The Royal Game. Simple to learn yet tough to master, chess has been played for centuries. It teaches you to think logically, to plan ahead, and to accept the consequences of your actions. A gymnasium of the mind. As former US Champion & IGM Larry Evans (he makes a guest appearance) says, "Chess is food for the brain. It prepares you for life." Chess improves school work and grades. Many studies have proven that kids attain a higher reading level, math level and a greater learning ability as a result of playing chess. For all these reasons and more, chess playing kids do better at school and therefore have a better chance to succeed in life. Chess develops logical thinking, improves concentration, inspires self motivation and teaches independence. Yaz is a popular, articulate player and has a unique gift for making complex strategies easy to understand.

Pro Chess DVD Menu Scene Links Study Segment 1: The Board & It's Properties Three (3) Types of Positions The Four (4) Elements of Chess Seven (7) Basic Principles Elementary Check Mates Classical Opening Three (3) Types of Pins Double Attack Battery Time Count Study Segment 2 How To Find A Plan Weak Pawn Structures Zwischenzug: An in-between move Fianchetto the Bishop Balanced Pawn Structures Pawn Storms & Chains Dutch Stonewall & Pillsbury Attack Dynamic Pawn Stuctures Rooks belong on Open Files Protected & Connected Passed Pawns Study Segment 3: Advanced Pawn Structures Windmill or Seesaw Screened Backward Pawn Pawn Triangle Clearance Pawn Majority Hanging Pawns Quiet Move Overworked Piece Master Pawn Structure Study Segment 4: The Principles of Attack When Ahead in Force, Exchange Pieces Forcing a Pawn Weakness The Hedgehog Defense The Principles of Defense How To Get & Use Space Attack Pawn Weaknesses When Behind in Space Time Advantage Time Disadvantage