r/baduk

To start I learned the game as weiqi and will refer to it as such.

Backstory:

I started playing weiqi on and off since I learned about it on a game called Age of Wushu maybe around 15 years ago. At that time I could confidently beat anyone in the game, mostly because nobody really knew the rules. I no longer play that game but have tried other places on occasion like OGS, where I lose quite handedly. I have tried to teach myself the game better over the years on a very casual level using the occasional YouTube video or puzzle app but I want to dedicate more time and energy to the game.

End backstory

I would like to learn how to actually learn. What mind space should I be in? I feel like I know nothing, even when I'm told info that I definitely know. I don't know if that makes sense.

I spent the past two years studying and playing chess and got up to a peak of 1772 elo.

if I did the same thing for go, what is a reasonable level of kyu to aim for?

My goals are to be basically a club player or strong amateur. is around 10 kyu that point?

I thought there would be many others like me who needed it, but does it seem like there isn’t much demand?

source: https://senseis.xmp.net/?SanRenSei#toc4

My name is Abdallah Mezouar, 5th Dan EGF (European Go Federation). I started playing Go in November 2015 — already 10 years ago!

I offer private lessons from beginner to 3rd Dan level, and I have been teaching Go in group settings since early September at the Grenoble Go Club, within the Dojo de la Marmotte. I have experience running introduction sessions in after-school programs, as well as deeper coaching up to 1st Dan level (2025 National Youth Congress in Combloux, Masterclass at the Grenoble Go Club). I have also been offering private lessons for about a year.

I offer two types of lessons:

Commented Games We play a serious, pedagogically focused game followed by a full commentary (Time setting: 20 min + 3×30 sec). Playing against stronger opponents is in my view one of the most enriching ways to improve. I recommend this format from 5 Kyu onwards. The greatest strength in Go, as I see it, is experience — built through serious games, but also through high-stakes play like tournaments and championships. Pricing: 1 lesson (~1h30): €30 — 5 lessons (~5×1h30): €135

Theory Lessons These lessons take various forms: position study, joseki analysis, concept exploration, or problem compilations drawn from your own games. Topics include (non-exhaustive list): Haengma, Yose, Attack, Invasion, Reduction, Joseki, Modern/Traditional Fuseki, Tsumego, Tesuji, Sabaki, Semedori. Theory is a crucial pillar of Go improvement — tactics must lay the foundation for your own strategy. This format is suitable for all levels. Pricing: 1 lesson (~1h30): €40 — 5 lessons (~5×1h30): €180

I offer personalised, individual coaching to help each student reach their own goals and make real progress at Go. Every ten lessons, a dedicated review session is held to assess progress and adjust the learning path. Student can also get unique homework like tsumego sheet, go lesson in pdf. Here some sample in french.

tsumego sheet : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e0VW87e3vXQ0Wad3kYsQQwsi4dZXPshG/view?usp=sharing

go lesson 1 : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ue5sDhpcnUpDU9SSEKe8HjpsA_2VEOdJ/view?usp=sharing

go lesson 2 : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XnsEIHaDY0iqjCJoAhpQ-i4wfSLcn2Ab/view?usp=sharing

I’ve created the GO Bielefeld group on OGS, and I’d be happy if more Go players from Bielefeld (Germany) and the surrounding area joined. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, everyone is welcome.

When I find a mistake, how do I understand why it's a mistake and why the alternative moves are better?

After I understand, how do I make sure I incorporate the correct thinking to my play? Is there such thing as categorizing mistakes/moves?

Sorry for the silly questions I'm just a bit lost and want to get better

Ideally I'd be able to copy a game into the engine, and visualize the possibilities and answers it considers