Choosing the Right Chess Course for You
At the International Chess School, we offer a variety of chess courses to cater to your needs. To help you make an informed decision, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions about our courses. If you require further information, please feel free to contact us.
Introducing the Chess Course: ‘Strong Chess Fighter’
Our newest chess course, ‘Strong Chess Fighter’, is designed to enhance your overall chess skills by teaching you how to think like a strong player. This comprehensive course covers various aspects of chess, including attack strategies, tactics, calculations, and overall strategic thinking. While the course aims to improve your chess skills holistically, it places a particular emphasis on mastering the art of attacking the opponent’s king.
To ensure your success, we provide full coaching support. Our experienced instructors are available to assist you throughout the course, helping you understand the concepts and strategies effectively.
Strong Chess Fighter Course
What is “Strong Chess Fighter”?
“Strong Chess Fighter” is a comprehensive 12-week course designed to help chess players enhance their attacking strategy, tactical skills, calculation abilities, and overall thinking process. The course focuses on empowering players to become strong and confident in their attacks, leading to improved performance on the chessboard.
How does “Strong Chess Fighter” help me improve my chess skills?
The course offers a seamless learning experience with a perfect balance of theory and engaging lessons. Through in-depth instruction, fully annotated games, and practical examples, “Strong Chess Fighter” teaches you the secrets of strategic attacks, brilliant maneuvers, sacrifices, and tactical blows. It aims to ignite your passion for chess and fuel your desire to become a formidable chess fighter.
What does the course cover?
“Strong Chess Fighter” covers a wide range of topics essential to attacking play, including:
- Masterful Tactics: Unleashing unstoppable assaults through tactical combinations, complex attacking sequences, and audacious sacrifices.
- Dynamic, Forceful Strategy: Outmaneuvering opponents through active and aggressive play, enhanced piece mobility, optimal piece positioning, and effective piece cooperation.
- Exact Moves, Precision, and Prophylaxis: Making every move count with purposeful and precise decision-making, studying great games of World Chess Champions, neutralizing threats, and maintaining a solid position.
- Becoming a Bold and Confident Chess Player: Enhancing evaluation skills, attack planning, exploiting weaknesses, critical thinking under pressure, and developing a well-rounded chess logic.
Is the course regularly updated with new content?
Absolutely! We believe in providing our students with the most relevant and efficient learning experience. That’s why the “Strong Chess Fighter” course is regularly updated based on valuable feedback from our students. We strive to incorporate their insights and suggestions to ensure that the course content remains up-to-date and aligned with the evolving needs of chess players.
You will have access to all the course updates for a full year after enrolling. This means that even after completing the 12-week course, you’ll continue to benefit from any new materials, enhancements, and refinements we introduce during that one-year period.
I need details about the course schedule.
“Strong Chess Fighter” is a 12-week course. Each week, you’ll gain access to new lessons and chess moves directly in your browser, allowing you to progress steadily throughout the duration of the program.
You can access your account anytime and study the lessons at your own pace. Typically, there are around 5-6 lessons per week, approximately one lesson per weekday. A chess lesson usually requires 1-2 hours of study. However, the time needed to complete a lesson can vary based on your current chess level, study approach, and daily concentration levels. If you prefer a slower pace, there’s no problem. Access to the course is available for a lifetime. If you have more than 5-7 hours per week available for chess study, that’s even better! You can use the extra time to practice.
How long will I have access to the course, updates, and coaching support?
You will have a lifetime access to the course and you’ll have coaching support for a full year. We believe in providing our students with ample time and resources to foster their growth as chess players.
How can I study the chess lessons?
You can read the lessons and move the pieces directly in your browser on various devices such as mobile, tablet, laptop, or PC. There are ample diagrams that are easy to navigate, helping you stay on track.
In addition to the lesson text, the course incorporates diagrams, schematics, and other visual elements to enhance your learning process.
However, the traditional game of chess involves playing on a physical chessboard with real pieces. The physical interaction of moving the pieces and engaging your mind is vital. Therefore, when you practice classic chess, we encourage you to use a real chessboard and pieces alongside your device or printed materials.
Is there coaching support available?
Yes, the course includes full, unlimited coaching support. You’ll have the opportunity to seek guidance and clarification on course materials or any chess-related questions you may have.
Is the course suitable for players of all skill levels? What about beginners?
Yes, “Strong Chess Fighter” is designed to benefit players of various skill levels. Whether you are a beginner looking to develop a strong foundation or an experienced player aiming to refine your attacking skills, the course offers valuable insights and practical techniques to elevate your game.
The term ‘beginner’ in chess can have different interpretations from person to person. For our purposes, we define a ‘beginner’ as someone who is familiar with the value of chess pieces, can read chess notations, and can easily recognize when a piece is under attack or when the king is in a vulnerable position for checkmate. If you are at this beginner level or above, then yes, ‘Strong Chess Fighter’ is suitable for you. Our chess training program is designed for individuals who already possess basic knowledge and aspire to become proficient chess players. With our unlimited tutoring support, you will receive all the assistance you need to excel in the course.
Is there any offer or discount?
Yes, for a limited time, you can claim your spot in “Strong Chess Fighter” and enjoy a $50 discount. The enrollment fee is $96 US instead of the regular price of $146 US.
Do you offer personal game analysis at this moment?
For personalized tutoring and analysis, please explore our Tailored Chess Course.
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Tailored Chess Course
How should I choose games for my Tailored Chess Course?
Please select and send us six games that best represent your chess skills. Avoid games with significant errors often caused by fatigue, stress, or poor condition, as these do not accurately reflect your playing style. Additionally, choose games where your opponent also played well, ensuring both players were in good form and able to execute their strategies effectively.
Can you give me specific steps to download my games from Lichess?
To download your chess games from Lichess, you can follow these steps:
– Once logged in, click on your profile icon or username, usually located in the top right corner of the Lichess homepage.
– Beneath your name, you’ll find an icon indicating the download action – it is the last icon.
– Then, select only the Classic and Rapid variants (deselect the other variants) and click ‘Download’.
– Next, please select six games that best represent your chess skills and submit them to us using the enrollment form.
Alternatively, you can provide us with your Lichess username. However, in doing so, you will forfeit the opportunity to personally select the games…
I have been playing only bullet and blitz games. Are these acceptable?
In this situation, we kindly ask you to carefully select and send us 15 blitz games (instead of 6). This will enable us to gain a clearer understanding of your chess skills. Please carefully choose games with fewer errors, as they often occur in fast-paced games.
Unfortunately, bullet games are not acceptable.
Is it helpful to send my games with commentary?
Yes, submitting your games with your own commentary is beneficial. When you include commentary, especially highlighting moments where you struggled to choose a plan or move and explaining your reasoning, it helps us identify specific areas for improvement in your play. Sharing your thoughts on attempts to apply what you’ve learned, or insights into what you think you missed during your games, can be particularly valuable.
What additional information about my chess learning should I provide?
Providing details about specific lessons or chapters from courses or books that you found challenging to understand can be very helpful. Mentioning particular aspects of our Grandmaster Package or other courses you’ve engaged with allows us to offer more targeted explanations and examples. Also, sharing topics you’ve studied but haven’t been able to apply in practice, or are unsure how to implement, is valuable. This information assists us in preparing more effective, tailored lessons for you.
How soon will I receive the Tailored Chess Course after enrolling?
Once you complete the enrollment form and upload your six games, we begin forming small student groups based on similar skill levels to ensure the material is relevant for everyone. This grouping process typically takes about one week. After the groups are finalized and students confirm their enrollment by making the payment, your Tailored Chess Course will be ready within four weeks.
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Chess Course: ‘Grandmaster Package’
The ‘Grandmaster Package’ is our original, 13-month chess course available at chessmasterschool.com. It is designed specifically for intermediate-advanced players and is the most comprehensive course we offer.
The ‘Strong Chess Fighter’ course serves as a valuable complement to the ‘Grandmaster Package,’ enhancing your skills and strategies even further. By combining both courses, you can benefit from a well-rounded and extensive training program to take your chess abilities to the next level.
Explore Additional Chess Courses
At chessmasterschool.com, once you enroll in the ‘Grandmaster Package,’ you will have the opportunity to access other one-year courses as well, such as ‘Practical Chess’ and ‘Systems of Champions.’ These courses are centered around annotated chess games and include bonus video lectures to enhance your learning experience.
We are constantly expanding our course offerings, and we value your input. We invite you to share your preferences and let us know what topics or specific lessons you would like to see in future courses. Your feedback is important to us as we continue to develop and provide the best chess education possible:
I am a Chess Master or Candidate Master. Which chess courses do you recommend for me?
At the International Chess School, we offer a range of excellent materials created by Grandmasters, International Masters, and highly skilled players. We understand the importance of catering to your specific level and goals. We recommend that you contact us to discuss your exact level and objectives. By doing so, we can ensure that you receive the most appropriate materials tailored to your needs. Our team is dedicated to providing you with the highest quality resources and guidance to further enhance your chess skills.