Chess is a complex game, but a logical one. This course is a serious attempt to interpret the patterns and observations accumulated over years of study into concrete rules and principles. These newly discovered rules and principles should reshape the way you think. At the final stage, it could be used as a decision-making method in practical games.
What makes it special is that the framework in its current form is the result of over twenty years of continuous development and refinement.
Strategic Balance is designed for serious chess players, from ambitious club players to top professionals.It allows each player to engage with the material at their own depth and pace.
The course is presented in a live training session format. The coach works interactively with chess presenter Sagar Shah, with occasional appearances by special guests. At critical moments, viewers are encouraged to pause and think independently. Still, the core of the course remains the live interaction itself.
Yes. Each module provides a “Copy FEN” button, allowing you to instantly load the starting position into your preferred external tool — such as ChessBase, Lichess, or Chess.com For viewers who want to keep the video visible while working on their own board, a Picture-in-Picture option lets you pop the video into a floating window and place it alongside your chosen platform. Full instructions are available in the Help tab, located within the course interface. This feature is available for desktop and tablet.
The course reflects the complexity of serious chess and introduces a structured approach based on strategic evaluation.
It guides you through understanding the strategic situation, selecting the right plan, and then identifying appropriate candidate moves.
While it does not simplify chess, it provides clear guidance and structure. Progress comes through active engagement and repeated study.
Strategic Balance reflects a modern understanding of chess with a strong emphasis on dynamics and decision-making.
Its focus on evaluation and thinking processes ensures long-term relevance beyond theoretical trends."
The one-hour integration session is a separate product available only to those who have purchased the course. It is an online one-to-one session with the author, which can be booked once per customer. During the session, you can further clarify key concepts from the course or go through specific questions and subjects of your choice.
Payments are processed securely via Stripe, a widely used international payment platform. You can pay using major credit and debit cards (such as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express), as well as fast checkout options like Apple Pay and Google Pay, which will appear automatically when supported on your device. The final price is clearly shown during checkout.
Due to the digital nature of the course and immediate access to all materials, all sales are final and non-refundable.
If you experience any technical issues accessing the course, we will of course assist you promptly."