WFM Flavia Cancio-Bello Ayes

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If you're looking to improve your chess skills but have been stuck at the same level for a while or feel overwhelmed by all the information out there, I can help. I focus on enhancing your logical thinking to help you devise a plan in any position. We'll also work on tactics, endgames, openings, and more. I only have two spots left for private lessons, so don't miss out!

My love for chess sparked at age 8, fueled by a competitive spirit. From surpassing friends to winning championships, I became a provincial and national youth champion for consecutive years. Notable achievements include a second-place finish in the Pan American U-20 Championship (2012) and 10th place in the World Youth Chess Championship (2011), earning the FIDE Master title at 15. With a peak FIDE rating of 2190, I now prioritize teaching to share my passion and knowledge.

✔️Chess coach since 2011

✔️Coached Rodrigo Mederos from 2012 to 2015, who won bronze in the Central American sub-12 in Colombia in 2014

✔️Coached Maya Mederos from 2012 to 2015, who became a provincial multi-champion in categories 9-10 and 11-12

✔️Trainer of the Foreign Languages team at the University of Havana from 2012 to 2018

✔️Assistant to the training group of IM Abel Fabian López from 2011 to 2015, under the supervision of MF Eduardo Jesús Méndez

✔️Taught an online course in 2020 for talented children on the fundamental elements of chess tactics at the Isla Bonita Club in the Canary Islands

✔️Collaborated and translated for the Caissa XXI magazine in 2021

✔️Chess coach at Girl Boss Chess from September 2021 to September 2022

✔️Worked as a chess coach at Chess Excelsior from October 2021 to February 2022

✔️Presently working as a chess coach at the London Chess Club Ltd since January 2022, and as a Customer Success Manager since October 2023

✔️Serves as a substitute coach at Las Rozas Chess Club in Madrid since January 2022

✔️Chessable author of the course "El Alfil Kamikaze" (www.chessable.com/el-alfil-kamikaze/course/82100/)

✔️Coach at the Chess Campus in Extremadura, Spain, in July 2022

✔️Assistant coach to GM Daniel Pulvett in group lessons since January 2022.

✔️Human Resources Manager at London Chess Academy Ltd since May 2022

✔️Publicist for the Chess Project "Caissa XXI" since 2020, promoting and managing various events and activities related to chess

✔️Completed a TEFL Level 5 online course in 2019, gaining expertise in teaching English as a foreign language

✔️Holds a B.A. in Foreign Languages (English and Italian), gaining proficiency in both languages

✔️Completed a Master's degree in Human Resources and People Management in 2022, gaining expertise in HR practices and people management.

As your chess coach, I aim to tailor a personalized study plan, making learning enjoyable and engaging through fun, interactive lessons. Beyond that, as a dedicated enthusiast, I go the extra mile by sharing additional materials, organizing tournaments, and offering ongoing support outside of class. With my guidance, I will do my best to help you elevate your chess skills and reach your goals.

Discover the art of chess with my coaching, influenced by the wisdom of grandmasters like Smirnov, Nimzowitsch, Aagaard, Brunia, van Wijgerden, and de la Villa. I specialize in nurturing logical thinking skills, empowering students to analyze any position strategically and make optimal moves. Guiding personalized learning journeys, I stress the significance of thorough study and assimilation. My approach to openings is practical and dynamic, prioritizing the understanding of logic, plans, and ideas behind moves over theory. I also ensure a solid grasp of basic endgames and typical plans.