David Navara: Your Calculation Compass: Know When to Calculate

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7/5/2025 – In this video course, Grandmaster David Navara teaches when deep calculation is truly necessary and when simple, solid moves are more effective. Through examples from top-level games, he explains how to recognize critical positions, avoid overcalculating, and use candidate moves and hidden tactics wisely. The course is designed to improve decision-making and efficiency, making it ideal for tournament players aiming to strengthen their practical skills.
In this insightful video course, Grandmaster David Navara shares practical advice on when to calculate deeply in a position — and just as importantly, when not to.
In this insightful video course, Grandmaster David Navara shares practical advice on when to calculate deeply in a position — and just as importantly, when not to.
Free sample video: Introduction
Free sample video: Invisible moves

Your Calculation Compass: Know When to Calculate  

by David Navara

In this insightful video course, Grandmaster David Navara shares practical advice on when to calculate deeply in a position — and just as importantly, when not to.

Free sample video: Introduction

Free sample video: Invisible moves

Using instructive examples from top-level games, you'll learn:
• When simple, solid moves are better than deep calculation
• How to identify situations that require precise calculation
• The importance of candidate moves and systematic analysis
• Common pitfalls like overcalculating or ignoring strategic factors
• The value of intermediate and hidden tactical moves

This video course will sharpen your decision-making and help you save time and energy during games — a must-see for tournament players looking to boost their practical play!


Running time: 1 hours 34 minutes

In this insightful video course, Grandmaster David Navara shares practical advice on when to calculate deeply in a position — and just as importantly, when not to.
In this insightful video course, Grandmaster David Navara shares practical advice on when to calculate deeply in a position — and just as importantly, when not to.
Free sample video: Introduction
Free sample video: Invisible moves

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