Chess 101
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4 sessions
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This series ended on August 16, 2024. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.
About
In this series, we will cover the basics of chess through interactive sessions, from learning how the pieces move to successfully implementing the key principles of the opening.
You do not need any prior knowledge and are not required to have a physical chess board -- our practice will be done on screen!
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Schedule
✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY
You are free to attend whichever sessions you think you will find most helpful to you!
SESSION 1
26
Jul
SESSION 1
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Fri 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM UTCJul 26, 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM UTC
Today, we will cover the basic rules of the game:
- How to set up a chess board
- Naming the squares on a chess board
- The movements and significance of each piece
- How to check and checkmate
SESSION 2
2
Aug
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Fri 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM UTCAug 2, 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM UTC
We will learn how to successfully implement key strategies in the opening of a chess game:
- Developing your pieces
- Controlling the center
- Protecting your king
- Keeping your opponent's power in check
- We will play a group game against a computer opponent
SESSION 3
9
Aug
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Fri 8:30 PM - 9:15 PM UTCAug 9, 8:30 PM - 9:15 PM UTC
Today, we will practice tactics using puzzles and formulate strategies in certain positions!
SESSION 4
16
Aug
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Fri 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM UTCAug 16, 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM UTC
We will cover simple yet effective book opening moves and their responses for the white and black pieces.