By Simone McFarlane Image via Pexel Chess instruction is not just about tactics—it’s about transformation. Great teachers don’t simply train players to memorize openings; they design environments where students think ahead, set goals, and learn to trust their decisions. For club organizers and instructors alike, the goal is the same: make the classroom (or boardroom) …
If you are looking to improve your chess strategy in 30 days, then we have a well-structured plan to help you improve over the month. Many would deny that you can be a top player by just practicing chess in 30 days, but some believe that you can improve to be the top player in …
By Simone McFarlane Starting your first business can feel like standing at the edge of a giant chessboard. You are excited, maybe even confident—but the moves ahead are uncertain, and the stakes feel high. Every decision matters. Like chess, entrepreneurship is a game of strategy, patience, and vision. It is not about reacting blindly; it …
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By Bhavya Singhal The question of how much chess is enough is an all-too-common one that I receive from my students, adult improvers, and casual fans. One should consider how serious he is about chess. A casual player will be fine playing 20-35 rated games per year. For a hardworking adult improver, who has a full-time …
By Bhavya Singhal Students and chess fans often ask what time control they should play. The right answer is usually a combination. There are pros and cons of the different time controls: Classical (30-minutes+ per player): This is the time control I tell most of my students to play, although I’m not sure how many of …
By Bhavya Singhal Many chess coaches tell students it is better to play slowly to avoid blunders. Students then frequently slow down when making simple decisions, which ends up causing blunders. To avoid this, here are three ways to improve time management: Write down the time you have left after each move, when notating a …
By Bhavya Singhal Many students and chess enthusiasts often ask me about the process of creating a study plan. Many have tried many different things, but the main issue is that they jump from one book, DVD, or opening to the next without studying it extensively. I usually answer the question of creating a chess …
By Bhavya Singhal Five books have had a profound on my improvement as a chess player. These books cover calculation,strategy, endgames, and chess psychology: Chess Calculation Training by Romain Edouard: This series contain of three books. The first book covers middlegame tactics and calculation training, the second book covers endgame calculation training, and the third …
By Bhavya Singhal Throughout my experience as a chess player, calculation has been the one area in which I have struggled the most. On the other hand, it is also the one area which paid huge dividends when I worked on it. I often see that …
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By Bhavya Singhal The issue of burnout is all to common of a experience for almost all serious and casual chess players. Taking a break can be great way to give one’s mind and body enough time for rest and recovery from the game. Here are some key benefits: -Rekindling your passion for chess: Taking …
