3 times per week)
Attacking chess is a cornerstone of success.
No surprise, all the greatest players in history Kasparov, Tal, Fischer... were also great attackers.
If you want to win games and increase your overall chess level, a deep understanding of attacking chess is a must.
And if you want to master this invaluable skill, you are in the right place!
IM David Fitzsimons will give you the Master's approach to attacking chess.
In week #1, we will learn…
Castling happens in over 90% of chess games.
Needless to say, it is a VERY popular move.
Oddly enough, most players don't pay too much attention to it (knowing how to move the King two squares toward the Rook and passing the Rook over... won't cut it).
Just learn how to attack the Castled King and you'll have a plan in 9/10 games you play!
IM Fitzsimons reveals all the important plans and aspects when it comes to attacking the castled king.
In week #2, we will learn…
Opposite Side Casting is an under-the-radar topic that many aspiring players ignore.
That makes a great opportunity for you to master it and score some hefty wins!
IM Fitzsimons shares his full blueprint for playing & attacking in OSC positions, no matter what your opponent do!
In week #3, we will learn…
Want to master the Middlegame?
Simple. Learn to play the isolani!
Isolated Queens Pawn is the most important positional element to understand.
And that's not only because it arises from many different openings... but also because it offers rich attacking potential for both sides!
IM Fitzsimons gives you a complete masterclass on playing with or against the IQP.
In week #4, we will learn…
Have you ever noticed how IMs and GMs can almost instantly come up with a game-winning plan?
It feels so effortless and natural, that we start thinking... 'I wish I could do that too!'
The secret is simple.
They 'read' the pawn structures. They have a 'library' of plans in their mind associated with each structure and can quickly access it.
IM Fitzsimons will 're-wire' your brain and upload a library of plans associated with IPC and the Hanging Pawns Structure!
In week #5, we will learn…
There is a simple 3-step algorithm when it comes to winning the middlegame...
1. Find a weakness
2. Reposition your pieces
3. Put tons of pressure
And the quickest way to find the weaknesses in your opponent's camp... is to know what to look for!
IM Fitzsimons gives a complete breakdown of weak pawns, as well as shares his exact plans of action for each type of weakness.
In week #6, we will learn…
Have you ever found yourself in a position where you have no idea what to play next?
If you are rated under 2200, the answer is solid 'YES'.
The Minority Attack is a great way to construct a positionally sound setup for yourself, simultaneously creating weaknesses in your opponent's position.
IM Fitzsimons will unlock your positional talent so that when opportunities begin to appear in front of you... you won't miss the chance!
In week #7, we will learn…
Queenside Pawn Majority is one of the most misunderstood concepts in chess.
Some players say it's 'preferable'. Some call QPM 'dangerous' and tend to stay away.
All I can say is... some top GMs made a career out of it.
Want to learn how?
IM Fitzsimons designed a complete roadmap for you, showing when and how to play QPM positions. This will turn in into a 'magnet' attracting all the favorable positions and repelling the bad ones.
In week #8, we will learn…
Some players think that pawns are the soul of chess.
I disagree. Because pawn endings are.
"They decide the fate of the game."
In short, if you're after the biggest shortcut for taking your game to next level and racking up Elo points... this is it.
Study practical endings.
IM Fitzsimons will make you untouchable in the endgame. Instead of hoping that you will 'magically' play your best chess, you will have a commanding confidence over the board.
And this alone will translate into a serious boost, not only in your endgame performance, but also in all other parts of the game.
In week #9, we will learn…
Want to become a real endgame general?
Master the minor piece endgames.
Everything here comes to the fundamental understanding of the knight and bishop.
This is a tough one, but the reward is enormous. Nothing shows a level of a chess player better than their ability to play minor piece endgames.
In other words... overall chess level is proportional to the understanding of the endings.
IM Fitzsimons gives you a complete system for cracking those endgames and playing it nearly on autopilot. Learn it once, and it'll serve you forever!
In week #10, we will learn…