WFM Diana Mirza

Hey, I'm Diana, a chess player from Ireland & I'm always smiling!
I am enthusiastic, positive and motivating :) I love teaching chess to people who are passionate about the game & want to improve.
I recently graduated from University College Dublin with a Bsc in Social Sciences (Joint Major - Politics & International Relations ; Information & Communication Studies)

I started playing chess from the age of 5.
I have represented Ireland in:
- 4 Olympiads (2014,2016,2018,2022)
- 9 World Youth Championships
- 7 European Youth Championships.
- Various International & National high level Tournaments

Achievements:
- Gold medal at World Schools Championships in 2017, which was the first World title ever won by an Irish person.
- Bronze, Silver & Gold in 2012, 2013 & 2014 respectively at the EU Youth Championships.
- Irish Women's Champion 2013
- U16 Irish Junior Champion

I have been teaching chess for 8 years.
I have experience teaching children from the ages of 4+ as well as more mature students, the eldest being 72 (Keep it up Phil).
I have coached Irish Junior squads. I teach one on one or groups. My students have won regional & national medals.
I hold the National Instructor title (2020).

I have a streaming channel that is growing more and more everyday and provides fun & educational content. www.twitch.tv/dianamirza

Strengths as a Chess Player:
- Understanding of the position
- Dynamic Positions
- Creating an Attack (how & when to start)
- Thought process
- Fundamentals

Strengths as a Teacher:
- My Positive energy, creates a comfortable & enjoyable atmosphere.
- I am motivating and supportive. I care about my students' progress.
- Adaptability, I tailor my lessons based on the strengths & weaknesses of each student.
- Work Ethic

Prepared Lesson:
Zoom/Skype (Shared Screen)
After looking over your games we will determine your strengths and weaknesses. From there I will prepare model games with themes similar to your style of play & what can be worked on. I work a lot on calculation, tactics & critical moments in the game.

Training Games:
Analyse the games after they are played and see where you went wrong & where you can improve. As well as determine your strong points and find something you can strengthen & keep focusing on!

If you are interested you can contact me by email - dianamchess@gmail.com or message me on Lichess. :)