GREAT FIRST OPENING
01 / THE ESSENTIALS1. d4 d5 2. Bf4
For whiteBeginner
The London System
Build a dependable setup with active pieces and a clear plan. A welcoming place to start your repertoire.
THE OPENING LIBRARY
Every opening. One place.Find your next opening.
A first move. A clear plan. Explore the ideas behind every opening in our library.
6 openings to explore
THE CLASSIC
02 / THE ESSENTIALS1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5
For whiteIntermediate
The Ruy Lopez
Discover the Spanish Opening. Develop naturally, put pressure on the center, and build a lasting initiative.
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SOLID & RELIABLE
03 / THE ESSENTIALS1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5
For blackBeginner
The Caro-Kann
Meet 1.e4 with a resilient pawn structure. Learn how patient development creates opportunities for counterplay.
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PLAY FOR THE WIN
04 / THE ESSENTIALS1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6
For blackIntermediate
The Sicilian Defense
Challenge White from move one. Explore an unbalanced center and the active ideas behind this fighting defense.
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POSITIONAL PLAY
05 / THE ESSENTIALS1. d4 d5 2. c4
For whiteBeginner
The Queen’s Gambit
Offer a pawn to challenge the center, find natural squares for your pieces, and learn the art of positional play.
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COUNTERATTACK
06 / THE ESSENTIALS1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6
For blackIntermediate
The King’s Indian
Let White take the center, then challenge it. Get comfortable with the fianchetto and well-timed pawn breaks.
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