Online shogi coach

Adult hobbyists, fans of Japanese culture and anime, chess players curious about shogi, and parents of keen young players.

Hourly rate per lesson, with discounts for lesson packs or monthly plans. Small group classes can lift your hourly earnings.

• Strong shogi playing level
• Clear, patient teaching
• Comfortable on video calls and online game tools

• You need an ABN, and check when GST registration applies as your turnover grows
• If you teach under-18s, check your state or territory's working with children check rules, even for online lessons
• The audience is small, so you may need to reach students outside your local area
• Check the fees and terms of any booking or payment platform you use
• Consider public liability or professional indemnity insurance

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $100 to $800, depending on your video call setup, online board or app choices, and any insurance you decide to take out. Most costs are small because lessons run online.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $200 to $2,000, depending on how many students you attract, your rates and how many hours you teach. Hours start at around 4 a week, and the audience is small.

Check ABN and GST registration as turnover grows. If you teach under-18s, check your state or territory's working with children check rules, even for online lessons. Also review booking platform fees and consider public liability or professional indemnity insurance.