Arnaldo Fernandez de la Vara Mulet

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$50/hour

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I'm an International Master with a FIDE rating over 2500 as well as a USCF rating of 2500+ and 10+ years of coaching experience. I have a very important career working with kids and students of all ages as well. I’ve helped students go from beginner to 2300+ through personalized, structured training focused on tactics, strategy, and opening prep. I also hold 3000+ bullet ratings on Lichess and Chess.com, with strong results vs titled players. I use top tools like ChessBase and live analysis boards to keep every lesson clear, efficient, and engaging.

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Current Top Pro

Hired 12 times

Serves Raleigh, NC

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1 employee

11 years in business

Business hours

Sun8:00 am - 9:00 pmMon5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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I work remotely (phone or internet)

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Shannon H.

Dec 14, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Arnaldo has been AMAZING working with my 16 year old son who moved up to first baord in chess this year and was struggling with the adjustment of always playing the top players. Arnaldo is not only helping his game tremendously but has helped him get hos confidence back up after he was seriously doubting himself. He has been amazing, kind and is an incredible teacher with more than fair prices for his skill level! Thank you Arnaldo! We look forward to a lot more sessions with you soon!

Details: 14 - 17 years old • Advanced • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Amauris V.

Oct 6, 2025

Charlotte Z.

Jan 10, 2026

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I booked a class with Arnaldo for my husband as an anniversary present. It was a great experience! My husband loved the tips that were given and enjoyed the instruction. Thank you!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Marianne S.

Dec 20, 2025

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He's a great and generous teacher who loves chess. His enthusiasm is infectious!

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Intermediate • Remotely (phone or internet)

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ANTHONY T.

Nov 26, 2025

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I contacted him thinking he worked at a place where I could take my son, but the classes are online and the address is very far from where I live. Very kind, very professional. Thank you for the attention.

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No experience • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Arnaldo Fernandez De La Vara Mulet