Hochschulsport-Programm

* This offer is bilingual if required. Instructions can be given in German and English.

Course instructor/ photo: Marc Dimmerling

This course is aimed at anyone interested in chess – from beginners to players with some initial experience. In this course, you will gain a basic understanding of the rules, principles and tactics of the game. This includes, amongst other things, the individual pieces with their strengths and weaknesses, what you need to look out for to get off to a good start (opening principles), how to find suitable moves (game objectives & candidate moves), as well as tactical tricks for capturing pieces.
Once you’ve achieved a sound set-up where your pieces aren’t getting in each other’s way, have a strategic overview of the game (winning plan) and generally know the purpose behind your moves, I’d recommend the advanced course.
At the start of each session, there will be short, concise thematic blocks in which I’ll explain the rules simply and quickly; together, we’ll work out what matters in the opening, how to solve simple tactical problems and what your objective on the board is. I’ll incorporate practical examples. As well as the lessons, I’m also open to topics you’d like to learn more about.
Of course, there’ll be plenty of practical play too: you’ll be able to apply what you’ve just learnt straight away in games and test your skills against other course participants.
I look forward to seeing you all!