Stress-Free Chess Camp: Explore Ruy Lopez Opening and Theory for Novice Players
In this, fun four-day camp, beginning chess players will learn theory, strategy, and practice playing the Ruy Lopez. They will improve their chess skill while naturally practicing social skills, life skills, and executive functioning.
Malikai Bass M.A
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursClass Experience
The Ruy Lopez is one of the oldest and most extensively studied openings in the game. It is used heavily by the best chess players in the world (featuring in six games of the world chess championship). It's also fun, fast, and can be played by either color while emphasizing the core principles of the opening to improve players fundamental skills. Therefore, it makes a great starting point for young chess players wanting to begin learning theory or getting more competitive. In this introductory class, we'll learn the history of the Ruy Lopez, learn how to get to the starting position, and explore variants from there. Instruction will focus on the critical ideas and theories behind the opening so young players won't get bored and bogged down by details. On the other side of the board, we'll learn black's options when facing the Ruy Lopez including main lines and unique gambits. Instruction will consist of nearpod, short video clips, analyzing famous games, and practice drills. Students will have the opportunity to implement the strategy during real games in each class. Chess is a research supported way to increase math skills, executive functioning, working memory, focus, and impulse control which benefits students with ADHD and Autistic students. . Practicing these skills in a natural setting allows all students to gain additional support while having fun and engaging with peers. Additionally, the group atmosphere allows students to practice social skills like turn-taking and collaboration and life skills like conflict mediation and handling disagreements. Day 1: Introduction to the Ruy Lopez Day 2: Key Variations For White (Open, Closed, Exchange) Day 3: Playing with the Ruy Lopez (Key Lines and Strategy for both colors) Day 4: Playing Against the Ruy Lopez (Introduction to Gambits) Required Experience: Learners should be able to play chess including knowing the names and movements of the pieces, basic chess skills, and strategy. It is beneficial, but not required, for learners to understand chess notation.
Learning Goals
Learners will learn the history of Ruy Lopez.
Learners will be introduced to the idea of chess theory.
Learners will be able to execute key lines of the Ruy Lopez.
Learners will be able to play against the Ruy Lopez using the Berlin Defense or Arkhangelsk variation.
Learners will understand how to study and add chess openings to their repertoire.
Other Details
Supply List
Learners will need a notebook and pencil.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I've been playing chess for 20 years and teaching online for three. I have taught over 1000 students to play chess online. I believe chess is a tool for life and I focus on using chess to develop natural life and social skills for neurodiverse groups of learners in a natural, supportive, fun, and interest-based setting. Although these classes are ability-based, that is to ease match-making and reduce frustration for learners rather than due to a strict focus on skills progression. Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 10 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-6 learners per class
