I probably should have mentioned that while I ascended quickly in the ratings the result was a combination of watching training videos online and playing lots of games. There is no replacement for practice. At some points it got harder then I always bounced back after many loses. Keep practicing and good luck.
Garry Kasparov MasterClass
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Chesspawn666 Thanks. Still, there is no "review" of the course herein or on chess com. Maybe I should.
https://youtu.be/M5L-blOlAAs New link for free masterclass videos by chessmaster enjoy and please dont forget to like and share
I have found a free version of the Masterclass without the workbook and forum.
Susan Polgar's chess instruction video series takes you from beginner up through advanced in about 300 20-minute lessons, and I find it to be a very clear, well-paced, step-by-step exposition of the essential principles of chess tactics and strategy. The constant pronunciation of 'w' as 'v' even becomes charming after a while.
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i'm surprised you could take the ad serious enough to sign up for it lol
I've watched maybe four hours out of seven and didn't find it useful, and I am far from professional.. He tells us to watch out for pins, and look for discoveries, etc, but doesn't teach thinking, in my opinion.
Adding to the mix, if your library system subscribes to Kanopy.com you can view many chess tutorials for free. I've been watching The Great Courses "How To Play Chess" with Jeremy Silman. In addition the ins and outs of chess, Mr. Silman sprinkles a lot of fascinating history and biography in each lesson. There are 24 videos, some easier to follow than others. YMMV.
If you have Roku or other streaming device you can watch the Kanopy offerings on your TV. Kanopy offers a terrific range of visual materials: documentaries, movies and TV shows. There's a lot of offerings for children.
All the youtube links don't work anymore, if anyone has the link to it anywhere that has the masterclass for free please email it to me: stevechan219@gmail.com.
Thanks!
PawnCabbage, the master class is not available on Youtube. There are only teaser trailers and reviews about the program. In order to get access to this class, you will have to pay for it. For when they were supposably free content, I do not think they were done legally. If anyone finds media that offers free stuff like this while the actual creators charge money, you may want to clarify what exactly is for "free" because it could be piracy.
@BadAmatuer, I'm 1600 here on chess.com (haven't played on the site in a few months) and close to 1800 in lichess.org. I mostly play blitz so I guess that if I applied myself without training I can probably get close to 2000 in lichess and maybe 1800 on chess.com in slower time controls as I have no issue calculating and I enjoy tactical positions. Now, I only mention that to provide context to my opinion. For the record, I started playing in May with a 1200 rating on chess.com and I'm sure I can hit 1700 (blitz) today if I started playing here again. You can check my progression until I stopped playing.
To the point, I think there is value in following a comprehensive training course instead of going through the myriad of information online without knowing if you are focused on the right things. Second, far too many newbies put overemphasis on opening theory and tactics. Those things you learn with practice and you simply need to keep practicing to retain that knowledge or ability. A good training course will focus on other equally important concepts like pawn structure which often get overlooked. No amount of tactics is going to get you to say 2000 because those players won't allow tactical combinations like you see at the lower rating levels. I've seen clips of Kasparov's masterclass and it looks ok but maybe not great. I agree that there is an out of place simult exhibition which frankly I think its a waste of time. I have also seen Anna Rudolf's training course and I like her approach. Either way, there is nothing wrong with a paid training course if you have the money. Another thing I recommend is to follow chess channels on youtube like Matojelic or Agadmator among others because they review games regularly and you can learn a lot from them. I hope this comment helps.