IM Emmanuel Jimenez Garcia

Hello! My name is Emmanuel Jimenez from Costa Rica, and I am an International Master pushing for the GM title (2 GM norms). I am the Co-founder of BoostChess.com, an online chess academy. I am the current National Champion of Costa Rica and a proud member of the National Team. With a peak FIDE rating of 2437 and two norms towards my International Grandmaster title, I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with others.

My achievements include:

Three time National Champion of Costa Rica: 2021, 2023, 2024.
First-ranked Player in Costa Rica
International Champion: Joaquín Gutiérrez 2022
Nexus Cup International Tournament Champion: 2022
Absolute Champion of Costa Rica: 2021
Central American and Caribbean Runner-up: 2017
Third Place Pan American U-18: Mexico 2014
5-time U-20 Champion of Costa Rica: 2013-2017

My social media and website:

boostchess.com/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BoostChessAcademy
Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCGHYEF5KqWixB0X0SSy29Yw

Instagram: www.instagram.com/boostchess/

With 14 years of professional play, I’ve competed in numerous tournaments worldwide, including:

Three time National Champion of Costa Rica: 2021, 2023, 2024.
First-ranked Player in Costa Rica
International Champion: Joaquín Gutiérrez 2022
Nexus Cup International Tournament Champion: 2022
Absolute Champion of Costa Rica: 2021
Central American and Caribbean Runner-up: 2017
Third Place Pan American U-18: Mexico 2014
5-time U-20 Champion of Costa Rica: 2013-2017

For several years, I’ve dedicated myself to teaching chess both in person and online. My students have shown significant progress in their FIDE ratings and overall understanding of the game. I tailor my teaching to each student’s needs, ensuring a personalized approach that focuses on practical chess, game analysis, and strategic improvement.
Testimonials of my lessons: boostchess.com/testimonials/

Other Experiences:
I recently started a YouTube channel to share interesting and educational chess content. Feel free to check it out: www.youtube.com/@BoostChess

Best Skills:
My strengths lie in my deep knowledge and practical experience in openings, tactics, and overall game strategy. I am passionate about teaching and dedicated to ensuring my students genuinely understand and improve their chess skills. Additionally, I focus on teaching students how to study and improve independently.

Objectives as a Coach:
My main objective is to teach the principles that govern the chess board. Understanding these principles is crucial for accurate calculation and visualization, which are essential for becoming a better player.
Objectives for Students:
Students will learn the theoretical and practical aspects of calculation and visualization. By practicing these skills, they will improve their overall chess ability and understanding.

My coaching method depends on the level of play, period of engagement, and interest of the student. Typically, my approach includes:

Removing errors in the Opening play
Enhancing Tactical play awareness
Developing Positional play understanding
Balancing the use of Tactics and Positional moves
Improving Endgame skills
Playing practice games with the student
Deep analysis of the student's games
Analysis of my own games to explain the thought process behind every move
Favorite Openings:
White: Reti Opening, Nimzo-Larsen Attack, Torre Attack, King's Indian Attack.
Black: Philidor defense, Modern Defense, Owen's Defense, King's Indian Defense, b6 against everything, Sicilian Defense(classical, accelerated dragon and najdorf)