I'm 56 years old, playing 9 months (900 Player). GM, Mr. Akobian is in my opinion, one of the best beginner chess instructors in the world. This is because he teaches so "you get it". Young or old, you can see people learning with his instruction. These lessons make very solid chess players and for that I'm very appreciative of these videos. Thank you..... SM
Yeah. I find I learn allot more from his videos than from other masters. He goes allot slower and gives you time to work the next move out for yourself rather than just outright telling you what to do.
I'm glad you're all enjoying these videos. We wanted to create a dynamic and engaging online community classroom. Stay tuned for new lectures from GMs Akobian and Seirawan and IM Levan Bregadze!
Love that adorable little girl who keeps identifying the moves so confidently. I bet she's a terror in chess matches. As an adult beginner myself, I found this was a great lecture. Thanks very much.
Varuzhan has probably had enough of strict Eastern-European teaching which only hampers the children's free thought processes. Even if the sweet little girl answers uncorrect every time, he keeps both her and the rest of the class interested, eager and inspired. They are not afraid to answer. They keep their focus for the entire class. I like this approach
Here is a breakdown hoping it helps ;) 6:58-Dutch Defense 10:29-King Pawn Opening 22:08-Decoy Sacrifice 30:08-Second Decoy Sacrifice 34:27-Fork 35:58-Pin (Absolute) (Relative) 39:39-Scewer 43:42-How to Fork with a King
"This was a tough one..." "No." "Well it took a long time...It's not like you found it quickly." Haha, he always gets a little indignant with the children. I love it.
Its wonderful, something such as 12:30 ... Varuzhan can hear them thinking ... such patience and paternal concern at their development. The excitement of meeting and being helped by someone so inspirational is a very special opportunity, they are so lucky to meet a good teacher, its a nice feeling.
just want to add my thanks to STLChess club for making these videos available to all of us. And...I must say GM Akobian is a really fine teacher. He has been a great help to me and I hope he will continue making videos of his lectures..His method of waiting and forcing students to think is really what makes him stand out. He really covers all the bases.
I am now in the rabbit hole of Varuzhans teachings as I learn chess, I am compelled to call out the attention needy annoying kid who is quick to be called on often before he even knows what move he will say. If someone knows him, tell him I think expending your excess energy through physical effort might help him think more methodically before attending chess lessons. and yes, this talented little girl gives me hope for humanity. May her endeavors promote world peace.
WOW!!! This chess lecture by Varuzhan is clearly one of the most inspiring videos I've watched on UA-cam and the Internet in general. Thank you so very much indeed!
These videos are of extremely high educative value and that you offer the internet community a free access to such content is just marvellous. I am grateful no end. And I absolutely adore all the of the lecturers. GM Akobian is great -- patient, tolerant, interested in considering seriously even the wildest of the proposed moves :).
Thank you. The explanations are clear, repeated, you speak slowly so that everyone has a chance to listen and understand. You stimulate students to think and make choices.I have learnt a lot with your lessons.
34:06 thats some really cool tactics for a new player to look at as an introduction to tactics. Its not mainstream beginner chess but is so important and cool.
Well obviously she has no care for social appearance and probably older beginners saw the same moves and keep it to themselves fearing to appear smarter than the others(like in math class some students have already worked out the equations in their heads and don't raise their hands for reasons stated above). Not trying to discredit the young prodigy in anyway... She is a fast leaner.
I think he's a great teacher, has lots of patience and is very clear. I only wish there weren't such long gaps when he gives the students time to answer!
fyi: the rewind at the end seems like it would be valuable for retention during your classes. you could breeze through it as a reverse review instead of speeding to reset.
There is something about this guy that makes him really likeable.
he knows what he's talking about and he's patient
Charisma and patience.
I feel like I'd trust him with my life.
Patience and that soft, humble Eastern accent
ikr! for some reason I only watch his lectures
You just instantly know that this guy in gonna make a great dad.
That little girl in the background answering most of the questions is gonna be a grandmaster one day
Pretty sure you need to be better than taking minutes to see simple tactics to be a grandmaster. :P
Or she is going to be the most annoying person in every class and every lecture in college.
rofl:-)
dont be an antagonist StopFear.
It seems to be a boy , not a girl just a little boy
I'm 56 years old, playing 9 months (900 Player). GM, Mr. Akobian is in my opinion, one of the best beginner chess instructors in the world. This is because he teaches so "you get it". Young or old, you can see people learning with his instruction. These lessons make very solid chess players and for that I'm very appreciative of these videos. Thank you..... SM
SparksMagoo I agree I also this he makes the best teaching video lessons :)
900?
@@Coldbreezed 900 elo. Hopefully not lichess rating or else he really needs to watch more videos.
@@Coldbreezed 900 inches
What’s your rating now
This guys patience tho!!
lol
Wonderful teacher
Amazing
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He's such a good teacher, very patient and understanding, top hats to you gm akobian :)
Yeah. I find I learn allot more from his videos than from other masters. He goes allot slower and gives you time to work the next move out for yourself rather than just outright telling you what to do.
I'm glad you're all enjoying these videos. We wanted to create a dynamic and engaging online community classroom. Stay tuned for new lectures from GMs Akobian and Seirawan and IM Levan Bregadze!
Could you please tell us the book he used at 22:01
Love that adorable little girl who keeps identifying the moves so confidently. I bet she's a terror in chess matches. As an adult beginner myself, I found this was a great lecture. Thanks very much.
she announces very passive moves
Varuzhan has probably had enough of strict Eastern-European teaching which only hampers the children's
free thought processes. Even if the sweet little girl answers uncorrect every time, he keeps both her
and the rest of the class interested, eager and inspired. They are not afraid to answer. They keep their
focus for the entire class. I like this approach
David Dawson It could be a Boy, at that age they all sound like girls.
This guy is a great teacher. I'm almost 32 and just started loving the game only about a month ago, I lose all the time. This is already helped me.
As a 73 year old who's been playing since Dec 1959, Still learning from one of the greatest GM Akobian.
Patience of a saint
mike spence well said
Here is a breakdown hoping it helps ;)
6:58-Dutch Defense
10:29-King Pawn Opening
22:08-Decoy Sacrifice
30:08-Second Decoy Sacrifice
34:27-Fork
35:58-Pin (Absolute) (Relative)
39:39-Scewer
43:42-How to Fork with a King
Thanks
Thanks mate
10:29 is called damiano defence
You have a kind heart...thanks mate. I liked video about "forking with the king."
Good man
I'm a beginner of 79 and very happy with GM Akobian lessons, thanks to Saint Louis Chess Club.
"This was a tough one..."
"No."
"Well it took a long time...It's not like you found it quickly." Haha, he always gets a little indignant with the children. I love it.
29:53
Mr Akobian. My best wishes to you. You have made such a huge difference to my game. Thank you.
He' so patient. What a great teacher!
Varuzhan Akobian is the man! Awesome teacher, thank you
Thank you so much for your lessons... at 67 I can still learn the fascinating game of chess. You are a very good teacher... thank you
He gets excited when he says checkmate and it makes me feel like I'm learning how to fight people. Hahaha
Absolutely love this guy... his patience and passion is freaking amazing! Greatest respect
Its wonderful, something such as 12:30 ... Varuzhan can hear them thinking ... such patience and paternal concern at their development. The excitement of meeting and being helped by someone so inspirational is a very special opportunity, they are so lucky to meet a good teacher, its a nice feeling.
30:28 I love the moments where the GM does this laughs.. Spescially in kids class.. The best teacher
Love Varuzhan as a coach. Entertaining, stimulating, and patient!
just want to add my thanks to STLChess club for making these videos available to all of us. And...I must say GM Akobian is a really fine teacher. He has been a great help to me and I hope he will continue making videos of his lectures..His method of waiting and forcing students to think is really what makes him stand out. He really covers all the bases.
That little girl is the best in the class..
I am now in the rabbit hole of Varuzhans teachings as I learn chess, I am compelled to call out the attention needy annoying kid who is quick to be called on often before he even knows what move he will say.
If someone knows him, tell him I think expending your excess energy through physical effort might help him think more methodically before attending chess lessons.
and yes, this talented little girl gives me hope for humanity. May her endeavors promote world peace.
GM Akobian is amazing, what an honorable grand master and a fantastic teacher. An idol, definitely!
WOW!!! This chess lecture by Varuzhan is clearly one of the most inspiring videos I've watched on UA-cam and the Internet in general. Thank you so very much indeed!
Finally a chess lesson I can follow :)
Seriously I couldn't stand the videos with that Ben finegold guy
These videos are of extremely high educative value and that you offer the internet community a free access to such content is just marvellous. I am grateful no end. And I absolutely adore all the of the lecturers. GM Akobian is great -- patient, tolerant, interested in considering seriously even the wildest of the proposed moves :).
I love how kind ,patient and friendly is this man in teaching Thanks alot Wish u the best
Watching repeatedly your videos still makes me fascinated with your teaching style
It's so lovely to see this video... Feels myself to be a kid again learning chess lessons.
Great lecture. Fun to follow along. Very glad to see so many more I can enjoy later.
Thank you for being clear and not rushing. You are a gifted teacher. Not sure why your video failed to pause for me.
Thank you so much for uploading this so that we can all see this! Thanks kiddos!
Thank you. The explanations are clear, repeated, you speak slowly so that everyone has a chance to listen and understand. You stimulate students to think and make choices.I have learnt a lot with your lessons.
The best chess teacher in the world. Do you agree???
He is an absolutely superb teacher. Those kids were quite fortunate to get that quality of training. I'm sure it's served them well.
Great teacher. Amazing lesson. Loved the puzzles. Thank you for the video.
GM Varuzhan Akobian is my favorite lecturer, he is very good teacher. Keep up good work, GM Varuzhan
This man is great! God bless this man for showing chess openings! Patiens and a sens of teatching. Thank you man! :-)
I like how long he stood quietly at one point there. He's making the students think about options of the pieces without just telling them.
He is one of the top three lecturers from this scholastic center series. He is good at not confusing an already confusing environment like chess.
That little girl knows her stuff. Definitely will be a GM one day
GM Akobian you are an Excellent lecturer !
Another thought..... After watching the video a half dozen times, I can now beat the kids to the response..... SM
Thanks Gm Akobian, great lessons.
I love the way the Akobian sir teaches. He is a great man. Love you from Pakistan. I learned a lot from you sir. Tnx a lot.
You are the best Mr Akobian .i love to learn from you sir
Nice lessons and gotta love his patience.
This guy is one of the best chess teachers on youtube.
You are a wonderful tutor.
Thanks for this lesson..excellent!
Fantastic video! well done!
Little girl is the smartest chess player in the room besides akobian lol
+MrBigenstien The camera dude is probably a gm too.
34:06 thats some really cool tactics for a new player to look at as an introduction to tactics. Its not mainstream beginner chess but is so important and cool.
By far the best instructor out there!!!
You’re my favorite instructor I think you are the best and think you a good joe well done,
He is a great teacher! Love it.
P.S. that little girl in the back, will be a champion one day XD
Awesome Video a few of the best person to explain in detail
Master Akobian is a great player and wonderfull profesor! Thanks!
Thank you so much for all you do for chess iam learning a lot you explain very well how you think.
Wow, this guy is such an educator.
I think exactly the same way. It's really great to have these free chess-lessons online here! :)
I love this guy!
Great lecture!
This guy is an amazing teacher!
Excellent teacher,patience is his virtue. Would love to see my kid develop his chess skills from a Master like him.
Best teacher on the net IMHO
Excellent lecture to reinforce practical ideas for Beginners.
well done. you are a great teacher
I love how the youngest kid is the fastest to the correct answer each time!
Well obviously she has no care for social appearance and probably older beginners saw the same moves and keep it to themselves fearing to appear smarter than the others(like in math class some students have already worked out the equations in their heads and don't raise their hands for reasons stated above). Not trying to discredit the young prodigy in anyway... She is a fast leaner.
I think he's a great teacher, has lots of patience and is very clear. I only wish there weren't such long gaps when he gives the students time to answer!
He’s a very talented guy, the kids interact with him naturally because he has a fantastic approach! Im happy to be part of those kids though :-)
Omg this is so helpful!! Thank You! U r so patient
Excellent teacher .Very useful
I wish I had a gm teaching chess at that age. U are so lucky there guys
thank you for all this information
Amazing teacher 👏
Akobian seems like he would be a good teacher/coach, especially with children. He has a good balance of patience and push.
BRING AKOBIAN BACK PLEASE
This guy is an excellent teacher
This guy is awessome.
Great Teacher, I'm learning Better, Thankyou.
# 1 Fan here!!! Good for beginners, indeed!
varuzhan what a great instructor
I love this man
Crazy amount of patience...!
I LOVE this guy jeezzz
fyi: the rewind at the end seems like it would be valuable for retention during your classes. you could breeze through it as a reverse review instead of speeding to reset.
thx for this lesson
Its just superb!
These are very cool traps I've never seen, although I'm intermediate level.
Excellent chess teacher!
Love it!!
Brilliant chess teacher
good techer very connected with this lesson
Excellent job
Great video...