Chess Tactics in Grünfeld Def.

The most sharp and decisive variations of the Grünfeld Defense

This course is designed for club and intermediate players, offering a comprehensive look into the theory and practical application of the sharpest and most critical lines of the Grünfeld Defense that arise after the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 d5. It provides in-depth theoretical explanations combined with hands-on training through 350 interactive exercises. Whether you play the Grünfeld as Black or face it with White, this course will enhance your understanding and sharpen your实战 skills.

This course is part of the Chess King Learn series (https://learn.chessking.com/), a revolutionary approach to chess education. The series includes courses covering all aspects of chess — tactics, strategy, openings, middlegame, and endgame — structured by difficulty levels from beginner to professional.

By working through this course, you’ll expand your chess knowledge, discover powerful tactical patterns, and apply what you’ve learned directly in your games.

The program functions as a personal coach, assigning tasks and guiding you through them. If you get stuck, it offers hints, detailed explanations, and even demonstrates strong refutations to common mistakes.

A fully interactive theoretical section complements the practical exercises, explaining strategic ideas and typical plans using real-game examples. Lessons are presented interactively, allowing you to not only read but also play through positions and explore unclear lines directly on the board.

Key Features of the Program:

♔ High-quality, thoroughly verified examples
♔ Required input of key moves as guided by the instructor
♔ Tasks of varying complexity levels
♔ Diverse objectives in each exercise
♔ Instant hints upon making an error
♔ Refutations shown for typical incorrect moves
♔ Ability to play out any task position against the computer
♔ Interactive and engaging theoretical lessons
♔ Clearly organized table of contents
♔ Built-in ELO rating tracker to monitor progress
♔ Customizable test mode with flexible settings
♔ Bookmark favorite exercises for later review
♔ Optimized for tablets and larger screens
♔ No internet connection required
♔ Sync your progress across multiple devices via a free Chess King account (Android, iOS, Web)

A Free Section Is Available
Test the program with a selection of fully functional lessons before unlocking additional topics. This allows you to experience the full functionality of the app firsthand.

Course Content Overview:

1. Tactical Patterns in the Grünfeld Defense
1.1. 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. g3
1.2. 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 d5
1.3. 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 d5 4. cxd5
1.4. 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 d5 4. Nf3
1.5. Other minor variations

2. Advanced Tactical Themes in the Grünfeld
2.1. The 7. Bc4 system
2.2. Setups involving ...Qc7 and ...Rd8
2.3. Tactics arising from the 10... Bg4 variation
2.4. The 7. Nf3 O-O 8. Rb1 system
2.5. Grünfeld with Qd1-b3 by White
2.6. Lines with 6... c5 7. Bb5 and 6... Bg7 7. Bb5
2.7. The 7. Nf3 c5 8. Be3 variation
2.8. Miscellaneous systems
2.9. Model games demonstrating key ideas

What's New in Version 3.3.2

Updated on August 6, 2024:

• Introduced a new training mode powered by Spaced Repetition — combines previously missed exercises with new ones to optimize learning efficiency.
• Added the ability to run tests based on bookmarked exercises.
• Daily goal feature for puzzles — set how many exercises you want to complete daily to maintain peak performance.
• Introduced a daily streak counter — track how many consecutive days you've met your puzzle goal.
• Various bug fixes and performance improvements included.