NetherlandsHey, I am Nick Maatman, an enthusiastic and joyful guy from the Netherlands. After graduating in 2020, I am figuring out what the next chapter will be. Time has freed up to pursue other avenues, which include giving chess training! Besides chess, I am into sports (Padel <3), other (board)games, enjoying music and pursuing a healthy lifestyle.
Contact me at:
nickmaatman@gmail.com
Check out my two books on chess strategy:
The Hidden Laws of Chess - Mastering Pawn Structures
The Hidden Laws of Chess - Mastering Dynamics
About me
Playing experience
Achieved the International Master Title
Dutch champion U20
3x champion in northern Regional Championships in the Netherlands
Represented the Netherlands at the European Youth championships
Trained with Dutch superstar Jorden van Foreest
Defeated multiple GM’s rated >2600
Dutch champion U20
3x champion in northern Regional Championships in the Netherlands
Represented the Netherlands at the European Youth championships
Trained with Dutch superstar Jorden van Foreest
Defeated multiple GM’s rated >2600
Other experiences
Graduated in both Business and Philosophy.
Taught logic lessons at the University of Groningen.
Taught logic lessons at the University of Groningen.
Teaching methodology
Personally, I am a big believer in the school of pattern recognition. Hence, my lessons emphasize on feeding you many useful chess patterns. As I have prepared a wide variety of material, the student has the option to choose his or her own prefered direction.