Playing Chess
Join us for a friendly chess showdown where brains battle it out on the board – checkmate or be checked!
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About this event
Master the classic game of chess online—sharpen strategy, boost thinking, and enjoy brainy fun from anywhere, anytime.
Overview :
Chess isn’t just a game—it’s a mental battleground where logic meets creativity. This course dives into the timeless strategies behind each move, exploring everything from opening theory to game-winning endgames. Whether you’ve never touched a piece or you’ve played a few casual rounds, this course walks you through the core principles with clarity and purpose.
Expect a blend of thoughtful guidance, classic tactics, and brain-teasing scenarios to help improve your foresight, planning, and decision-making. You'll explore famous games, understand common blunders, and learn to spot opportunities before they disappear from the board. No jargon, no fluff—just straight-up chess knowledge to enjoy, reflect, and apply in every game you play.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand fundamental rules and movement of all chess pieces.
- Identify common tactics such as forks, pins, and skewers.
- Apply basic opening principles to control the board early.
- Recognise checkmate patterns and defensive strategies.
- Analyse classic games to improve critical thinking skills.
- Build confidence through strategic decision-making in chess scenarios.
Who is this Course For:
- Beginners wanting to learn how to play chess properly.
- Casual players seeking better strategies and tactics.
- Students looking to improve logical thinking and memory.
- Parents aiming to introduce chess to their children.
- Educators interested in chess as a teaching tool.
- Puzzle enthusiasts curious about chess problem-solving.
- Retirees keen to keep their minds sharp and active.
- Anyone curious about chess and how to play smarter.
Career Path :
- Chess Coach – £27,000 per year
- Online Chess Content Creator – £32,000 per year
- Game Analyst (Strategy Games) – £30,000 per year
- Chess Tournament Organiser – £28,500 per year
- Freelance Chess Writer/Editor – £26,000 per year
- Youth Chess Programme Coordinator – £29,000 per year
Frequently asked questions
The main goal is to checkmate your opponent’s king, meaning the king is in a position to be captured and cannot escape.
Each player starts with 16 pieces: 1 king, 1 queen, 2 rooks, 2 bishops, 2 knights, and 8 pawns.
The player with the white pieces always goes first.
Chess is a game of pure skill. Success depends on strategy, planning, and experience.