Lessons
Learn one rule, then try it yourself.
See all lessons →Free chess lessons · learn at your own pace
Learn chess, step by step.
Start with the board and learn to move, think and checkmate. Thirteen short lessons, animated examples and exercises help you understand each move.
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Puzzles
Spot checkmates, forks and hanging pieces.
Solve a puzzle →Chess bot
Play a complete game and practise your ideas.
Play against the bot →Your route from beginner to your first combinations
Every lesson includes an explanation, a board example and a short exam. Go back whenever you want to review a rule.
For curious beginners, at home or in a group
Children and adults can start without prior chess knowledge. Work through the lessons or choose a topic you want to review. Parents and teachers can find lesson plans and worksheets in our Dutch teacher library.
Lesson plans for teachers (Dutch) · Illustrated chess guides (Dutch)
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