KCF: Guest Star Elisabeth Pähtz

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2/28/2025 – KCF Academy is thrilled to announce an upcoming live lecture featuring IGM Elisabeth Pähtz, on March 2, 2025. As Germany's strongest female chess player, Elisabeth will be with us at KCF Academy immediately after Women FIDE Grand Prix in Monaco and will share her insights freshly after the event. She is a highly-intelligent individual with a diverse range of interests, including writing and teaching. Don't miss this encounter with her.
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Add to Your Calendar: March 2nd, 2025, 18:00 CET.
How to register: visit www.kcfacademy.org to enroll.

GM Elisabeth Pähtz [pronounced PAYths], a former World Youth Chess Champion, has been a powerful force in international chess for decades. Known for her deep strategic understanding and dynamic playing style, she has represented Germany in numerous Chess Olympiads and has won many titles in both classical and rapid formats.

This exclusive event offers participants a unique opportunity to learn from Pähtz's strategic expertise and gain valuable perspectives on advanced gameplay techniques. She will reveal the secrets of power play in modern women chess. Whether you're an aspiring player or a seasoned enthusiast, this lecture promises to enhance your understanding of the game.

Registration is required to attend this live lecture. Please visit the KCF Academy's official registration page at https://www.kcfacademy.org/register/ to sign up. Ensure your spot in this enlightening session and take advantage of the opportunity to interact with GM Pähtz during the live Q&A segment.

Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your chess skills with guidance from one of the game's prominent figures. Secure your place today and prepare to delve deeper into the world of chess mastery.

Why It’s Never Too Late to Join the KCF Academy Training Course

If you haven’t enrolled in the KCF Academy training course yet, there’s no need to worry - it’s never too late to join! The Academy’s structure is designed with flexibility in mind, ensuring that students can seamlessly integrate into the program at any point. Here’s why:

  1. Access to Recorded Lectures: Every live lecture, including Kasparov’s January 26 session, is recorded and made available to enrolled students. This means that even if you join after the event, you can still benefit from the full depth of his teachings, revisiting the material at your own pace.

  2. Comprehensive Curriculum: The KCF Academy’s training course is meticulously crafted to cover all aspects of chess improvement, from opening theory and middlegame tactics to endgame mastery. Each module is self-contained, allowing new participants to pick up where they’re most comfortable and gradually build their skills.

  3. Interactive Learning Environment: In addition to the recorded content, students have access to live sessions, interactive workshops on Thursdays, and Q&A opportunities with top instructors. This dynamic approach ensures a rich learning experience, regardless of when you join.

Enroll at https://kcfacademy.org

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