BeginnerDevelop knights and bishops quicklyFight for the centre with pawns or piecesCastle early to keep the king safe

Classical Opening Principles

Learn the basics of opening. The course teaches everything needed to understand the opening principles

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Concepts

3 concepts

01
Rapid Piece Development & TempoopeningBeginner
In the opening every move counts. Bring the knights and bishops out quickly, ideally with threats, and avoid moving the same piece twice without a reason.
1 scenario20 min
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02
Central Control (Pawn vs. Hypermodern)openingBeginner
The centre squares d4, d5, e4 and e5 give pieces the most scope. You can occupy them with pawns (classical) or control them from a distance with pieces (hypermodern).
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King Safety & Early CastlingopeningBeginner
A king left in the centre is exposed once the position opens. Castling tucks it away and connects the rooks.
1 scenario15 min
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