Focuses on how to think rather than what to think, helping players stabilize their performance.
Some users find the older video format and Smirnov’s accent a bit dated compared to modern Chessable or Chess.com courses. Self-Taught Grandmaster
Includes a set of 20 special training tasks and 200 commented games and puzzles designed to automate the thinking algorithms Smirnov teaches. Focuses on how to think rather than what
The course is ideal for who feel stuck and don't know what to study next. It is particularly valuable for "lone wolf" players who prefer a structured curriculum they can follow independently. Self-Taught Grandmaster
Smirnov utilizes his background in psychology and neuroscience to explain how the brain best absorbs chess information and handles tournament pressure. Strengths vs. Weaknesses Systematic Approach