon, sons of Ekaterina

Latvia

We have been taking lessons with Zamir Dadashov for several months. He works with two energetic 7-year-old boys. The teacher is very patient and consistent. He is also appropriately strict when necessary. Most importantly, he helps the children understand the purpose behind what they are doing. This definitely develops logical thinking, discipline, and overall growth. We are very satisfied with the teacher! It’s wonderful that he is a person with both extensive professional and life experience. Thank you!
Katya, daughter of Elena

South Africa

Thank you, Konstantin, for your patience and persistence. You have a wonderful approach to teaching children: you are strict, yet you know how to lighten the atmosphere when a student is confused. I am confident that Katya will soon be playing better than all her peers at school.
Guy, son of Anna

USA

Youssef is a wonderful teacher who communicates at the student’s level. He can explain concepts in Russian or English in a way that is easy for a child to understand and knows how to keep them engaged.

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