Chess course: From Opening to Middlegame – teaser

June 8, 2017 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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—– Why this course?

One of the biggest problems many chess players face is that they often fail to realize the transition that occurs between the opening and middlegame stage and end up playing ‘automatic’ moves during this stage. As a result, they get punished for their moves without real purpose.

This course will certainly help you make good progress and it is a must-have if you’re facing problems in this area (opening to middlegame transition).

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