Theory and key strategies in the most critical and decisive lines
Designed for club and intermediate players, this course covers both theory and essential strategies in the sharpest and most decisive variations of the Sicilian Defense arising from 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 Nc6. It explores the Lasker Variation, Paulsen Variation, Labourdonnais Variation, Simagin Variation, and Boleslavsky Defense. The course offers a thorough theoretical and practical analysis of current variations with 300 illustrative examples. Reinforce your understanding with numerous new exercises: 300 practice problems across all variations following 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 Nc6.
This program is part of the Chess King Learn series (https://learn.chessking.com/), representing an innovative approach to chess instruction. The series includes courses in tactics, strategy, openings, middlegame, and endgame, categorized by skill level from beginner to advanced, including content for professional players.
This course will help you expand your chess understanding, discover new tactical ideas and combinations, and apply your knowledge in practice.
The software serves as a personal coach, assigning problems and providing assistance when needed. It offers hints, detailed explanations, and demonstrates effective refutations for common errors.
An interactive theory section explains gameplay methods for specific stages using practical examples. This interactive format allows you to not only read lesson content but also practice moves on the board and explore unclear positions.
Program features:
♔ High-quality examples, all verified for accuracy
♔ Requirement to input all key moves as directed
♔ Multiple difficulty levels for exercises
♔ Diverse objectives to achieve in problems
♔ Hint system for incorrect moves
♔ Refutations demonstrated for typical errors
♔ Ability to practice any position against the computer
♔ Interactive theoretical lessons
♔ Organized table of contents
♔ ELO rating tracking during learning
♔ Customizable test mode
♔ Bookmarking capability for favorite exercises
♔ Tablet-optimized display
♔ Offline functionality
♔ Sync progress across multiple devices (Android, iOS, Web) with free Chess King account
The course includes a free trial with fully functional lessons. These allow you to evaluate the application before purchasing additional content:
1. Chess Tactics in Sicilian Defense II
1.1. Lasker variation
1.2. Sozin attack
1.3. Paulsen variation
1.4. Labourdonnais variation
1.5. Simagin variation
1.6. Boleslavsky defense
1.7. Other variations
2. Sicilian Defense - theory
2.1. The system with 2. c3
2.2. The systems with e7-e5
2.3. Paulsen system
2.4. Closed system
2.5. Moscow variation 2. Nf3 d6 3. Bb5
2.6. Rossolimo variation 3. Bb5
2.7. Chelyabinsk variation
2.8. Other variations
What's New in the Latest Version 3.3.2
Last updated on Aug 7, 2024
* Added Spaced Repetition training mode - blends missed exercises with new ones for optimal puzzle selection.
* Added bookmark-based test launching.
* Implemented daily puzzle goals - set your target exercise count to maintain skills.
* Added daily streak counter - tracks consecutive days of completed goals.
* Various fixes and improvements