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Chess players. My 8yo and I just started playing chess and I need advice on how to play
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:03 am
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:03 am
and help him learn the game.
I've played a few times in my life but don't really understand the how to strategize. I'd like to learn with him and simplify the game to keep him interested.
Any advice on the best way to approach this or am I over thinking it and should just play?
For the record, he enjoys chess and usually is the one who asks to play. I am in no way pushing it on him.
I've played a few times in my life but don't really understand the how to strategize. I'd like to learn with him and simplify the game to keep him interested.
Any advice on the best way to approach this or am I over thinking it and should just play?
For the record, he enjoys chess and usually is the one who asks to play. I am in no way pushing it on him.
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Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:05 am to Stingy
best way to learn is to not strategize...just make moves and note the consequences. it is not necessary to know and employ all any of the named maneuvers in order to enjoy it
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:06 am to Stingy
Honestly, download a chess app and you can practice on there.. And get a basic strategies of chess book.
That's how I learned more than the basics in craps.
That's how I learned more than the basics in craps.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:07 am to Stingy
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I need advice on how to play
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Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:10 am to Stingy
Try teaching him basic traps (forcing the opponent to lose one piece through a check, or by attacking two pieces is common) first. Those will end up becoming small brain teasers as they get harder and require more moves and will become a good foundation.
Very simple stuff at first. Strategy comes later
Very simple stuff at first. Strategy comes later
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:12 am to Stingy
Go to New Orleans and play the guy in the French quarter. You’ll learn how to become a loser real quick
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:13 am to Stingy
Let this guy teach your son. He’s a bit rough around the edges but he’s legit. Whatever you do don’t let him learn from the guys in the park, they are reckless and will end up getting him into trouble, likely at a pivotal point at an important tournament.
But hey, it’s all about the friendships you gain along the way. Winning isn’t everything.
But hey, it’s all about the friendships you gain along the way. Winning isn’t everything.
This post was edited on 3/4/20 at 9:17 am
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:34 am to Stingy
quote:he's 8. you're overthinking it. just play.
am I over thinking it and should just play?
you might want to see if there is a chess club at school; my boy was into that for a bit and had a great experience.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:36 am to Stingy
ChessNetwork on YouTube has the best instructor and very kid friendly. He starts with introduction lessons and has a “beginner to master” set that is perfect for your boy.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:50 am to Stingy
Focus on tactics.
Opening moves are cool and all, but once you get off script, you have to use tactics to win.
Forks, skewers, pins, tempos, fianchettos, rook lifts, castling, en passant, pushing pawns.
These are the types of puzzles that make the game fun.
Make a plan, try to execute, adjust to what the opponent throws at you. Pretty good lessons for life really.
Once it gets to be easy to spot these things, you can progress to anticipating the opponent and incorporating that into your plans.
Then, you can progress to position based chess and thinking more deeply about each move.
But when starting out.
Tactics and endgame.
To use a golf analogy. start with putting and work your way back to the tee.
Hitting a long drive is sexy (opening moves memorization), but chipping and putting (tactics and endgame) is where you make the money.
And remember. It is fun. Have fun.
When it isn't fun anymore. stop for the day. Do something else. Always fun.
Opening moves are cool and all, but once you get off script, you have to use tactics to win.
Forks, skewers, pins, tempos, fianchettos, rook lifts, castling, en passant, pushing pawns.
These are the types of puzzles that make the game fun.
Make a plan, try to execute, adjust to what the opponent throws at you. Pretty good lessons for life really.
Once it gets to be easy to spot these things, you can progress to anticipating the opponent and incorporating that into your plans.
Then, you can progress to position based chess and thinking more deeply about each move.
But when starting out.
Tactics and endgame.
To use a golf analogy. start with putting and work your way back to the tee.
Hitting a long drive is sexy (opening moves memorization), but chipping and putting (tactics and endgame) is where you make the money.
And remember. It is fun. Have fun.
When it isn't fun anymore. stop for the day. Do something else. Always fun.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:53 am to Mahootney
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Forks, skewers, pins, tempos, fianchettos, rook lifts, castling, en passant, pushing pawns
Sounds like we have a lot to learn.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 9:55 am to Stingy
You'll probably get better responses on the Nerd Board you'll find it under Soccer.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 10:01 am to cgrand
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best way to learn is to not strategize...just make moves and note the consequences. it is not necessary to know and employ all any of the named maneuvers in order to enjoy it
I agree. My son is a very good Chess player. He once beat me in about 8 moves with some sort of strategy. Since then, I do the opposite of what move I am considering. It drives him nuts because my moves are illogical.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 10:05 am to Stingy
The best thing you can do to teach your son to be good at chess is to cultivate his love for the game.
Make the games you play positive experiences that are focused on friendly competition. Get him used to winning and losing. The tactics lessons will come with time. You have plenty of time. I’ve played hundreds and hundreds of games in my life. So many, I’ve lost count. But if you ask me what made me good at chess, I can honestly answer it was games played with my Dad and my brother. Over and over. Year after year.
Make the games you play positive experiences that are focused on friendly competition. Get him used to winning and losing. The tactics lessons will come with time. You have plenty of time. I’ve played hundreds and hundreds of games in my life. So many, I’ve lost count. But if you ask me what made me good at chess, I can honestly answer it was games played with my Dad and my brother. Over and over. Year after year.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 10:07 am to cgrand
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best way to learn is to not strategize...just make moves and note the consequences. it is not necessary to know and employ all any of the named maneuvers in order to enjoy it
Yeah like trying to get with a woman...
Posted on 3/4/20 at 10:08 am to Tbonepatron
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Winning isn’t everything.
Uhhhh...yes it is. This is America damnit.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 10:11 am to Stingy
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Chess players. My 8yo and I just started playing chess and I need advice on how to play
This is all you really need to know:
Posted on 3/4/20 at 10:29 am to SSpaniel
frick you for posting a gif of that piece of filth show.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 10:31 am to Mahootney
quote:
Focus on tactics.
Opening moves are cool and all, but once you get off script, you have to use tactics to win.
Forks, skewers, pins, tempos, fianchettos, rook lifts, castling, en passant, pushing pawns.
These are the types of puzzles that make the game fun.
Make a plan, try to execute, adjust to what the opponent throws at you. Pretty good lessons for life really.
Once it gets to be easy to spot these things, you can progress to anticipating the opponent and incorporating that into your plans.
Then, you can progress to position based chess and thinking more deeply about each move.
But when starting out.
Tactics and endgame.
To use a golf analogy. start with putting and work your way back to the tee.
Hitting a long drive is sexy (opening moves memorization), but chipping and putting (tactics and endgame) is where you make the money.
And remember. It is fun. Have fun.
When it isn't fun anymore. stop for the day. Do something else. Always fun.
Quoted for motherfricking truth.
Posted on 3/4/20 at 10:38 am to TigerFanInSouthland
quote:
frick you for posting a gif of that piece of filth show.
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