Chess Teachers & Coaches

Use Chess Global League as a free structured practice platform for your students — Elo-rated, monthly rounds, online & local in-person.

How to get listed in the Coach Directory

Getting your profile in front of students takes just three simple steps:

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Create a free account

Register here — 30 seconds. Already have one? Log in.

2
Fill in your coach profile

Go to My Coach Profile, add your bio, rate, languages and links. About 5 minutes.

3
Wait for approval

An admin reviews and approves — typically within 24 hours. You then appear in the Coach Directory automatically.

How to use the League with your students

  1. Register for a free account — takes 30 seconds.
  2. Create a private league for your class or group (admin can set it up for you).
  3. Invite your students by sharing the league join link.
  4. Students register, join the league and play their monthly games.
  5. Results and ratings update automatically every round.

Why Chess Global League fits your students

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Real Elo Ratings

Students get an objectively tracked rating that updates every month — great motivation and measurable progress.

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Grouped by Skill Level

The system automatically places players in groups where everyone is evenly matched — no blowouts, more learning.

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Monthly Structured Rounds

Each month is a new round — students play 6–8 rated games on whatever platform they prefer (Chess.com, Lichess, OTB).

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Completely Free

No fees for you or your students. No ads, no paywalls. Just structured competitive practice.

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Online & Local

Run a private local league for your in-person students, or let them compete online with players worldwide.

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Progress History

Full match history and rating chart for every player — useful for lessons, reports and parent updates.

Create a Free Account Contact Us

Want a private league set up for your school or club? Just send us an email — it's free.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I create a private league just for my students?
Yes. Contact us and we will set up a private league visible only to people you invite. Students join with a unique link.
Does it work for in-person (over-the-board) games?
Yes — local leagues are designed for OTB play. Students meet at your venue, play their games, and submit results online.
What age groups is this suitable for?
Any age. Coaches use it for school juniors (9+), adult club players and mixed-age groups. Rating groups ensure matches are always competitive regardless of age.
Is there a cost for teachers or their students?
No. Chess Global League is completely free for everyone. If you find it valuable, a small donation on the Donate page helps keep it running.
Can I get listed as a coach on the platform?
Yes! Register for a free account then fill in your coach profile — it takes a few minutes and an admin will approve it. Once approved you appear in the Coach Directory and students can find and message you directly. It's completely free.