Nyimas Sonya Nafa - Chess teacher -
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Nyimas Sonya Nafa - Chess teacher -

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Nyimas Sonya Nafa

  • Rate ₹1,096
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    Number of students accompanied by Nyimas Sonya Nafa since their arrival at Superprof

Nyimas Sonya Nafa - Chess teacher -
  • 5 (7 reviews)

₹1,096/hr

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  • Chess
  • Chinese Chess
  • Draughts
  • Risk

Fun & Relaxed Chess Lessons with a Woman National Master (WNM) | FIDE Certified School Instructor | Kids-Friendly

  • Chess
  • Chinese Chess
  • Draughts
  • Risk

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About Nyimas Sonya Nafa

Hi! I'm Sonya, a Woman National Master (WNM) who has been playing chess since 2006 and teaching since 2020. I'm also a Certified School Instructor (SI) from FIDE.

For me, chess is not just a game, but also a way to train my thinking. Through chess, children can learn to think more structured, improve their focus, and become more accustomed to facing and solving problems, which also has a positive impact on their academic development. I really enjoy teaching children and always strive to create a fun, relaxed, yet focused learning environment.

During my chess career, I have won numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals in national tournaments. One of my significant achievements was winning a silver medal at the 2016 National Sports Week (PON) in West Java in the Women's Team Rapid Chess category. I also participated in the 2021 PON in Papua.

Internationally, I won third place in the Singapore chess championship in 2008 and received the Best Lady award in the Malaysia chess championship in 2014.

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About the class

  • All Levels
  • English

All languages in which the class is available :

English

I believe that learning chess can significantly benefit a child's cognitive development, particularly in improving logical thinking, concentration, problem-solving, and decision-making. These skills are not only useful in the game but also contribute to a child's academic development and overall mindset.

I have been teaching chess since 2020, including serving as the 2021 South Sumatra Provincial Sports Week (Porprov) Coach for female athletes. I accept students from Pre-Beginner, Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels, all under 21 years old. Lessons can be conducted online in Indonesian or English. For face-to-face lessons, I am based in Ankara, Turkey.

My teaching method is always tailored to the age and needs of each student. For children, I use a light and interactive approach to ensure they learn in a fun atmosphere. For more serious students, I provide structured strategy and tactics training tailored to their developmental stage.

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Rate

  • ₹1,096

Pack prices

  • 5h: ₹5,478
  • 10h: ₹10,409

online

  • ₹1,096/hr

free classes

This first free class with Nyimas Sonya Nafa will allow you to get to know each other and to specify the exact learning requirements for the upcoming classes.

  • 1hr

Find out more about Nyimas Sonya Nafa

Find out more about Nyimas Sonya Nafa

  • 1) Kapan Anda mulai berlatih? Bagaimana Anda menemukan passion Anda?

    Saya mulai berlatih catur sejak 2005, namun baru mulai mengikuti kursus di tahun 2006. Saat itu saya melihat ayah saya sedang bermain catur sendirian dan saya penasaran dengan ukiran bidak-bidak catur yang unik serta langkah-langkah yang berbeda setiap bidaknya. Setelah beberapa kali melihat ayah saya bermain catur sendirian, saya mulai memberanikan diri untuk bertanya banyak hal mengenai catur. Setelah 1 tahun belajar catur secara otodidak, kedua orangtua saya mulai mendaftarkan saya untuk kursus catur.
  • 2) Artis atau karya mana yang paling mempengaruhi Anda?

    GM Judith Polgar dan GM Garry Kasparov. Keduanya merupakan pemain catur hebat dengan gaya permainan yang sangat tajam dan agresif. Karena saya juga tipe pemain catur yang tajam dan agresif, saya banyak belajar melalui kedua Grandmaster catur tersebut.
  • 3) Apa kualitas dan keterampilan yang dibutuhkan agar dapat berhasil di bidang ini?

    Kesabaran, ketelitian, pemecahan masalah, konsentrasi/fokus, dan kemampuan memahami strategi serta taktik yang rumit dan beragam.
  • 4) Apa saran paling berharga yang dapat Anda berikan untuk membantu seseorang tetap fokus pada proyek kreatif?

    Saran paling berharga adalah membangun mindset bahwa setiap langkah memiliki tujuan. Banyak pemain kehilangan fokus karena mereka bermain tanpa berpikir. Saya selalu menyarankan untuk berhenti sejenak sebelum setiap langkah dan bertanya: "Apa ancaman lawan? Apa rencana saya?"
  • 5) Bagaimana Anda menggambarkan passion Anda; Bagaimana perasaan Anda?

    Passion saya terhadap catur adalah campuran antara rasa ingin tahu, tantangan, dan kepuasan intelektual. Catur bukan hanya permainan bagi saya, tapi juga cara untuk memahami cara berpikir, mengambil keputusan, dan mengelola emosi. Saya merasa senang ketika bermain atau mengajar catur. Saya merasakan antusiasme dan kepuasan saat melihat perkembangan, baik pada diri sendiri maupun pada siswa. Passion ini membuat saya terus ingin belajar, berkembang, dan membagikan manfaat catur kepada orang lain.
  • 6) Prestasi kreatif apa yang sangat Anda banggakan?

    Saya berhasil meraih medali perak di ajang PON Jabar 2016, serta meraih medali perunggu untuk ajang World School Championship di Singapore tahun 2008.
  • 7) Pernahkah Anda terkejut oleh seorang siswa; oleh kemampuan mereka atau perkembangan mereka yang sangat cepat? Jika pernah, bagaimana ceritanya?

    Ya, saya pernah mengajar seorang siswa yang sama sekali belum mengerti catur, bahkan saya pikir siswa ini tidak berminat pada bidang catur. Namun dari beberapa pertemuan menunjukkan sebenarnya siswa ini memiliki bakat alami karena dia mampu menyelesaikan problem catur dengan cepat dan tepat.
  • 8) Apa rahasia menjadi seorang guru teladan dalam bidang seni?

    Guru yang senantiasa memperhatikan perkembangan siswanya dan memberikan perhatian yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan siswa. Yang tidak hanya mengajar untuk mencari uang, tapi juga membimbing dengan sepenuh hati.
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