So! WOULD YOU LIKE TO GET GOOD AT CHESS ? Then the question actually becomes : There are 'plateaus' which you will find that you need to acclimatize yourself with. That's just the way it is, you will get to a certain level and not be able to get further for a little while. The amount of wait depends mainly on how accurately your learning focuses on your specific needs. Beginners can usually be taught to attain an 600-800 (Elo rating*) in about 30 days. Chess players can then be frustratingly stuck around 900-1000 points for years or they can be taught the proper tools they need to progress to higher ratings in less than 6 months. An earnest student will derive terrific satisfaction by following this type of customized instruction. They will benefit greatly by witnessing measurable milestones. Correctly sequenced foundational study is the best way up the chess mountain. Please click on the Elo button below for an explanation of 'Elo Ratings' YOU WILL SEE an increase in your Elo chess ratings very soon if you just keep playing and taking notes. Just don't ever get discouraged. If you are a sore loser, then..... GO PLAY A SPORT WHERE NOBODY EVER LOSES! LOL ; ) ![]() Andrew Lubienski, 300 Kenmore Ave, Edgewater MD 21037 EMAIL: Lubienski@hotmail.com TELEPHONE: (305) 942-3290 © 2009,10,11,12 1/2 Sweet Potato Productions, All Rights Reserved Designed and maintained by webmaster Andrew K. Lubienski | |||