Program Structure

1. Rookie (New | Rating: 0)

Who it’s for:

Absolute beginners with no prior knowledge of chess, ready to explore the game for the first time.

Program Focus:

Introduction to chess basics : how the pieces move, board setup, and fundamental rules
Understanding chess notation.
Simple tactics like check, checkmate, and basic piece exchanges.

Format:

Interactive lessons, games, and exercises to build familiarity with the game.
Hands-on practice with guided play.

2. Dabbler (Basic | Rating: 0)

Who it’s for:

Players who know how to play but want to improve their basic understanding of strategy and tactics.

Program Focus:

Basic opening principles (e.g., controlling the center, piece development).
Introduction to tactics such as forks, pins, and discovered attacks.
Simple endgames (e.g., king and pawn vs. king, basic checkmate patterns).

Format:

Short lessons with plenty of practice games and feedback.
Puzzles and exercises to reinforce tactical understanding.

3. Beginner-1 (Rating: 0-1400)

Who it’s for:

Players with a basic understanding of chess, aiming to improve consistency in their play and get their initial rating.

Program Focus:

Opening theory for common openings like the Italian Game, Ruy Lopez, Sicilian and Queen’s Gambit.
More advanced tactics, including skewers, sacrifices, and mating nets.
Introduction to positional play : how to plan in the middle game.

Format:

Group classes with regular quizzes and puzzle solving.
Weekly practice games with analysis from coaches.

4. Beginner-2 (Rating: 1400-1500)

Who it’s for:

Players starting to develop more structured plans in their games and seeking improvement in both tactical and positional play.

Program Focus:

Opening preparation and understanding opening traps.
Key middle-game concepts : space, material, and initiative.
Advanced endgames : converting small advantages into wins.

Format:

Focused training on middle-game strategy and endgame techniques.
Regular games with peers, followed by analysis.

5. Competent (Rating: 1500-1700)

Who it’s for:

Players who are developing more advanced strategies and are ready to begin competing at a higher level.

Program Focus:

Mastering a core set of openings and responses.
Deeper middle-game strategy : pawn structures, weak squares, and attacking plans.
Advanced tactics and defending difficult positions.

Format:

Tactical drills, deeper analysis of games, and guided tournament preparation.
Focused feedback on individual strengths and weaknesses.

6. Intermediate (Rating: 1700-2000)

Who it’s for:

Serious players looking to sharpen their competitive edge and improve rating performance in tournaments.

Program Focus:

Detailed opening repertoire : preparation for tournament-level play.
In-depth middle-game strategies involving positional play, pawn breaks, and exchanges.
Advanced endgame theory : major piece endgames, queen and pawn, and advanced pawn play.

Format:

Personalized coaching with focus on specific areas of improvement.
Participation in competitive matches with analysis from coaches.

7. Advanced (Rating: 2000+)

Who it’s for:

Experienced and competitive players aiming to refine their technique and prepare for high-level competition.

Program Focus:

Preparation for high-level tournaments : fine-tuning openings, middle-game, and endgame play.
Advanced positional understanding : prophylaxis, creating imbalances, and dynamic advantages.
Deep analysis of classical games, including world champions’ strategies.

Format:

coaching with top-level coaches.
Advanced theoretical discussions and participation in high-level tournaments.

Features Across All Levels:

Progress Tracking : Regular assessments and tracking of improvement, with tailored feedback and goals for each level.
Tournaments and Competitions : Encouraging participation in internal and external tournaments appropriate for each level.
Personalized Training Plans : From Beginner-2 and above, players receive a training plan based on their strengths and areas for improvement.