Ruy Lopez: Arkhangelsk Variation for Black with GM Jacek Stopa

Topics: Chess Courses, Ruy Lopez Instructor: GM Jacek Stopa Level: Intermediate
GM Jacek Stopa just wrapped up an awesome crash course that’ll get you up to speed on the main ideas of the Arkhangelsk Variation in just three short hours!

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Summary

5 Lessons
3 Hours of video
102 Variations to learn
5 Lessons' PGNs

Course Outline

  • Chapter 1. Sidelines 7.Ne5 – 7.Nc3 – 7.Qe2
  • Chapter 2. Sidelines 7.a4 – 7.d3
  • Chapter 3. 7.c3 Introduction and Rare Lines
  • Chapter 4. 7.c3 Main Lines I
  • Chapter 5. 7.c3 Main Lines II

Learn the Ruy Lopez: Arkhangelsk Variation for Black

Looking for the opening to take down the ever-popular Ruy Lopez?

Look no further!

GM Jacek Stopa swears by the Arkhangelsk Variation, and he’s got good company. Fabiano Caruana and Vishy Anand have racked up tons of wins with it playing as Black.

The Arkhangelsk Variation is your ticket to seizing an early advantage, maintaining control of the center, and keeping an active position right from the start.

And guess what? 

GM Stopa just wrapped up an awesome crash course that’ll get you up to speed on the main ideas of the Arkhangelsk Variation in just three short hours!

Here is what you’ll learn:

  • Tackle the Sidelines  – learn how to recognize and counter less typical moves that opponents may employ to derail your standard game plan, ensuring you remain in control regardless of their approach
  • Core Ideas & Strategies – Dive into the critical strategic themes and principles of the Arkhangelsk Variation, which will inform every decision you make on the board
  • Key Patterns 2.0 – Master the essential tactical and positional patterns to win in the Arkhangelsk Variation, enhancing your ability to anticipate and react effectively in your games
  • Ruy Lopez DNA –  Gain deep insights into the primary lines of the Arkhangelsk Variation, learning how to exploit typical positions and maneuvers to secure a competitive edge
  • 365Chess Coach – 102 trainable variations from the course with the 365Chess Coach exclusive tool.

Outline:

Chapter 1. Sidelines 7.Ne5 – 7.Nc3 – 7.Qe2
Chapter 2. Sidelines 7.a4 – 7.d3
Chapter 3. 7.c3 Introduction and Rare Lines
Chapter 4. 7.c3 Main Lines I
Chapter 5. 7.c3 Main Lines II

About The Author:

GM Jacek Stopa [FIDE 2544]

is originally from Poland. He started playing chess at the age of 8 after randomly buying a chess set on a winter vacation. His father taught him how to play and he soon became addicted. Jacek earned his International Master title at age 18 and was the European Team Chess Champion in Solving Chess Problems in 2008. He has developed into a very effective chess instructor over the last six years, helping many young chess players reach their maximum potential.