Guide to Draws in Chess
Understand stalemate, repetition and other chess draw rules, then learn practical ways to save difficult positions with illustrated examples.
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Basic Checkmates for Beginners
Learn basic checkmates with two rooks, a king and queen, and a king and rook. Use restriction, king barriers and waiting moves while avoiding stalemate.
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Chess Opening Principles for Beginners
Learn the three essential opening principles: fight for the center, develop your pieces, and make your king safe. Explore practical opening choices for White and Black, understand central pawn breaks, and learn how to prevent Scholar’s Mate without relying on memorized moves.
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How to Evaluate Captures in Chess
Attackers, defenders, batteries and safe squares By GM Ulvi Bajarani Knowing how the pieces move tells you which captures may
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How to Prepare for Your First Chess Tournament: A Practical Checklist
Prepare for your first chess tournament with practical advice on choosing an event, practicing with a clock, understanding essential procedures, and packing for the day. A checklist for adult beginners and parents helping children get ready to compete.
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Chess Time Controls Explained: Bullet, Blitz, Rapid and Classical
Understand bullet, blitz, rapid, and classical chess, including increments, delays, and differences between tournament and online classifications. Learn how to read clock settings and choose a time control that supports your practice and improvement.
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60 Instructive Wins by Bajaranis: Lessons from Ulvi and Ilgar Bajarani
Grandmaster Ulvi Bajarani and International Master Ilgar Bajarani share 60 annotated tournament victories, with lessons in calculation, planning, strategy and tactics for competitive players.
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How to Play Chess: A Beginner’s Guide to Rules and Piece Moves
Chess is a two-player game in which each side begins with 16 pieces. White move first, and the players take
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7 Ways Chess Helps Children Practice Thinking Skills
What are the benefits of chess for kids? A chess lesson gives children opportunities to study a position, compare choices,
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How to Find the Right Chess Coach: A Comprehensive Guide
Find a chess coach who suits your goals, playing level, and budget. Learn how to assess teaching experience, compare lesson formats, recognize warning signs, and ask useful questions before choosing coaching for yourself or your child.
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