Kingscrusher's Chess Tactics Training - Volume 1

Learn Chess Tactics and Combinations: Puzzle Training to help train Calculation, Visualization and Evaluation Skills

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Kingscrusher's Chess Tactics Training - Volume 1
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Aug 2023
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What you will learn

Be able to fit in tactical training in your schedule. Lectures are usually relatively small but add insight a little bit at a time

Be able to find chess tactics and combinations without a clue of the specific tactical method to help simulate uncertainty in real chess games

Be able to practice visualisation and calculation skills especially on the "play and mate" - like Beth Harmon in the Queen's Gambit Netflix series

Be able to see the philosophy behind tactical combinations to apply to a wider range of positions

Be able to find the most effective solutions for key positions in a variety of different pawn structures

Be able to train from the core foundation course of Kingscrusher the tactical methods recommended

Be able to understand the solutions through Kingscrusher's annotations and general insights

Be able to take takeaway points from each puzzle to apply to a wider range of positions

Be able to appreciate "pawn programming" concept in many examples - pawns don't go backwards - and captures count towards this aspect!

Be able to appreciate "Super-limiting" as proof of "Super-forcing" and work that way around for finding truly forcing moves

Be able to often search the underlying game to see how the positions arose and which openings used

Be able to learn from relatively short instructive and fun "challenge lectures" where you are encouraged to work out the solution as much as possible

Be able to practice core skills including Visualisation, Calculation and Evaluation

Be able to see the real beauty of tactics and combinations

Be able to visualise clearer and clearer if you really try hard to visualise especially the "Play and mates" fully from the earliest challenges.

Be able to practice Magnus Carlsen's Evaluation tip with the "Play and wins" - ensuring your final position visualised is steady for playing from

Be able to practice tactics that involve exploiting pins

Be able to practice tactics that involve decoys and deflections

Be able to practice tactics that involve back row mate related issues

Be able to practice tactics than win material

Be able to practice a variety of mate in x puzzles ranging in difficulty from relatively easy to relatively hard for most club players

Be able to practics tactics that involve X-ray attacks

Be able to practics tactics that involve creating mating nets

Be able to practice tactics that involve quiet key preparatory moves

Be able to practice tactics that involve exploiting loose pieces

Be able to practice tacts that involve exploiting a number of potential downsides of opponent's position

Why take this course?

🌟 Kingscrusher's Chess Tactics Training - Volume 1 🌟

Course Headline: Learn Chess Tactics and Combinations: Puzzle Training to help train Calculation, Visualization and Evaluation Skills

Course Description:

🌍 Step into the Bootcamp Arena: 🌍 Welcome to Kingscrusher's Chess Tactics Bootcamp - Volume 1, your ultimate destination for mastering chess tactics. This course is meticulously designed to elevate your tactical expertise and transform your gameplay. With a treasure trove of 500+ puzzles, each one is crafted to challenge and sharpen your mind, making it an indispensable tool for players of all levels.

πŸ”Ή Two Paths to Mastery:

  • "Play to Mate": Learn the art of checkmate, the ultimate goal in chess. These puzzles will test your endgame prowess and pattern recognition skills.
  • "Play to Win": Broaden your strategic vision beyond checkmate by learning how to gain material advantages, which can often be more effective than a direct assault on the king.

πŸš€ Initial Challenges: Begin your journey with the first 100 challenges in each section, designed to build your confidence and lay a solid foundation for the increasingly complex puzzles ahead.

🀯 "No Pain, No Gain!" πŸ’ͺ Embark on a tactical odyssey that will push your limits and force you to adapt and improve. This course is all about embracing the challenge and turning struggle into strength.

πŸ”₯ Deep Tactical Dive: This bootcamp isn't just about solving puzzles; it's about enhancing your visualization, calculation, and evaluation skills. Each challenge is an opportunity to refine these core competencies, making you a more intuitive and decisive player.

πŸ”„ Endless Learning Potential: Thanks to the course's replayable nature, you can continually test your tactical memory and speed. As you revisit exercises, strive for quicker solutions without compromising on precision. Every challenge is a chance to gain deeper insights into the game and refine your strategic instincts.

🧠 Core Chess Skills: This course is tailored to develop crucial skills such as:

  • Visualization: See the board with clarity, anticipating your opponent's moves and planning ahead.
  • Calculation: Execute complex tactical sequences with confidence, calculating variations swiftly and accurately.
  • Evaluation: Assess positions rapidly, making informed decisions that favor your position.

βš”οΈ Unlock Your Tactical Potential: Kingscrusher's Chess Tactics Bootcamp - Volume 1 is not just a course; it's a journey to tactical excellence. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, this bootcamp will challenge and inspire you to achieve new heights in your chess career.

Ready to become a tactical beast? Let's conquer the board together! πŸ›‘οΈπŸ‘‘

Enroll now and transform your chess game with Kingscrusher's Chess Tactics Training - Volume 1! πŸ“šβž‘οΈπŸ’ͺ

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Our review

🌟 Overall Course Review

The course titled "Chess Tactics Mastery" by KC, also known as Tryfon Gavriel, has received an impressive average rating of 4.60 from recent reviews. Students have praised the course for its engaging content and the instructor's unique ability to make learning chess tactics both enjoyable and thought-provoking.

Pros:

  • Engaging Presentation: The enthusiasm and humor of Tryfon Gavriel bring a lively element to the course, making it an enjoyable experience for learners.

  • Philosophical Approach: KC's philosophical insights and heuristics are highly appreciated by students, who find his approach beneficial in developing good thinking habits for chess players.

  • Comprehensive Content: The course is seen as a comprehensive resource, offering a vast array of tactics training that leaves learners feeling relieved and satisfied upon completion.

  • Real-World Application: The exercises featuring real games between Grandmasters are found to be very interesting and challenging, providing a practical application of the concepts taught.

  • High Production Quality: Professional presentation, along with excellent audio and visual quality, adds to the overall value of the course.

  • Effective Learning: Testimonials indicate that students have seen significant growth in their chess abilities, with some reporting substantial improvements in their ELO ratings.

  • Inspiring Teacher: KC is recognized as a great teacher and a true inspiration for aspiring chess players.

Cons:

  • Pace of Learning: Some learners might find the pace at which tactics are introduced to be fast, potentially requiring additional practice or resources to fully grasp each concept.

  • Advanced Content: While the course is comprehensive, it may be more suitable for intermediate to advanced players who already have a foundational understanding of chess basics.

Student Testimonials:

  • "An enjoyable Chess experience... the enthusiasm and humor of Tryfon Gavriel made learning more pleasant."

  • "KC you are always at your best when philosophical. I love that you find heuristics. I find with my students I am trying to teach good thinking habits for chess players, this course does that splendidly."

  • "Great course! I just completed A Complete Guide to Chess Tactics and was a little depressed it was over, but then came across this massive tactics training volume. I was relieved. Highly recommend this course."

  • "I Love the instructor's enthusiasm and the structure of the lessons - short and sweet and very insightful. Thank you."

  • "The course has helped me develop and grow my chess fundamentals tremendously! My ELO rating improved from 700 to 1170 in a few months, and I'm considering more courses by this instructor."

  • "The best Chess courses on Udemy come from KC. They are the best value for money and are so comprehensive. Fantastic presentation and great audio and visual quality. Professional in every way. He also knows what he’s talking about, after all he is The Kings Crusher."

  • "The chess mates exercises of real games between GM's in section 2 are very interesting AND challenging!"

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