This beginner-friendly chess course is designed to introduce learners to the fundamentals of the game. Through interactive lessons, guided play, and strategic exercises, students learn how to set up the board, move pieces, and think ahead like a pro. The course gradually covers openings, tactics, and basic endgames, building a strong foundation for intermediate-level play and competitive preparation.
Getting Started with Chess
Introduction to the chessboard and coordinates
How each piece moves and captures
The value of pieces and goal of the game
Game setup and chess etiquette
Understanding Rules & Special Moves
Check, checkmate, and stalemate
Castling (when and how)
Pawn promotion and en passant
Legal vs. illegal moves
Opening Principles
Control of the center and piece development
King safety and common opening mistakes
Simple openings: Italian Game, Four Knights, London System
Tactical Tools for Beginners
Forks, pins, and skewers
Traps and double attacks
Counting attackers and defenders
Simple puzzle solving
Endgame Basics
King and pawn vs. king
Rook and king checkmate
Queen and king checkmate
Opposition and basic zugzwang
Practice, Games & Strategy
Play practice games with guidance
Game reviews and feedback
Certificate of completion
I’m a chess instructor with four years of experience, specializing in helping students improve through clear, engaging lessons. With a strong grasp of chess fundamentals and strategy, I tailor my teaching to each student’s needs, fostering growth and confidence in the game.
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