Chesslovers: IM Thomas Engqvist & Björn Knöppel

About the channel

Chesslovers is a channel for anyone passionate about chess. IM Thomas Engqvist and Björn Knöppel share insights on chess literature, improvement, gambits, and trends in online and over-the-board (OTB) chess. Chesslovers follows a three-level approach to improvement. Level 0 (Free) – Explore great chess books through reviews, classical literature, and content on improvement, gambits, and tournament play. Chesslovers Academy ($5/month) – Focused on application: turning knowledge into practical strength. Members learn training methods, tournament preparation, chess psychology, decision-making, time management, and OTB skills. Chesslovers Advanced ($10/month) – For ambitious players seeking deeper understanding through courses on openings, middlegames, endgames, and advanced concepts based on classical chess literature. From discovering the classics to becoming a stronger player, Chesslovers supports your journey from knowledge to practical strength.