Is Chess a Relaxing Game?
Chess is one of those games that people tend to have strong opinions about. Some see it as an intellectual challenge that exercises the mind, while others dismiss it as boring. If you fall into the latter camp, you may be surprised to learn that chess can actually be quite relaxing. Yes, really. Now before…
Duties and Roles of a Chess Arbiter
Arbiters are highly trained referees with official certification from the World Chess Federation (FIDE), who ensure games adhere to the FIDE Rules of Chess. If you like to become an arbiter for international or rated games, passing the certification requirements from FIDE is the only way to go. Once you’ve obtained FIDE certifications, you can…
What Are The Different Chess Time Controls?
Ever wonder why some chess games seem to fly by while others drag on for what seems like hours? The time control is the reason. As a chess player, the time control is one of the most important things to understand before you start a game The time control refers to the amount of time…