International Grandmaster Jaan Ehlvest, boasting an impressive FIDE rating of 2517, calls Tallinn, Estonia his home. Born on October 14, 1962, Jaan's journey in chess began early, culminating in his becoming an International Master in 1983 after winning the European Junior Championship. His career advanced dramatically when he tied for second place in the Zagreb Interzonal in 1987, officially earning the title of Grandmaster.
Jaan has a rich history not only as a player but also as a coach. He has led teams in various Chess Olympiads, including coaching the Latvian women's team and the Estonian team. Among his notable pupils are famous chess legends such as Anatoly Karpov and Alexander Halifman, showcasing his expertise in nurturing top talent.
With a background in psychology from Tartu State University, Jaan combines his knowledge of the mind with chess strategies, creating a teaching style that is both effective and engaging. He offers lessons primarily in English and has a competitive and accomplished record in several formats, including over 10,000 bullet games with a rating of 2283 and a stellar blitz rating of 2662 from nearly 1,000 games.
Jaan provides a flexible pricing structure, offering discounts for those who book ten two-hour sessions, while a single session is available for $150. This premium coaching opportunity allows students to enhance their skills under the guidance of a distinguished Grandmaster.
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Jaan Ehlvest
International Grandmaster Jaan Ehlvest was born 14.10.1962 in Tallinn, Estonia to a family of doctors. From 1981-87 he studied and graduated from Tartu State University with a degree in Psychology. He became an international master in Chess in 1983 by winning the European Junior Championship. In 1987 he tied for second place in the Zagreb Interzonal and became a grandmaster. Later he became a coach. In Chess Olympiads he was coach for Latvian women team and Estonina team. His most famous students were Anatoly Karpov and Alexander Halifman.
