Thanks SlipsterSam. They certainly seem to be legit (based on all the reviews that I have read). The question is more around whether their approach is suitable for a certain individual. It looks you got to be somewhat outgoing to be able to make best use of their community-based approach (and that alone may not work for several people).
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In the interest of chess books, ChessDojo has a whole playlist of review videos on chess books.
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH4lD9b6ZgbfTYQyp72VRBqn3Zl9Fu659&si=btvsQ2nBEnL2_q0y
As few days ago, ChessDojo and ChessHouse released a video to feature how the CD community can use electronic boards on chess.com for live play and practice their over-the-board gameplay.
https://youtu.be/ID8E0Hg7RqM?si=8wycp_-SGOmJrICB
1. The 3 sensei are very accessible via the Discord server as are all other members of the program. Naturally, the kind of response that you get is as much on you as it is on them. If you're active in following the program and helping other members then you can probably safely assume that you'll be treated the same way.
2. Pretty much the same as #1 with this addition. Each time that you graduate from one Dojo rank-based cohort to the next one a sensei reviews one of your games. IMO that alone is worth the very affordable price of the training program subscription.
3. There's guidance in every area. If you can't find it or have questions about it you only have to ask.
4. Finding players at your own level to train with isn't difficult if you make some effort (see #1 above).
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fowgre wrote:
1. The 3 sensei are very accessible via the Discord server as are all other members of the program. Naturally, the kind of response that you get is as much on you as it is on them. If you're active in following the program and helping other members then you can probably safely assume that you'll be treated the same way.
2. Pretty much the same as #1 with this addition. Each time that you graduate from one Dojo rank-based cohort to the next one a sensei reviews one of your games. IMO that alone is worth the very affordable price of the training program subscription.
3. There's guidance in every area. If you can't find it or have questions about it you only have to ask.
4. Finding players at your own level to train with isn't difficult if you make some effort (see #1 above).
Good to see you here fowgre (I recognize you from Dojo). This is a very old thread that I created prior to joining Dojo (10 months ago). Agreed with al you say. I'm now a hardcore Dojo-er!
Hi folks
I’m an adult beginner with ~700 rapid rating. Like most beginners I’m right now overwhelmed with unlimited chess information and resources. I’ve been diligently putting in ~20 hours a week, devoting time mostly to puzzles, games and game analysis (apart from binge watching some GM/IM videos).
Just one month into my chess journey, I already feel lost and I'm looking for a structured program. After some research the two programs that stand out in my mind are chessdojo and International chess school (other suggestions are welcome). Reason these two appeal to me is the emphasis on deep learning, slower games and the somewhat academic style.
While the International chess school looks comprehensive, I feel it’s just way above my level (even 1200’s seem to struggle with it). Not sure if any beginner has had any positive experience with it?
Chess dojo that way is more accommodative of different levels. However, I’m not very clear about a few things and would appreciate input from users of chessdojo:
1. What level of access do you have to the coaches? Specifically, can you send them emails to clarify doubts/ ask questions about your games/progress?
2. They seem to place a lot of emphasis on deep analysis of your games (which I love). However, it seems like they rely on peer reviews of those analysis, and the user feedback seems to be hit or miss (with respect to both quality and quantity of those peer reviews). Thoughts?
3. While they have a structured checklist of things to accomplish at every level, I don’t see anything around how best to utilize your time (i.e. how much time to spend on books/puzzles/playing games/analyzing games/drills etc.). Does someone in their team provide guidance in that area?
4. Looks like they have a community of users that you get to interact with that several users appreciate. However, I'm not entirely clear on this and would love to hear from users. Does that help with finding matching players at your level (which you can in any case get from chess.com as well)? I'm sure I'm missing something on this one....
Thanks!