{"id":12570,"date":"2023-03-31T11:24:51","date_gmt":"2023-03-31T11:24:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.365chess.com\/view\/?post_type=product&#038;p=12570"},"modified":"2026-05-26T12:28:52","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T12:28:52","slug":"complete-middlegame-guide-for-1400-1800-elo-with-gm-jacek-stopa","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.365chess.com\/view\/shop\/complete-middlegame-guide-for-1400-1800-elo-with-gm-jacek-stopa\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete Middlegame Guide for 1400-1800 Elo with GM Jacek Stopa"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"padding: 56.66% 0 0 0; position: relative;\"><iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" title=\"Evans Gambit\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/851923334?h=f05f45b50e&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/api\/player.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Complete Middlegame Guide for 1400-1800 Elo<\/h2>\n<p>He isn\u2019t some\u00a0<em>CRAZY<\/em>\u00a0opening expert with\u00a0<em>INSANE<\/em>\u00a0memorization ability..<\/p>\n<p>He doesn\u2019t have an entire endgame database \u2018stored\u2019 in his mind\u2026<\/p>\n<p>He isn\u2019t even a tactical genius, capable of finding complex combos in milliseconds\u2026<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, Jacek Stopa is a strong Grandmaster, rated 2544 FIDE (placing him in the top 0.001%).<\/p>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s the secret?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There is 1 thing Jacek is seriously good at.<\/p>\n<p><em>Middlegame Strategy.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>This skill alone can compensate for nearly anything else. And it is sufficient to instantly place you in the \u2018titled\u2019 category.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why GM Stopa recommends working on 9 elements of middlegame strategy. And if you\u2019re an intermediate player\u2026 this is for you.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative; width: 90%;\"><iframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" title=\"Evans Gambit\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/851923497?h=9d2ed54a76&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h3>Here is some of what you\u2019ll learn:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pawn Structures Library<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Discover the secrets behind pawn structures and how they shape the course of the game. Unleash the potential of your pawns to create advantages and exploit weaknesses in your opponent\u2019s position.<\/li>\n<li><strong>+1 for Development<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Learn the art of efficient development and how it sets the stage for a successful middlegame. Gain the skills to mobilize your pieces effectively, coordinating them for maximum impact.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Initiative First Aid Kit<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Take charge of the game and dictate the tempo. Harness the power of the initiative to keep your opponent on the defensive, launch devastating attacks, and create winning opportunities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Attacking Bootcamp<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Unleash your offensive prowess with deadly attacks. Learn the art of creating threats, exploiting weaknesses, and breaking through your opponent\u2019s defenses. Discover the tactics that lead to overwhelming victories.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Fortress<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Develop an impregnable defense that frustrates your opponent\u2019s plans. Learn to anticipate threats, neutralize attacks, and turn the tables with timely counterattacks. Master the art of resilience and protect your position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don\u2019t miss this golden opportunity to elevate your chess game to new heights!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter \" src=\"https:\/\/videoapi-muybridge.vimeocdn.com\/animated-thumbnails\/image\/8bd04829-e858-48e3-bff6-ad0cf2b511cb.gif?ClientID=vimeo-core-prod&amp;Date=1691077725&amp;Signature=af8f2afb0d2f70afdc97c3d027a53bfb7cd4c3c4\" width=\"495\" height=\"291\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>About the Author:<\/h3>\n<p><strong>GM Jacek Stopa [FIDE 2544]<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<h3>Outline:<\/h3>\n<p>Chapter 1. Introduction To Middlegame Strategy<br \/>\nChapter 2. Pawn Structure<br \/>\nChapter 3. Development<br \/>\nChapter 4. Control Of The Center<br \/>\nChapter 5. King Safety<br \/>\nChapter 6. Initiative<br \/>\nChapter 7. The Attack I<br \/>\nChapter 8. The Attack II<br \/>\nChapter 9. The Defense I<br \/>\nChapter 10. The Defense II<br \/>\nChapter 11. Common Middlegame Endings<br \/>\nChapter 12. Tactics<br \/>\nChapter 13. Practice<br \/>\nChapter 14. Conclusion<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is 1 thing Jacek is seriously good at. Middlegame strategy. 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