Why YFCHESS?
· Competitive Strength
International-level experience with major tournament achievements.
· Structured Teaching
A clear and analytical coaching approach built on strong thinking habits.
· Proven Results
Students have reached important milestones in national and international competition.
· Bilingual & International
Well suited to English-speaking students and Chinese-speaking families.
International Master Yang-Fan Zhou is a bilingual chess coach, Cambridge graduate, and experienced competitor with a strong record in both tournament play and student development.
Find the Right Coaching Path
1:1 Coaching
Personalised chess coaching tailored to your current level, goals, and playing style. Build stronger thinking, clearer structure, and long-term improvement through focused one-to-one guidance.
60-minute private lessons
Tailored training focus
Flexible online scheduling
Progress-based guidance
Group Classes
Structured small-group sessions designed for students who benefit from shared learning, regular rhythm, and level-based training. Improve through focused themes, discussion, and steady practice.
Small-group online sessions
Level-based class structure
Weekly training rhythm
Shared learning environment
Tournament Preparation
Focused coaching support designed for players preparing for important events and competitions. Strengthen your readiness through practical training, game review, and targeted preparation.
Focused pre-event support
Game review and feedback
Targeted training sessions
Flexible short-term planning
Not Sure Where to Start?
A flexible starting point for students and families who want guidance before choosing a format. Share your goals and background to find the coaching path that fits you best.
Guidance before choosing
Format recommendation
Goal-based direction
Flexible first step
Selected Achievements
A snapshot of Yang-Fan’s competitive achievements and selected student results.
His Achievements
Manchester Open Champion
Hong Kong Open Champion
British Championship joint 4th
World Youth U18 6th
Multiple British Junior Titles
Students Achievements
Student Achieved IM Title
Runner-up, World Schools U9
British Women’s Champion
National and International Results
Structured Long-Term Development
IM Yang-Fan Zhou
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