This advanced chess class is designed for players who want to gain a tactical advantage in tournament play. Learn how to approach every game with a sharp, strategic mindset and develop the skills to find winning tactics under pressure. Each session will explore high-level tactical themes such as complex pins, forks, deflection, overloading, and discovered attacks, with a focus on creating and exploiting imbalances. Through the study of famous tournament games, challenging puzzles, and simulated tournament scenarios, students will learn how to outwit opponents and capitalize on every tactical opportunity.