Hochschulsport-Programm

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

Kursleitungen/ Fotos: Marten Treichel

This course is aimed at all chess enthusiasts – from complete beginners to players with some prior experience. In this course, you will gain a solid understanding of the fundamental rules, principles, and tactics of the game. Among other things, we will cover the individual pieces with their strengths and weaknesses, what to pay attention to in order to get a good start (opening principles), how to find suitable moves (game plans & candidate moves), as well as tactical ideas for winning material.
If you are already able to develop your pieces harmoniously without them getting in each other’s way, maintain a strategic overview of the game (game plan), and generally understand the purpose behind your moves, I recommend joining the intermediate/advanced course.
At the beginning, I plan to include 30-minute themed sessions in which we will work together on key topics – for example, what matters in the opening or solving tactical puzzles – to help you improve your game in a targeted way. I will incorporate practical examples from your own games. In addition to the planned lessons, I am also open to topics you would like to explore in more depth.
Of course, practice will not be neglected: in games, you will be able to apply what you have learned and compete with other participants. And to reach our desired “level of tan,” we may also play outside in good weather.
I’m looking forward to seeing you!
About me: My name is Marten, I work as a social worker and studied Social Work at Fulda University of Applied Sciences. I have been passionate about chess since childhood: I started playing against my grandfather and father at the age of seven. In both primary and secondary school, I attended the chess club and, in my final year, led the school chess group. During that time, I also participated in various chess tournaments.
In addition to playing with friends, I keep myself sharp through online chess. In 2023, I regularly attended the Kitzingen Chess Club. Since the summer semester of 2023, I have been leading a beginner’s chess course in university sports – with a short break during the winter semester 2024/2025.