How to Attack &
Defend in Chess
sharpen your attacking power
and defensive skills
What You Will Learn
This course is designed for chess players rated between 1200 and 1500 online who want to improve their attacking and defensive skills.
Whether you're looking to sharpen your tactical awareness, enhance your strategic thinking, or improve your ability to defend against strong attacks, this course will give you the essential tools. Through 8 structured lessons, you'll learn the key principles of attacking play, defensive techniques, and how to apply them in real games.
Lesson Plan
| Lesson | Topic | Key Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Lesson 1 | Preconditions of the Attack | Recognizing attacking opportunities |
| Lesson 2 | Attack on the King in the Center | Exploiting an exposed king |
| Lesson 3 | How to Defend: Counter-Attack | Turning defense into offense |
| Lesson 4 | Pawn Attack on the Enemy King | Using pawn storms effectively |
| Lesson 5 | How to Defend: Breakthrough in the Center | Counterplay via central breaks |
| Lesson 6 | Piece Attack on the Enemy King | Coordinating piece attacks |
| Lesson 7 | How to Defend: Attack-Stopping Exchanges | Neutralizing threats through trades |
| Lesson 8 | Most Common Attacking & Defensive Techniques | Practical exercises & game review |
What You Will Gain from this Course:
- What if I miss a class? Don't worry! At the end of each class, every student will receive an email with the session recording and homework. You can study this course at your own pace!
- Master the Art of Attack: Learn how to launch powerful middlegame attacks and break through your opponent’s defenses.
- Apply Tactical & Positional Concepts: Use advanced attacking patterns and strategic plans in your own games.
- Sharpen Your Tactical Vision: Improve calculation skills, piece coordination, and ability to spot winning combinations.
- Defend with Confidence: Develop strong defensive skills, learn how to neutralize attacks, and stay calm under pressure.
- Increase Your Winning Chances: Gain practical skills that will help you win more games, enjoy chess even more, and boost your rating.
- Think Like a Master: Understand key attacking and defensive principles used by strong players and apply them in real games.
- Structured Learning with Practice: Reinforce new concepts with targeted homework exercises after each lesson.
About the Instructor
Viktor Neustroev
I'm Viktor Neustroev, a FIDE Master with a rating of 2305 and a dedicated chess coach passionate about tactics and openings.
Chess has been my lifelong pursuit since the age of 5, and I've progressed from student to coach, constantly learning from both my own experiences and my students. Based in Buenos Aires, I teach chess to children and adults, both online and offline, with most of my students seeing significant ranking improvements.
Notably, I've coached the Siberian girls' under-9 champion and the Hong Kong Junior Champion 2024 in the under-8 category.
My teaching focuses on enhancing critical thinking and applying practical tactics in real games. I provide students with a clear algorithm to improve their play, ensuring they stay focused and confident, even under pressure.
Choose Your Plan
Enroll today and take your attacking & defensive play to the next level. Flexible payment options available!
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the recommended rating range for this course? The course is designed for players with a rating between 1200-1500 online
- The course is designed for players with a rating between 1200-1500 online You'll need a chessboard, a device to access the lessons, and a willingness to practice and improve.
- How is the homework structured? Each lesson comes with a PDF containing exercises related to that week's topics.