Openings

The Reti Opening, named after the Grandmaster Richard Reti, is a flexible and highly strategic choice that begins with the move 1. Nf3. This opening reflects a key principle of modern chess: controlling the center with pieces rather than pawns.  Strategic Ideas Behind the Reti Opening Central Control from a DistanceThe Reti embodies the hypermodern […]

The Italian Opening is one of the oldest and most well-known chess openings. It’s a great opening for beginners and advanced players alike and it can be played in a more solid style or a more aggressive style depending on what you like! Some key themes in the Italian Game (that you’ll see shown in