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Basic Checkmates and More

Basic Checkmates and More

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Do you know the basics of chess, but want to get better?

Do you want to learn new checkmating ideas? Do you want to increases your ability to deliver checkmates in your own games? Then this is the course for you! This module was designed to help you practice winning checkmates as well as other key tactics. Start checkmating your opponents today!

Here is what you will learn:

  • Learn common checkmate patterns!
  • Learn how to destroy your opponent's kingside defenses!
  • Learn how to use Zugwang and Kamikaze tactics to checkmate your opponents! 
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See Through

Black to play.
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King in the Open

White's lead in development is the important factor.
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Three's the Charm

How can White hold a draw?
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Basic Checkmates and More

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77 Lessons
No Videos
88 Challenges
Released 12/7/2007

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