The easy way to stop hanging pieces — and improve instantly.
You grind puzzles, watch videos, study openings — and your rating barely moves. The problem isn’t effort. It’s that none of those methods teach you what to actually do in the moment a decision has to be made.
Hello, I'm Goran.
I’m a FIDE Master who helps ambitious beginners break past 1500 and beyond.
Most coaches teach you chess. I will teach you how to think during a game.
If you’ve been stuck at the same rating despite putting in real work, there’s a
reason — and it’s completely fixable. The gap isn’t knowledge. It’s process.
Results speak louder.
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Goran helped me understand positional play and pawn structures in a way that actually translated to my games. Since we started working together I broke 2000 rapid ELO and hit 1700 OTB — results I’m genuinely proud of. He identifies problems in my play faster than I can myself, and explains positions in a way that sticks. The lessons always feel friendly and open, which makes it easy to learn.
★★★★★
Illabilla, from Netherlands
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I’ve gained a real understanding of openings, pawn structure, strategy, and time management since working with Goran. My rating has gone up a lot, and we’ve been doing more game analysis as a result. What I appreciate most is that he gives you 100% of his attention during every session — no distractions, no going through the motions. I especially enjoy the homework he sets.
★★★★★
Trunkza, from Netherlands
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I was stuck around 800 for a while. Since coaching with Goran I broke 1000, and the biggest shift has been my awareness of what my opponent is planning — I actually account for it now instead of just playing my own ideas. Reviewing my own losses has been the most valuable part. The balance between theory and practice is just right.
★★★★★
Philipp, from Germany
Chess, the practical way.
Ideas and lessons for players who are serious about improving.