6 Things You Can Do To Break 1200 - Chess Tips, Strategy, Ideas - How To Get Better At Chess!

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In this video I share 6 reasons chess players get stuck at the 1200 chess rating and below. I will share tips and tricks on how to get better at chess and improve your chess rating quickly and push past 1200 to reach 1300,1400, and beyond. I will talk about how to avoid making blunders as often, how to properly defend a pawn storm attack on your king, how to avoid the back rank checkmate, how to better handle chess endgames, and the importance of the 2nd and 7th ranks in chess. Please comment below and let me know if you've passed 1200 for the first time!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

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[@CramcrumBrewbringer]

What's REALLY nice about these videos is that you understand exactly what we struggle with and use data to back up your tips. There's a lot of GMs that will do some video tutorial and try to explain overly complicated and specific concepts that the majority of chess players will not benefit from. I don't know how you do it, but you're truly an anomaly of all the chess teachers out there, and every video helps me and others progress in some capacity.

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Thanks a lot, Sam!

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How did you know he in sam

[@drx5226]

@@user-gk7yn2ig7j he probably changes his nickname

[@pixelcombat3253]

After watching this video my rating 1256 is now 1288 and now I'm back thanks a lot

[@Doddster1983]

Subbed, you're a massively under-rated chess youtuber

[@garrettjmoore57]

This is very helpful! It's cool that you did it based on some data, can't wait to use this daily

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Glad it was helpful!

[@fromant65]

Yeah most of my losses are not applying the blunder check or making endgame mistakes. I can't get the mindset in the middle of a game to check for blunders before making a move and then I forgot and horrible things happen Update: i applied the blunder check and in 4 days I gained 30 points in blitz and 50 in rapid. That was helpful

[@SEAKPhotog]

You are not alone 😉

[@Pumpklown]

Just hit my peak at 1201. Have been training harder since this event. thanks for the video.

[@jeronimosilverliner4122]

Real good stuff, continue!

[@josephsalmonte4995]

This is an absolutely brilliant series. Thanks mate 👍

[@Cleston815]

i was 1200 once, but then i fell back all the way to 1110 and hav been struggling to claw back... this video was really helpful, gotta start working on the blunder check. keep up the great content!

[@chrisbocking2721]

Awesome video! Thank you; lots of great ideas. I like how you explain these situations so clearly. Looking forward to using these ideas in my own games.

[@demarcuslps944]

I've only seen two videos and learnt so much! Wish I discovered you sooner.

[@southernrun9048]

Glad I found your channel as very good information and clear explanations

[@alhackman3143]

These videos are helping me. You are a good teacher, patient and low key. Thank you.

[@biblicalinspiredministries]

I appreciate it that you can come down to my level, Salute!

[@shaundeckon3179]

Chess vibes thanks for the clear concise insightful and extremely helpful information .

[@maddaflyerfishing7612]

Thanks a lot. This has helped me a lot.

[@Zafersernikli]

12:50 The third precaution to take seems to be completing the development, that is having the c1 bishop somewhere else so that the rook in a1 controls the first rank.

[@relaxingvibestoday]

Thanks man. I really like your videos - I was stuck doing blunders but your check list is helpful

[@lepaux]

Awesome videos, thanks for all the great content!!

[@AstraIVagabond]

Looks like the algorithm finally favoured you. Thanks for the quality advice!

[@bklynriggs1576]

new sub.. great videos man.. 👏🏾👏🏾

[@chinmoysaikia1967]

I watched your 800 and 1000 rating video, literally went up 400 elo in a week Ty man

[@frederickmatheuse2193]

No clue why you only got 1K subscribers... Thanks for all the great content!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Good question! I guess waiting on that KZbin algorithm =P Thanks for the comment!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

@@tylerdalton3267 Hey if I can keep doubling for the next 6 months I'll be in good shape!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

@@tylerdalton3267 Lol Tyler, you've got yourself a deal!

[@steviesevieria1868]

@@ChessVibesOfficial looks like you’re doing much better than that!

[@cosmicninja6924]

Channel catching fire…

[@lolobuggah2670]

You provide great tips! Thank you!

[@121moham21]

Thanks a lot for your great scientifically research and deliver it with a such nice explanation!!👏👌☘️

[@alexanderkambas3381]

Thanks! Subscribed

[@heuw7379]

Thanks, good explained.

[@shaundeckon3179]

Chess Vibes clear concise insightful and extremely helpful information.Thanks much appreciated

[@13universalsoldier]

Great knowledge sharing thank you

[@lsfroxin]

Awesome, tks for this video!

[@SEAKPhotog]

Very nice tutorial. Thank you!

[@daff1965]

This is great thank you!

[@dimitriprivat]

Thank you! Love your clips, very helpful and easy to understand!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

You're very welcome!

[@lopezlion3164]

Great video, bro. The tips about the pawn pushes on the early castled king are suuuper helpful. I always get mated because I panic and open the H file. Thanks 😊

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Glad it helped!

[@joacolopezrp]

Thanks man! This tips are very helpful. I found your channel today and I really liked your stuff. New sub!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Welcome aboard!

[@rickfraser1090]

Great stuff!

[@irsh2786]

Great videos, great tips, and that was interesting that you did stats on 100 games 😎

[@brass4235]

Would love to see your viewers increase ! You deserve to be seen and Heard! Ty for the content!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@yeyein]

Well explained ❤

[@utarkemarunga]

Thanks for providing this great content. I was doing almost all the mistakes which you pointed out. I will try to work on these mistakes from now on.

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

You got it! Good luck as you break 1200!

[@rajatmulchandani2074]

This is the best place to learn chess. So much research is into it. This guy has given so much time and i am sure i am getting past the 1200 mark very soon

[@liilianalopez1155]

I just broke 1200 and I had to tell someone lol. Thank you for all of the quality content ❤️

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

No problem!! Congrats on breaking 1200! 👏👏

[@martin-steiner-photography]

Subscribed, really valuable insights, thank you

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Welcome aboard!

[@theobscureninja3223]

I lose because sometimes i simply fail to see something right in front of me ... Its like my opponents pieces just appear out of thin air, and i'm like wait was that piece even there !

[@roguelites5225]

Thé only way to fix that is just to keep playing

[@terrymiller111]

Teleporting.

[@geracach]

that also happens to me, I think the best way to notice is reviewing your games and try no to make the same mistakes, also play for fun sometimes is stressful. I just pass 1100 and now try to reach 1200.

[@rogg0224]

Most of the time stuff like that happens it's a discovered attack. Always be scared of pieces pointed at your queen or king even especially if there is a piece in between.

[@youcefmebarek3000]

Good informations, wish u the best ✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻

[@mannycastillo6036]

I came across this channel about a week ago and it has become my favorite chess channel since. Great job!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for the kind words!

[@chenfriedful]

Same here, great content! Great vibes 😀

[@AGGELIKI-xh8dg]

Thanks so much for the tips! I am currently stuck at 1240 (after a really bad tilt period) and hoping to cross the 1500 boundary soon. Keep up the good content!

[@ibbjamin]

Nice video, this is about where I am stuck rating-wise. If I really pay attention, I notice everything you mention. For me, it's the lack of patience causing a blunder that gets me most of the time. I'm just getting better at seeing the knight fork coming in now. That one used to kill me every time!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Good point! Patience is one of those things that's often overlooked but really does make a huge difference. Thanks for the comment!

[@Andrew.baltazar]

Thanks for this, really helped

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

No problem!

[@severito33]

This is gold, thank you!!!!!!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Appreciate that! No problem!

[@1ll1l1liiililiillilliillli4]

Great idea for a series, really looking forward to 1400.

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Thanks! The 1400 video is coming soon!

[@ratpshaminda2540]

Precious video ❤️

[@johnd.hathcoat9223]

This is a great video!

[@thankyouand3260]

Awesome!!

[@dinogiancola6261]

The blunder check I’ve been looking for this one, borderline should have blunder check as it’s own video

[@klaus1015]

I subbed at 999. Congrats man! Nice videos

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Nice timing! 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣

[@valskorupko8714]

Once again - GREAT WORK! I’m stuck right there. Hope to break out.

[@christophermiller7466]

Yo this is pretty cool. I'm kind of questing to find the kind of themes(maybe) of like 1300-1400 rated tactics. Like when I do a puzzle rush, it's where I likely get caught. (like if I make it past, then hitting 1700,1800, sometimes even 2000 is kind of a breeze in comparison.) Like there is something unique in the calculation in that particular rating range that doesn't make any sense in my mind. Worst part is, I'm not even sure how to ask the question in a sensible way. First time commenter. Won't hold it against you if this doesn't reach your priority list. Just liked the video, shot in the dark on the ask.

[@SocialBobcat]

11:23 i'm living through this lack of foresight in myself by bringing out both knights. one of my friends does this to me all the time with white - will use this into for next time. all the advice is great, thanks!

[@saifchowdhury3581]

My brother has passed 1200 a couple of times and fell back down. I am trying to pass 1100. Surely, these reminders would be helpful

[@dkoorse]

hows ur elo doin rn

[@badza47]

@@dkoorse idk lil bro, how's yours?

[@dkoorse]

@@badza47 im 1202 peak

[@drinkbeerandtravel]

Great videos dude. I watched about 15 in the last 24 hours.

[@flannery2010]

Great content

[@MrJHHoover]

Amazing, many thanks !

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

You got it!

[@brasileirosim5961]

Great videos!

[@kahootgames9505]

Fantastic video. Keep it coming...

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Thanks, will do!

[@sven179]

I never realised that castling early can be a dangerous thing... What a wonderful example!

[@jve2493]

This was very helpful, thanks for helping my get past 1200

[@al-qalampoetryandcalligrap1950]

Your channel is like a blessing to my chess

[@svnl3940]

Very good points. stuck at 1150 to 1200 range for the past few months. I will keep this 6 points for my further games and come back after crossing it. Tnq..

[@AmitKumar-mq3yg]

This is really helpful 👏

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks, Amit!

[@tanujb]

Thank you Nelson

[@panwafel3411]

Great!

[@ConsumerkingUk]

This guy is the best chess secret on You Tube. Gothem is great and entertaining too, this guy is just so clear.

[@Alwand122]

You're the best man

[@aridojikatochiri9120]

Underrated dude!!!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Appreciate that Jp!

[@bijoyetribhowmik9905]

After watching your videos, just within 2 weeks, I'm now 1200 from 1050.. thanx a lot.. looking forward to break it to 1300 soon :)

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Nice work!

[@NuubiKakku]

Good stuff

[@santiagolopezsola2108]

I´m stuck at 1100 and I just watched the video, I´ll be upgrading my performance, hope this works, thank you for the tips

[@vladislavshevchenko634]

12:03 I would've taken the pawn, but for the only purpose of messing up blak's pawn structure.stopping as soon as they get an isolated pawn.

[@kaalad3666]

New sub here 😊 came from the quiz video. Do you have any recommended openings for beginners (1000 rating)?

[@youngt2827]

Good shit

[@andreasgrunder7003]

Blunder check 1. Look at the move you are about to make and see if it's obviously giving away a piece 2. Look at your opponent's last move and see if there are any obvious threats because of that move. 3. Are there any checks for the king 4. Is the queen going to be in danger

[@studyzone8057]

Really helpful

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Thanks! Glad it helped!

[@NoNoahhhh]

Happy to see you as i typed 'chess 1200 score' i got to 1250 2 weeks ago. But i cant break through. I am good in endgames and average in openings, but my main mistake is the middle games. My mistakes are : 1) no longterm thinking, 2) get always overwhelmed by the attacks eventually (despite the fact i am very defensive 3) i dont know how to attack(i mainly win by surviving at the end) Your video taught me : 1) delay early castling 2) dont panik when incoming pawnwave and counterattack 3)importance of the 2nd and 7th row Thanks bro

[@michaelmappin1830]

Thank you

[@MrDavePed]

At 12:38 it is best to check the opponent's bishop to see which color it covers and choose your castle pawn advancement accordingly. So then in this case it might be better to advance the g2 pawn rather than the h2 pawn.

[@matthew55793]

Underrated chess coach!

[@tseyipfai2238]

Great content! Just subscribed. This is so useful as I am newly 1148, about to challenge myself to go pass 1200. Let's see. Also I have a question. I wonder what it means if I win way more with black. My win rate is 58.5% with black, 50.9% with White. This doesn't make too much sense right?

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Yeah generally speaking white wins more than black. Maybe you're more comfortable with the openings you play as black? Otherwise I'm not sure about that one.

[@kenbagwell8551]

Great series! would love a breaking 1400, 1600 ect.

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Already done, check the channel!

[@kenbagwell8551]

@@ChessVibesOfficial Thank you! I will check it out.

[@Sunny-dy8wt]

Hi thank you sir! Just started playing on January 17th of this year actually. I'm on my way to 1500 now!

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Wow buddy, you're on a roll! Nice work 👍

[@notsofriendlyneighborcat6030]

wow wtf thats fast

[@sadge824]

Impressive!

[@tywatkins6451]

Dude your videos are dope.

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

I appreciate that!

[@naufaldybambang4231]

Defend the king from pawn storm: 1. Delay castling by 1 or 2 move 2. Offensive can be the best defense 3. Side flank should be replied with center push 4. Wait until opponent push a pawn to blockade

[@tommorgan7599]

really great video

[@ChessVibesOfficial]

Thanks!

[@mtaur4113]

So around 3:00 plus or minus, it feels like castling is fine here, but I'm never 100% sure. There are a lot of other moves that protect the king, but castling seems really good unless I'm missing something else. The bishop on f8 will need some assistance joining the attack on the king side, so if there is an attack to be made, I'm unable to find it with a shallow evaluation on my part. I guess if white castles, I'm really unsure what the best response is to Bd5... maybe Qe2 protecting white's advanced pawn and protecting the Queen?

[@mtaur4113]

At 8:55, I'm a little worried about black's Queen pinning the pawn on the g file, and then the bishop taking on h3. Of the pawn pushes black had available, this one seems to be stronger and I'm not sure how it pans out. These threats are remote for now and there are moves yet to be played.

[@calravens8707]

Cool, helpful tipps, will try to defend my 1230 number right now with this. Thank you, tbc…..

[@TheTutorialDude]

Thank you, I went from 1150 to 1300 by using these tips!

[@Abishkarplayz-cheese-pg7ku]

I would love it if you made a playlist teaching chess for chess learners.

[@renatoperim6722]

Very good. Renato (from Brazil)

[@boxbox2621]

12:37 why h2 to prevent backrank checkmate and not g2? Since there's still the dark square bishop

[@LucaSaugeClement]

Hey Nelson, do you do private courses?