What is the London System?

The London System is a chess opening with a rich history and distinct strategic ideas. ChessTerra has 1,067 instructional videos covering every aspect of the London System, from move-order basics to grandmaster-level theory.

How do I learn the London System?

The best way to learn the London System is to study instructional videos from strong players and grandmasters. ChessTerra provides 1,067 free videos on the London System, organised by skill level from beginner to GM level.

Is the London System good for beginners?

Many players learn the London System 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 London System?

The London System 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 London System?

Many world-class grandmasters have championed the London System throughout history and at the modern elite level. ChessTerra's 1,067 videos include games and analysis from GothamChess, Hikaru Nakamura, Agadmator, Daniel Naroditsky, and more.

London System Chess Videos

One Move Too Many || Morphy vs Löwenthal (1858)

September 9, 2020 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Start the Morphy Saga here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EV-bSA0RHGI Get Barnes Merch here https://teespring.com/honor-the-barnes This is the story of

A Turning Point or… || Löwenthal vs Morphy (1858)

September 9, 2020 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Link to article https://fide.com/news/729 Start the Morphy Saga here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EV-bSA0RHGI Get Barnes Merch here <a href="https://teespring.com/honor-the-barnes"

Introduction to the Dutch Defense · Chess Openings

September 4, 2020 NHaselton Hanging Pawns

The Dutch Defense is one of the most fun, aggressive and versatile opening choices for black against 1.d4.

Fool Me Twice, Shame on Me || Morphy vs Löwenthal (1858)

September 3, 2020 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Link to article https://chessbase.in/news/The-internet-controversy-between-India-and-Russia-in-Olympiad-finals Start the Morphy Saga here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EV-bSA0RHGI Get Barnes Merch here <a href="https://teespring.com/honor-the-barnes"

Steinitz: The Original World Champion | Road to 2000 – NM Caleb Denby

September 3, 2020 NHaselton Chess Lectures

National Master Caleb Denby looks at games from the first world chess champion Wilhelm Steinitz. See a game

8 Years Waiting for Revenge || Morphy vs Löwenthal (1858)

September 2, 2020 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Start the Morphy Saga here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EV-bSA0RHGI Get Barnes Merch here https://teespring.com/honor-the-barnes This is the story of