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

This is not a "passive" course. To see results, you must commit to the rigorous practical exercises and repetitive training tasks. 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. To see results, you must commit to the

is a specialized chess training course created by Ukrainian Grandmaster Igor Smirnov . Unlike many courses that focus on specific openings or tactical patterns, this program is designed to be a comprehensive "training system" for players who want to improve without a personal coach. Core Content & Structure Unlike many courses that focus on specific openings

Some users find the older video format and Smirnov’s accent a bit dated compared to modern Chessable or Chess.com courses.