Learn openings by playing the moves.
Pick a line, make the move, get instant feedback, and repeat the positions you miss until the opening is automatic.
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The loop
Active recall at the board.
Videos explain ideas. The trainer builds recall by asking you to play the next move yourself.
Step 1
Choose a line
Start with a recommended variation or pick the opening you already play.
Step 2
Play the move
The board waits for your answer and gives immediate feedback.
Step 3
Repeat weak lines
Missed lines appear more often until the sequence sticks.
Not sure where to start?
Train this three-opening repertoire and you have a practical answer for most club games.
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Pick the next part of your repertoire
Start with the safest path, or browse by the side you need to improve.
Best first opening
London System
A reliable White setup you can use against almost anything.
Against 1.e4
Caro-Kann Defence
Solid structure, clear plans, and fewer early disasters.
Against 1.d4
King's Indian Defence
A fighting setup with the same kingside plan every game.
Play as White
Choose the kind of first move you want to build your games around.
Defend as Black
Pick a dependable answer to the openings you face most often.
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Frequently asked questions
Why repetition beats videos
Watching is passive. Playing the move is what makes it stick.
A week after a video, the moves are gone. Five minutes a day at the board makes the first ten moves of your repertoire automatic.
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