What is the French Defence?

The French Defence is a chess opening with a rich history and distinct strategic ideas. ChessTerra has 581 instructional videos covering every aspect of the French Defence, from move-order basics to grandmaster-level theory.

How do I learn the French Defence?

The best way to learn the French Defence is to study instructional videos from strong players and grandmasters. ChessTerra provides 581 free videos on the French Defence, organised by skill level from beginner to GM level.

Is the French Defence good for beginners?

Many players learn the French Defence at the beginner level because its core ideas are accessible and widely applicable. ChessTerra has beginner, intermediate, and advanced video collections to suit any level.

What are the main variations of the French Defence?

The French Defence has several important variations and sub-lines. ChessTerra's video library covers all major lines, with dedicated opening guide articles for in-depth study.

Which grandmasters play the French Defence?

Many world-class grandmasters have championed the French Defence throughout history and at the modern elite level. ChessTerra's 581 videos include games and analysis from GothamChess, Hikaru Nakamura, Agadmator, Daniel Naroditsky, and more.

French Defence Chess Videos

Sicilian Najdorf | French | Alekhine | Chigorin – GM Yasser Seirawan – 2013.07.17

August 21, 2013 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan presents a lecture to members of the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis,

Effective Development | French Defense – GM Yasser Seirawan – 2013.07.03

August 15, 2013 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan presents an intermediate level lecture at the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis

LIVE Blitz Chess Commentary #242: French Defense

July 5, 2013 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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Stunning Your Opponent in the Advanced French Defense 😲 FM Alisa Melekhina (Chess Openings)

July 3, 2013 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Need more chess openings for White that hold up against the French Defense? GM Jesse Kraai has some

Chess Traps #7: Queen Trap – French Defense: Fort Knox

June 25, 2013 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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Black Shockers – The French Fort Knox – IM Andrew Martin

June 12, 2013 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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IM Andrew Martin Presents: The French Defense, Rubinstein Variation

May 17, 2013 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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LIVE Blitz Chess Commentary #233: French Defense – Advance

May 16, 2013 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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Chess Kibitzing #40: French Defense – Exchange

April 8, 2013 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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Crushing White – The French Defense – GM Damian Lemos and Will Stewart (EMPIRE CHESS)

March 15, 2013 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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