Learn Chess

Interactive lessons and guides for every skill level

Whether you're picking up chess for the first time or looking to sharpen your skills, RoyalGambit offers structured learning tracks that take you from beginner to advanced player. Our interactive lessons let you practice on a real chessboard with immediate feedback.

Start with our free guides below, or sign in to access interactive lessons, track your progress, and earn achievements as you improve.

Learning Tracks

Follow our structured learning path from beginner to advanced, or jump to the track that matches your level

Beginner
Chess Basics
Learn how each piece moves, special rules, and basic checkmate patterns.
Piece movementCastling & en passantCheck & checkmateBasic mates
Intermediate
Opening Principles
Master center control, piece development, and king safety fundamentals.
Center controlDevelopmentKing safetyCommon mistakes
Intermediate
Essential Endgames
Learn critical endgame techniques to convert advantages into wins.
King activityOppositionBasic matesRook endgames
Advanced
Strategic Thinking
Develop positional understanding, planning skills, and prophylaxis.
ImbalancesPawn structuresOutpostsConverting advantages

Why Learn with RoyalGambit?

Our platform is designed to make learning chess effective and enjoyable

Interactive Lessons

Practice directly on the chessboard with step-by-step guided instruction.

Tactical Puzzles

Sharpen your skills with themed puzzle packs targeting specific patterns.

Achievements & Progress

Track your improvement with detailed stats, badges, and learning streaks.

Learning Streaks

Stay motivated by maintaining daily learning streaks and building consistency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our learning platform

Do I need an account to read the guides?

No! All our chess guides (Chess Basics, Opening Principles, Essential Endgames, Strategic Thinking) are freely accessible without an account. You only need to sign in to access interactive lessons and track your progress.

What level are the lessons designed for?

We have content for all levels. Beginners can start with Chess Basics to learn the rules. Intermediate players can improve openings and endgames. Advanced players can develop strategic thinking.

How do interactive lessons work?

Each interactive lesson guides you through concepts step-by-step. You make moves on a real chessboard, get immediate feedback, and can't proceed until you find the correct move. This ensures you truly understand each concept.

Is the learning content really free?

Yes! All guides and lessons are free. Create an account to unlock progress tracking, achievements, and learning streaks at no cost.

How long does it take to complete a track?

Each track contains multiple lessons and takes several hours to complete thoroughly. But you can learn at your own pace—there's no time limit, and you can revisit any lesson.

Can I skip ahead to advanced content?

Absolutely. While we recommend following the learning path in order, you're free to start with any guide or track that matches your current level.

Ready to Improve Your Chess?

Start with our free Chess Basics guide, or create an account to access interactive lessons, puzzles, and track your progress over time.