The Strategy Instructors Volume 2 Open Files, Semi-Open Files & Forepost Chessable

Turn File Control ‘Common Sense’ into Nuanced Expertise That Wins Games

You probably know that controlling an open file is important. After all, an open file is an inroad to the enemy camp and a key to dominating critical squares.

But as you also probably know, controlling an open file isn’t as easy as slapping a rook or queen on it. And how many times have you put so much effort into controlling a file that another part of the board goes haywire?

That’s where The Strategy Instructors come in.

This course is designed to transform superficial knowledge of controlling files into nuanced expertise that you can apply in practical games. And the effect is profound, as you’ll see in the course.

That’s because you’ll quite literally learn the ins and outs of all things related to open files, semi-open files, and foreposts (outposts on open files). The Strategy Instructors systematically cover each of these three topics by dividing them into two main sections:

Tactical Elements – strategic play is only viable if you have the tactics to back it up. That’s why you’ll ‘warm up’ with plenty of tactics exercises revolving around each topic before learning the strategic side

If you can’t find the instant win for Black, it’s time to practice your file tactics!

Strategic Elements – this is the nuanced expertise we’re talking about! You’ll learn:

Why which file is in question matters – yes, there are specific nuances depending if it’s a rook, knight, bishop or central file!
Defensive maneuvers – when your opponent has seized control of a file, you’ll have tools to mitigate or neutralize any threats
Converting file control advantages – you’ve won control of a file – now what? Learn how to fix enemy weaknesses so you can slowly build your advantage and exploit them

Among many more. Quite simply, this is the guide to file-control strategy!

The Dream Team of Chess Instructors

This course is brought to you by two of the most respected chess trainers and authors in the world: Grandmaster Efstravios Grivas and Grandmaster Ramesh RB.

A many-time tournament medalist, FIDE Senior Trainer, and the author of over 100 books and DVDs, GM Grivas wrote the text and compiled the exquisite examples used throughout the course. Presenting the video course is legendary trainer and 2-time British Chess Champion Ramesh RB – perhaps better known as the coach of Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa and other top talents.

Students of The Strategy Instructors: Vol. 1 raved about GM Ramesh’s insightful video walkthroughs, saying it added an entirely new layer to the course. This course delivers the same quality presentation which has come to be his trademark.

Here you have it: one of the most important strategic themes in chess, taught by two of the most sought-after chess instructors in the world. Take advantage of that unique opportunity and see the transformation take place in your games by getting The Strategy Instructors: Vol. 2.