The 3-Piece Pawn Game™

How to learn chess the easy way

In this unique guide, The 3-Piece Pawn Game™, Coach Al introduces an innovative and simplified method that eliminates the intimidation factor for new players. Rather than starting with all the pieces, this approach focuses on pawns, knights, and kings—three key pieces that provide a strong foundation for understanding the game’s core principles. This reduction in complexity allows players to learn quickly, with many beginners able to start playing after just 15 minutes.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Eladio Alameda, “Coach Al,” is a member and Certified Chess Coach of the U.S. Chess Federation. Coach Al has over 30 years of experience teaching chess. He has trained players across all experience levels, from beginners on, and has had those he taught with no prior knowledge of chess become city, state, and national champions.
Coach Al created The 3-Piece Pawn Game™ as an easier and simpler way to learn how to play chess by minimizing the number of pieces at the beginning of the learning process. This makes players feel less pressure and have fewer options, so decision-making is kept simple. Thus, the game’s pace is quicker, and there is a clear way to win each match.
Players learn fast, gain confidence, and progress quickly in understanding the full game of chess. Coach Al has been using this method for over 30 years and has taught both children and adults the game of chess faster and with wonderful results. Many beginners are delighted to learn they can start playing chess in as little as 15 minutes with the methods found in “The 3-Piece Pawn Game™”.

What You’ll Learn:

Simple Yet Powerful Foundations: Start with the basics—pawns, knights, and kings—and gradually add new pieces as you build your skills.
Easy-to-Follow Instructions: With clear diagrams and step-by-step instructions, you’ll understand each piece’s movement and basic strategies before progressing to more advanced gameplay.
Hands-On Practice: Apply what you learn through real-life example games, walking you through stages of play, potential moves, and key tactics.
Chess Terminology Demystified: As you advance, you’ll become familiar with key terms and notations, enhancing your chess vocabulary and confidence.
Review Sections: After each chapter, test your knowledge and track your progress with helpful review sections to reinforce what you’ve learned.
Inspiring Chess Wisdom: Legendary quotes from chess masters are sprinkled throughout, offering both motivation and valuable insights into the art of strategy.

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Why Choose The 3-Piece Pawn Game™ ?

This isn’t just another chess book.

Coach Al’s method has been honed over decades of teaching, and it’s been proven to help players learn faster, feel less pressure, and experience the joy of playing chess. It’s a perfect introduction for players of all ages—and a fantastic resource for anyone looking to improve their game.