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Free online courseBeginner guide to Chess

Duration of the online course: 31 minutes

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Learn the basics of chess with this free online course by Gotham Chess. Perfect for beginners, it covers essential strategies and rules for mastering the game. Enroll now!

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  • Fundamentals of Chess

Course Description

Welcome to "Beginner Guide to Chess!" This engaging course is thoughtfully designed to cater to those who are at the very start of their chess journey, providing a solid foundation in one of the most popular and intellectually stimulating games of all time.

In just 31 minutes, this succinct yet comprehensive course introduces you to the fascinating world of chess, making it an ideal starting point for newbies. Chess can often appear daunting to beginners with its complex strategies and numerous pieces, but fear not. The course simplifies the learning curve through clear and precise instruction.

The primary focus of this course is "How To Play Chess: The Ultimate Beginner Guide." This module painstakingly delves into the essential aspects of chess, teaching you the rules of the game, the movements of each piece, and the basic strategies to deploy during your matches. You will acquaint yourself with the board, learn to identify each piece - from pawns to the king - and understand their unique roles in the game.

By the end of the course, you will be well-versed in executing simple yet effective moves and will have a basic understanding of opening strategies that can set you up for success. Additionally, this course instills a foundational appreciation for chess, igniting a passion that can lead to more advanced study and practice in the future.

Though brief in duration, the "Beginner Guide to Chess" promises to be rich in content and rewarding in experience. Take your first step into mastering this age-old game, guided by expert teachings. Dive into the nuances, strategize, and above all, enjoy the process of becoming a chess player.

Course content

  • Video class: How To Play Chess: The Ultimate Beginner Guide 31m
  • Exercise: Which move can a pawn make on its first move?
  • Exercise: Which piece in chess is known for moving in an 'L' shape and has the ability to jump over other pieces?
  • Exercise: Which piece on the chessboard can only move forward and not backward?
  • Exercise: Which piece on the chessboard has the unique ability to 'jump' over other pieces?
  • Exercise: Which of the following is NOT one of the basic concepts of chess covered in the video?
  • Exercise: In chess, what is the term used when a piece moves in such a way that it covers two important spots or attacks two opposing pieces simultaneously?

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