Join us in this exclusive interview with Grandmaster Pavel Eljanov, the acclaimed chess strategist and instructor, as we delve into the intricacies of the Caro-Kann Defense. Pavel has crafted a comprehensive four-part video course titled "My Caro-Kann," offering a full repertoire for Black in this classic opening.
In this insightful conversation, we explore the most crucial strategic and tactical elements of the Classical Variation of the Caro-Kann, focusing on the sequence 1.e4 c6 2.d4 d5 3.Nc3 dxe4 4.Nxe4 Nf6. GM Eljanov sheds light on key positions, shares his expert analysis, and reveals the subtleties that can make or break a game at the highest levels.
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My Caro-Kann - Part 4 (2h and 40min Running Time)
My Caro-Kann - Part 3 (2h 40min Running Time)
My Caro-Kann - Part 2 (2h 15min Running Time)
My Caro-Kann - Part 1 (1h 45min Running Time)
Join renowned French psychologist Richard Buono and Grandmaster Grigor Grigorov as they delve deep into the world of dissociation and its transformative potential for chess players. In this enlightening discussion, they explore:
✔ Before the Tournament: Learn how pre-tournament dissociation can alleviate anxiety and set the stage for peak performance.
✔ During the Game: Discover techniques to harness the power of dissociation to maintain focus, prevent emotional overwhelm, and execute strategic brilliance.
✔ After the Game: Understand the role of post-game dissociation in processing, reflecting, and extracting valuable insights from each match.
Whether you're an aspiring player or a seasoned professional, this video offers groundbreaking psychological insights to elevate your game. Dive in and discover the untapped reservoirs of your chess mind!
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Dissociation - (PDF file)
Designed to help you master one of the oldest and most respected chess openings, this live discussion will not only explore GM Cheparinov's expert recommendations but also analyze how recent games, such as the thrilling World Championship match between GM Ian Nepomniachtchi and GM Ding Liren, have shaped the evolution of the Ruy Lopez.
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Play the Ruy Lopez - Part 2 (4.5+ Video Running Time)
Play the Ruy Lopez - Part 1 (6h 40 min Running Time)
This is the second and final part of Black's repertoire against the Scotch Gambit. In this video, Roiz examines White's most challenging options.
This video is also part of the course Expert Repertoire against the Italian - Part 1. You can find this course at the Modern Chess website.
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Expert Repertoire against the Italian - Part 1 (2h and 15min Running Time)
In this video, GM Michael Roiz shows Black's most precise way of dealing with the Scotch Gambit. This video is part of the course Expert Repertoire against the Italian - Part 1. You can find this course at the Modern Chess website.
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Expert Repertoire against the Italian - Part 1 (2h and 15min Running Time)
Are you a fan of the Catalan Opening in chess? Then you won't want to miss this in-depth lecture by Grandmaster Petar Arnaudov. In this informative video, GM Arnaudov shares his expert insights on the most important pawn structures every Catalan player should know.
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Expert Repertoire against the Catalan (7h and 15 min Running Time)
Dynamic Anti-Catalan Repertoire
Workshop - Catalan Opening - Pawn Structures, Tactical Ideas, Endgames, and Theoretical Trends
Modern Repertoire against the Catalan
Ambitious Repertoire against the Catalan
Complete Repertoire against the Catalan
Play The Catalan - Complete Repertoire for White - Part 3
Play The Catalan - Complete Repertoire for White - Part 2
Play The Catalan - Complete Repertoire for White - Part 1
GM Repertoire against the Catalan
In this lecture from the camp "Catalan Opening - Pawn Structures, Tactical Ideas, Endgames, and Theoretical Trends" GM Grigor Grigorov explains the typical Catalan endgames that you should know.
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Expert Repertoire against the Catalan (7h and 15 min Running Time)
Dynamic Anti-Catalan Repertoire
Workshop - Catalan Opening - Pawn Structures, Tactical Ideas, Endgames, and Theoretical Trends
Modern Repertoire against the Catalan
Ambitious Repertoire against the Catalan
Complete Repertoire against the Catalan
Play The Catalan - Complete Repertoire for White - Part 3
Play The Catalan - Complete Repertoire for White - Part 2
Play The Catalan - Complete Repertoire for White - Part 1
GM Ioannis Papaioannou is giving a free lecture!. The topic is Repertoire for White after 1.d4 Nf6 2.Nf3 d5. The lecture will last 90 minutes.
So far, Papaioannou made three 1.d4 camps:
1) Understand the Torre Attack
2) 1.d4 Nf6 2.Nf3 e6 3.Bg5 - Complete Repertoire for White
3) Universal Solution to Philidor, Modern, and Pirc
Together with the upcoming camp on 1.d4 d5 2.c4, this free lecture will complete your 1.d4 repertoire.
This video provides detailed theoretical coverage of Round 14 of the FIDE Candidates 2022.
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Complete Guide to the Ruy Lopez Exchange Structure
This video provides detailed theoretical coverage of Round 13 of the FIDE Candidates 2022.
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Classical Sicilian - Expert Repertoire for Black (Approx 15h Running Time)
Understand the Scotch Game (9h Video Running Time)
Understand the Classical Sicilian (7.5 Hours Running Time)
Workshop - Catalan Opening - Pawn Structures, Tactical Ideas, Endgames, and Theoretical Trends
Complete Najdorf Repertoire for Black - Part 1