Are you or somebody you know getting into the game of chess? Wholesale Chess has a few important recommendations for new players!
#1 - PLAY A LOT OF CHESS!
The best way to get better is to play chess often with friends and family. It doesn't matter if you win the game or lose it. Remember - you are never losing if you are learning!
#2 - LEARN GOOD STRATEGIES!
Make sure you are playing with good fundamentals. Read some of our suggested books. Take your time to think about each move.
#2 - DON'T GIVE UP & BE A GOOD SPORT!
Everyone loses chess games. Even the most famous grandmasters had to lose a lot of chess games to get where they are! Just stick with it and always thank your opponent before and after the game.
Below you will find the chess sets, accessories, chess clocks, software, books, and other items that Wholesale Chess recommends for new and beginning chess players. Get a good tournament standard chess set and clock and then a solid book that will teach you the basics in a fun and informative way. Then have fun!
International Grandmaster Patrick Wolff has written the perfect book on the chess basics and quick and easy strategies. From essential information on basic openings and basic endgames to tip...
King for a day! Fritz is in charge of the castle when his parents go on vacation. It's every kid's dream until the dastardly King Black challenges the young stand-in king to a duel! Explore ...
The Quality Tournament Chess Set Combo is our entry level tournament combo set that includes our Quality Club Chess Pieces, Quality Vinyl Chessboard (20"), and Carryall Tournament Chess Bag...
The Heavy Tournament Chess Set Combo is our mid-range tournament combo chess set and comes with our Heavy Tournament Chess Pieces, Quality Vinyl Chessboard (20"), and Carryall Tournament C...
The Quality Chess Set Combo comes with our Quality Club Chess Pieces, Quality Vinyl Chessboard (20"), and Perfect-Fit Chess Pieces Bag. These chess sets are great for schools, clubs, or tour...
The Collector's Chess Teacher Chess Set is a very unique chess set - all of the moves for all of the chess pieces are on display right there on the pieces! This is ideal for any beginning s...
The ChessTimer Digital Chess Clock is a great all around digital clock that works well for club use or tournament play. This digital chess timer features large buttons, a giant display, and ...
This Quality Magnetic Travel Chess Set is a snap-closed plastic box with plastic hinges that
opens up to a 8" x 8" board with a 6 ¾" x 6 ¾" playing
area. Its 7/8" squares are a perfe...
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