"Drew is preparing for the 2008 USCF Junior National Tournamant which will be in Dallas, TX in April.
Also, we forgot to mention, Drew won 3rd place in the Oklahoma State grade 6-9 primier section last Weekend. Between rounds Drew said something that really caught my attention. He said that he's starting to recognize familiar postion patterns that he has studied with Vlado!
" - Jerry Cottrill, father of Drew Cottrill, 15 years old

"The class was great! I also think its at the right level for me. The material will definitely extend me. All explainations were clear. All in all very enjoyable and definitely what I'm looking for." - Ryan Stevens, 27 year old

"I enjoyed the lesson about pinning very much. It was explained thoroughly and I believe my chess game will improve immediately because of learning the value of the pin. I am both humbled by my ignorance and excited about learning. Thank you for your patience and for giving me the opportunity to learn." - Greg Way, 44 years old

"John went to a tournment for the first time, and won 1st place - only due to his great coach, International Chess Master Vlado Jakovljevic" - Lin, mom of John Zhang, 8 years old

"Great lesson, I feel a bit foolish to repeat myself telling every time how instructive the last lesson was. But, that is the plain truth. The efficiency of the lessons by far surpass what one can obtain from chess books. What's more, on the basis of the lessons, reading chess books is like reading a completely new story. What seemed rather dry and dull material becomes juicy. To me, the best way to really learn chess, not just fool around with the pieces." - Michael Schalit, 70 year old

"THANK YOU so much for all your help with Arissa. This is beyond what we expected going in to Western States with only 4 tournaments under her belt. We've always known that she is one special girl and we thank you for also believing in her.  She had a great time and she's got a trophy bigger than her. She is thrilled and she can't wait for next season." - Shey and Rommel, parents of Arissa Torres, 8 years old

"Dear teacher, thanks a lot I`ve got 1st place again in the last tournament 12/2/06, K-6 department. Planning to go to K-8 dept. next month, hopeful to get another trophy.
Thank you for teaching me, I really appreciate, anyway I wish you are here so i can Invite you on my B-day party this comming sunday. I`ll be 9 y/o.
Your student, Iryll" - Iryll Roberto, 9 years old

"IchessU helped me to gain a better understanding of positions. Now I only need to implement this knowledge in my tournament games." - Rodrigo Kreiss, 36 year old

"All and all I think Kristyn has had a very worthwhile chess week, and was pleased with the outcome.  As parents I think we can sometimes be a little critical, but tried to simply enjoy the level of her success with her.  In the less than 2 years she has played, there has definitely been quite a bit of growth in her chess ability and she is really having fun with chess.  We really appreciate the personal attention and enthusiasm you and Vlado the coach have expressed in order to help Kristyn gain a high level of confidence with regards to her game. Thank you, thank you, thank you !!!!!!!!!!
The Van Cleave Family" - Tammy VanCleave, mom of Kristyn, 8 years old

"Actually, this was the best class I have had so far. Going over my games helps immensely. Vlado was most impressive to me today, and is very appreciated." - Rockford Watson, 34 years old

"I'm more than satisfied! I have a free conversation with my coach during the lesson and I find this most suitable and pleasant. On the whole, 10/10! - Ibrahim Rahman , 48 years old