Chess Endgames 1 - Basic knowledge for beginners
Endgame theory constitutes the foundation of chess. You realize this in striking clarity once you obtain a won endgame but in the end have to be content with a draw in the end because of a lack of necessary know-how. Such accidents can only be prevented by building up a solid endgame technique. This is Karsten Müller‘s fi rst DVD and the grandmaster from Hamburg and endgame expert, here lays the foundation for acquiring such a technique. The fi rst part of his training series can be started without any endgame knowledge, only a knowledge of the rules of chess is assumed.
While some people are just learning how to play chess, it is very difficult for clubs and chess associations to meet up again and organize coaching sessions, trainings and analysis’ get-togethers. Luckily, PlayChess.com has the option to create a virtual clubroom online where you can continue coaching!
In this video I explained how to open a virtual room in PlayChess.com from your browser of choice. This way, all of your students can access the same training room and learn the mystical chess teachings you are ready to impart.
The video below guides you through the very first basic steps on how you can teach chess to your students. It also includes the usage of coloured arrows and boxes, an important tool for every serious trainer.
Please keep in mind that you need to have the rank of a Bishop in order to start coaching. Here is the table of the ranking system used on PlayChess.com:
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