CHESS COACHING SUMMER CAMP MAY 2024

We are pleased to inform you about the Chess Summer Camp we are having in May 2024.

Please do enroll if you would be interested in learning the royal game of Chess.

Thank You!

Nagesh (FIDE Instructor and Arena International Master)

Benefits of Chess

Unlocking the Mind: The Profound Benefits of Chess for Kids

Chess, the ancient game of strategy, is more than just a pastime. For kids, it offers a plethora of benefits that extend far beyond the confines of the chessboard. Let's delve into seven compelling reasons why every child should embrace the noble game of chess:

1. Critical Thinking Skills: Chess teaches kids to think critically and strategically. Every move requires careful consideration of future consequences, fostering invaluable problem-solving abilities.
2. Patience and Concentration: Success in chess demands patience and concentration. By honing these skills, children learn the importance of focus and perseverance, qualities that translate to academic and personal success.
3. Decision-Making Abilities: In chess, players must make decisions under pressure, often with limited information. This helps children develop sound decision-making abilities, a vital skill for navigating life's challenges.
4. Memory Enhancement: With its intricate rules and myriad possibilities, chess is a fantastic exercise for the memory. Regular play strengthens memory retention and improves cognitive function.
5. Creativity and Imagination: While rooted in logic, chess also encourages creativity and imagination. Kids learn to envision multiple outcomes and devise innovative strategies, fostering their creative thinking skills.
6. Sportsmanship and Respect: Chess instills values of sportsmanship and respect. Whether in victory or defeat, children learn to gracefully accept outcomes and respect their opponents—a lesson with far-reaching implications.
7. Social and Emotional Development: Chess is a social game that promotes healthy competition and camaraderie. Through friendly matches and tournaments, kids develop social skills, empathy, and emotional resilience.
   In a world increasingly dominated by screens and distractions, the timeless game of chess stands as a beacon of intellectual stimulation and personal growth. So, let's encourage our children to embrace the chessboard, where each move holds the promise of unlocking new horizons of the mind.

Happy New Year 2024

Dear Students, Parents, Well-Wishers,
Best Wishes for a Happy New Year 2024. May all your Chess Goals be achieved.
from Nagesh Chess Academy 

3 Strongest Chess Moves: CCT (Check, Capture, Threat)

3 Strongest Chess Moves: CCT (Check, Capture, Threat)

HOW TO PLAY ONLINE ON LICHESS

HOW TO PLAY ONLINE ON LICHESS

1. Open "www.lichess.org" in your Internet Browser.
2. Menu --> Click on "PLAY"
3. Click on "Quick pairing"
4. Click on the button "10+0 Rapid"
5. You will be paired with some other player, good luck for the game!

TACTICS PRACTICE on LICHESS

Practicing Tactics is one of the best ways to improve your Tournament Results.
Below are the Links in Lichess portal for Tactics Practice.

1. Basic Tactics - here you can practice various positions of Checkmates, Basic Tactics, Intermediate Tactics, Pawn Endgames & Rook Endgames.

2. Puzzles - here several positions are displayed in which you can solve the Tactics. Set the Difficulty level to "Easiest" to start with.

Click here to find Tactics based on Theme.

3. Puzzle Streak - solve progressively harder puzzles to build a winning streak.

4. Puzzle Storm - solve Tactics with a Time Control.

5. Puzzle Racer - this is a fun game mode in which you compete with other players to solve Tactics as fast as possible.

6. Puzzle Dashboard - analyze your progress in working on Tactics.

HOW TO PRACTICE Coordinates ON LICHESS

HOW TO PRACTICE "Coordinates" ON LICHESS

1. Menu --> Hold your Mouse on "LEARN".
2. Click on the third option under this "Coordinates".
3. Click on "Find square", Click on the White King icon.
4. Click on "START TRAINING".
5. Click on the squares whose name is displayed on the screen and measure your score.

Shortcut to Coordinates, Click Here