The recent big news is that World Champion Magnus Carlsen has won the 2019 GRENKE Chess Classic, which was held …
WC 2018 Carlsen vs Caruana: Critical Moments, Decision Making, Time Management
Magnus Carlsen won the World Chess Championship 2018 last month, successfully defending his title against the American Fabiano Caruana. All …
The Game of a Genius: The 13-year-old Magnus Carlsen’s Aggressive Play!
Nowadays many chess players face problems when they are playing against stronger opponents – for instance, one who is higher …
The most powerful ideas in chess (part-2)
In the previous article, we’ve been talking about the most powerful chess tips about defense. I’ve told you why many …
15 most powerful chess tips about defense
Today we are going to discuss about an interesting topic: the most powerful ideas or tips in chess. Here we …
Top 5 psychological mistakes in chess
Illustrating chess psychology is quite hard. There is always ‘something’ more than just the game moves. Chess players feel nervous …
Nerves of steel while playing chess (Part-2)
If you live in Malaysia, we may meet soon. 🙂 I plan to visit Malaysia and would gladly meet with …
Nerves of steel while playing chess
How not to feel nervous while playing chess? People usually avoid discussing this topic, although it’s very important. Let’s be …
4 simple ways to deal with time trouble!
Recently, I have received a couple e-mails from my students who are having a hard time dealing with time trouble. …
What obstructs 95% of chess players?
There are literally millions of chess books and tutorials that are available to us these days and all chess learners …
Release of the “Defending Champion” chess course
The day has finally come – today we’ve released our new chess course “Defending Champion”! If you want to strengthen …
RCA chess courses are effective: proven!
Today is the LAST chance for you to grab our special offer in honour of the World Chess Championship match …
20 interesting and funny photos that summarize the World Chess Championship 2016
Before going to the photos, let me remind you that today is the LAST chance for you to grab our …
How the World reacted to Karjakin’s victory over Carlsen (Game-8)?
The 26-year-old challenger from Russia, Sergey Karjakin, draws everyone’s attention after defeating the World Champion Magnus Carlsen in the eighth …
Carlsen-Karjakin Game-8: Karjakin wins, seizes lead
World Champion Magnus Carlsen is down! Sergey Karjakin takes the lead after eight rounds, with 3.5 – 4.5 in his …
Will Karjakin become Russia's Minister of Defense?
I really laughed out loud when I saw this very funny, yet, seems legit, tweet by a chess fan. There …
Breaking chess rules – defying chess strategy
Being a good chess player is not only about following every single chess rule and guideline: it is about understanding …
GM Igor Smirnov answers students’ questions
As you may already know, I conducted a live “Ask Me Anything (AMA) event” on the RCA Facebook page on …
Magnus Carlsen wins a very important game against Anish Giri
My good friend and experienced chess coach Aggelos Kesaris (from Greece) has prepared a nice article for you. This is …
¿CÓMO RENDIR AL MÁXIMO EN EL AJEDREZ? (SEGUNDA PARTE)
¡ NO TE PIERDAS NINGUNA LECCIÓN EN ESPAÑOL ! https://www.facebook.com/Academia-de-Ajedrez-a-Distancia/ Alguien dijo: “Lo que no me …
Chess, Life and Happiness – Summary
About two months ago, we published an article prepared by an RCA student, Luca Valsecchi, and it was called “Chess, …
¿CÓMO RENDIR AL MÁXIMO EN EL AJEDREZ?
¡ NO TE PIERDAS NINGUNA LECCIÓN EN ESPAÑOL ! https://www.facebook.com/Academia-de-Ajedrez-a-Distancia/ ¿Te has preguntado por qué algunos …
Interpretation of chess moves
Some time ago, we published an article about stress during a chess game and lots more. It was prepared by …
Chess, Life and Happiness (Part-2)
This is the second part of the article, “Chess, Life and Happiness”. The author is Luca, an RCA student. If …
The Big Clash: Anand vs Carlsen
This is the second part of the article prepared by IM Saravanan, featuring the first game of the World Chess …
WC 2014 Sochi: Anand vs Carlsen – the Grunfeld Defence
Today, we’ll have a look at the first game of the World Chess Championship Match 2014, Sochi between Vishy Anand and …
World Chess Cup 2015 final: Karjakin vs Svidler – highlights
Today, I’d like to share with you an interesting article prepared by Srikanth G, a professional chess player and a …
The Corner Pawn Attack: a new way to attack in chess
Even though the pawn is the smallest piece in chess, both in size and in power, it is good enough …
Release of my new book – “A Promoted Pawn” – and review from a student
I’m very happy to announce that my new book, A Promoted Pawn: My Chess Journey, has been released today! This …
What can you learn from the 2012 World Chess Championship match between Anand and Gelfand?
I recently watched a chess documentary called “Album 61”. It is about the Anand-Gelfand World Chess Championship 2012 match and …
GM Igor Smirnov AMA event highlights
About a week ago, on 20 July (International Chess Day), I conducted an “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) event on Reddit. …
Special offers on book – final reminder
Let me remind you that today is the LAST chance for you to get my new book Champion Psychology (LINK) …
How to play with or against an isolated pawn?
Before getting into this topic, let us(Remote Chess Academy) ask you a simple question. Have you ever played with or …
Release of my new book – Champion Psychology
NOW is the FINAL reminder for you to sign up for the upcoming webinar, “Press your opponents like Carlsen”, which …
How to get rid of psychological problems? And offers on new book
Let me remind you that my upcoming webinar, “Press your opponents like Carlsen”, will be conducted on Saturday 28 February …
How to press your opponents like Carlsen?
Magnus Carlsen does not require much introduction – his great chess power and tremendous results are well known. The Norwegian …
Champion Psychology – Teaser
In the previous article, I made the announcement that my new book Champion Psychology – A book for future champions …
Happy Valentine’s Day, My New Book and Chess Tactics – Pin
Firstly, I wish you and your loved one a very happy Valentine’s Day. 🙂 Have a joyful day and have …
How To Grow A Champion
Today I’d like to provide some advice on chess training for kids. This will be especially important for both the …
Champion Psychology from the Martial Arts
Chess players feel nervous before and/or during a game. This has a serious influence on your results. In the previous …
Successful Experience
During the last months we’ve been working on developing a new opening course. This work takes all my time, and …
Eastern Style
I just came back from my trip to UAE (United Arab Emirates) and would like to share 1 interesting observation …
What obstructs 95% of players?
There are literally millions of chess books and tutorials that are available to us these days and all chess learners …
The Story of Karjakin
A few days ago the 2012 Chess Olympiad concluded. Armenia won the gold medal and continues to get great results …
International Chess Day
Today, July 20th is the 88th anniversary of the founding of FIDE in Paris, France in 1924. Since 1966, July …
Kasparov’s Webinar
How does a consultation session with Garry Kasparov sound? Unbelievable? A chance you can’t miss? Well, regardless of how you …
Last Chance
Before we move on, let me remind you that it’s the last chance NOW to get my New Course with …
Misguided Techniques
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How to beat a STRONGER opponent?
In the previous lesson, we analyzed the correct attitude and mental approach when facing WEAKER opponents. Now let’s talk about …
How to beat a WEAKER opponent?
People often ask me psychological questions related to chess (not surprising since I’m also a psychologist 🙂 ). One of …
Who becomes a Champion?
Regularly, I receive emails and questions and they, more or less, sound like this: “I study chess almost daily / …
How To Deal With Time Trouble?
Recently, I received a couple e-mails from students who are having a hard time dealing with time trouble. And if …
Join our team!
I have received messages from people who want to study my courses, BUT can’t afford it. It’s such a pity …
The Value Of Chess (Part-2)
Before reading this lesson you may like to review or read the first part. Here it is: LINK In the …
The Value Of Chess
First off, a word of warning: this lesson is NOT for everybody! Instead of giving you answers, I’ll keep asking …
Nerves of Steel (part-2)
First, I’d like to show you the solution to the task I gave you: Now you can download the solution …
The Secret of Success
I constantly receive feedback from my pupils. That’s why I can easily see who gets better results and why. One …
Caution! Maniacs!
I’m sure you have heard something about mad and obsessive people before. Modern chess players share some of these traits. …
Chess TALENT – 3
Recently we discussed chess talent. Also I gave you the task: Black’s turn Now you can download the solution here: …
Chess TALENT – 2
Some time ago I wrote to you about chess talent. There was the definition: You say “chess talent” when you …
Your Chess Goals – 2 (Creativity)
In the previous issue we’ve been talking about your past achievements and future goals in chess. I gave you 3 …
Your Chess Goals
In the end of a year it is time to sum up and to set the new goals for the …
How to make your best in chess? (part-3)
In the previous issue we have been discussing a champion’s psychology. I’ve told you that our brain automatically focuses more attention on problems, on a negative experience.
How to make your best in chess? (part-2)
If you want to improve your psychological skills and to form a champion’s psychology – you should train it.
How to make your best in chess?
Have you ever thought why some players get good progress in chess, while others don’t? Obviously it is not for …
The necessary factor of your progress – 3
Last time I gave you a little task. Were you able to find the right move there? White played 2.Ra1!! …
The necessary factor of your progress – 2
OBJECTIVITY (part 2). Let me give you some examples of personal bias in chess. Please, read carefully; just to ensure …
The necessary factor of your chess progress
In this issue I would like to discuss an important aspect of chess, which can determine one’s success or failure …
