Dynamic Decision Making: Master the Critical Balance Between Risk and Reward
We are excited to present Dynamic Decision Making, a new digital course by GM Davorin Kuljasevic, based on his March 2025 Tactical Thursday lectures. This course takes a deep dive into one of the most vital and practical skills in modern chess—how to create, assess, and execute dynamic decisions, especially under pressure.
This is the fifth course in GM Kuljasevic’s Tactical Thursday training series, following:
1️⃣ Typical Calculation Mistakes
2️⃣ Structured Calculation – Master the Ply Theory
3️⃣ Advanced Calculation Techniques
4️⃣ Calculation in Attack and Defense
Each course builds progressively toward developing a complete and flexible calculation method. If you’ve followed the series so far, Dynamic Decision Making will add a new and essential dimension to your thinking: how and when to initiate sharp play and how to balance risk and reward.
Course Structure
This course is divided into two main sections, each focusing on a unique facet of dynamic play.
1️⃣ Dynamic Decision Making
Dynamic play is the lifeblood of modern chess. But when exactly should you go dynamic? In this section, GM Kuljasevic explains:
♟ Now or Never – Recognize critical moments when one dynamic move changes everything
♟ Changing the Pace – Learn when it’s time to switch gears from quiet play to aggression
♟ Grey Areas – Understand how to evaluate dynamic decisions with unclear or risky outcomes
♟ False Activity – Avoid traps of fake dynamism that look promising but collapse under scrutiny
Through instructive examples and explanations, you’ll develop a clearer sense of when dynamic play is warranted—and when it's a trap.
2️⃣ Dynamic Pawn Play
Pawns may be static by nature, but they are often the most powerful agents of dynamic transformation on the board.
In this section, GM Kuljasevic introduces three critical patterns of dynamic pawn use:
♟ Tactical Pawn Breakthroughs – When a pawn sacrifice breaks open the position due to lack of space
♟ Pawn Breaks from Optimal Piece Positions – When your pieces are ready, the pawn strike seals the deal
♟ Clearance Sacrifices – Giving up a pawn not for material gain, but for square control or tactical access
This part of the course is ideal for players who want to learn to play more actively, make better use of their pawn structure, and recognize hidden dynamics in seemingly quiet positions.
A Complete Tactical Training Experience
This is not just another tactics course—it’s a decision-making clinic. You will learn how to:
✅ Evaluate dynamic options and choose the right moment to strike
✅ Navigate sharp, complex positions with confidence
✅ Use your pawns as strategic and tactical tools
✅ Avoid over-pressing or mistimed activity
What’s Inside?
🎥 6+ Hours of Video Lectures with GM Kuljasevic
📁 Full PGN Database – All examples and exercises included
🧩 Concept Breakdown – Structured around clear decision-making patterns
♟ Interactive Test Positions – Train your instincts and calculation under dynamic conditions
Whether you love sharp play or want to become more comfortable in it, Dynamic Decision Making will help you develop the right instincts and courage to play dynamically when it matters most.
Dynamic Play is Not Optional—It’s a Skill You Can Train.
Let GM Kuljasevic guide you through this essential part of your chess development.