How to: Play Killer Chess (In An Evening)

Summary:

For competitive dads, and the rest of us, a two-hour speed-learning chess workshop, taught by International Master Malcolm Pein, for those who play on their nerves and need to learn some proper moves.

Description:

Do you have a chess mind without knowing it? Do you know how to play, but haven’t played for years? Are opening moves a closed book? And would you like to improve, but haven’t the time to learn? Then this two-hour speed-learning workshop is designed for you. All aspects are covered – Openings, Middle and Endgames – and you’ll progress quickly from fundamental principles, through to tactics, combinations and strategic awareness. Your game will improve as the lesson progresses, and you’ll walk away with a new-found enthusiasm and ability to win games you would previously have lost. You’ll also be provided with a worksheet of further exercises and details on ways to continue your progress towards killer chess.

Malcolm Pein
Malcolm Pein is a chess International Master, author, tournament organiser and journalist. Malcolm has been the chess correspondent for the Daily Telegraph for over 20 years and in that time has produced over 6,000 columns. Malcolm is also the Executive Editor of CHESS Magazine, the UK’s number one chess magazine as well as Director of Chess in Schools and Communities which is a UK charity whose aim is to improve children's educational outcomes and foster their social development by introducing them to the game of chess in schools and inner city communities. The charity currently provides free equipment and weekly coaching sessions in over 200 schools across the country. Malcolm is also the organiser of the UK’s largest chess event, the London Chess Classic held annually at Earls Court Olympia which features a tournament of the world’s best players held alongside a festival of events for players of all standards.

Summary:

For competitive dads, and the rest of us, a two-hour speed-learning chess workshop, taught by International Master Malcolm Pein, for those who play on their nerves and need to learn some proper moves.

Description:

Do you have a chess mind without knowing it? Do you know how to play, but haven’t played for years? Are opening moves a closed book? And would you like to improve, but haven’t the time to learn? Then this two-hour speed-learning workshop is designed for you. All aspects are covered – Openings, Middle and Endgames – and you’ll progress quickly from fundamental principles, through to tactics, combinations and strategic awareness. Your game will improve as the lesson progresses, and you’ll walk away with a new-found enthusiasm and ability to win games you would previously have lost. You’ll also be provided with a worksheet of further exercises and details on ways to continue your progress towards killer chess.

Malcolm Pein
Malcolm Pein is a chess International Master, author, tournament organiser and journalist. Malcolm has been the chess correspondent for the Daily Telegraph for over 20 years and in that time has produced over 6,000 columns. Malcolm is also the Executive Editor of CHESS Magazine, the UK’s number one chess magazine as well as Director of Chess in Schools and Communities which is a UK charity whose aim is to improve children's educational outcomes and foster their social development by introducing them to the game of chess in schools and inner city communities. The charity currently provides free equipment and weekly coaching sessions in over 200 schools across the country.