Learn to Play Chess
Make learning chess easy. Master the rules of the game, discover how the pieces move, and practice winning chess tactics to stop blundering and win more matches.
The Basics
Learn how every piece moves, the value of the pieces, and how to defend them from attack.
Start Lesson →Winning Tactics
Discover how to win material using Forks, Pins, and Skewers. Turn a balanced game into a winning one.
Start Lesson →Avoiding Blunders
The fastest way to improve is simply to stop giving away free pieces. Learn how to scan for danger.
Start Lesson →Chess Notation
Learn the language of chess! Master how to read and write algebraic and descriptive notation.
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