About PACT
PACT is a super initiative / mission to promote and support
CHESS educational programs in Andhra Pradesh & other States, UTs in India
through chess community outreach with the help and support of Local,
National & International partnerships to increase the awareness of the
educational value of Chess. PACT acts as a Guide,
and to support Players’ parents & Players in their endeavors,
later to reward for their achievements in their Chess Career.
We say it COOL, SIMPLE & STRAIGHT
Yeah, that’s right. We talk to each other openly and honestly.
Why? Because we care about working in an environment where
everyone communicates directly and respectfully.
Why are we passionate about chess?
Chess is a noble game in the world of sport. It is the most popular mind game in
the world. The game has been played since the 6th century AD and is still
fascinating the people across the globe and is the subject for medical research
professionals and computer engineers. Chess game in one fun activity that
exercises the brain.
Just as physical exercises help a person keep his muscles and bones fit and
healthy, playing chess helps a person exercise his brain and keep it fit and healthy.
Playing chess will strengthen kids mental capabilities and make brain a healthy
one. A good game of chess is equivalent to a visit to the gym for having a workout
of aerobic exercises.
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Benefits for PACT Member
MENTORING : PACT programme features
Visualizations and Interactions that
help your Family/players quickly
understand concepts, the variety of
chess topics, the usefulness of
chess coaching and ways to prepare
for tournaments.
PRACTICE : PACT is loaded with numerous
chess practice materials which makes
practising chess a fun experience. It
helps your kids through the initial
learning phase and takes you
through the more advanced planning
and strategy.
PRODUCTIVITY : PACT programme trusts that
Chess trains the brain to focus
for extended periods, reducing
distractions and increasing
productivity in other tasks that
require sustained attention.
DEVELOPMENT : PACT programmes analyze a
player's games and identify
strengths and weaknesses,
helping them develop their
potential.
SKILLS : Key Chess skills like Visualization,
Calculation, Tactics, Evaluation /
Analysis, Strategy, Openings and End
games will be regularly monitored
through PACT observatory tools and
methods to guide players obtain
such skills in lesser time.
Zugzwang
Key Aspects of Zugzwang:
Forced Disadvantage: The player in zugzwang is not necessarily in check, but every available move leads to a deterioration of their position.
Endgame Focus: Zugzwang most often occurs in endgames, particularly in pawn endings, where having to move a king or pawn away from a defensive position allows the opponent to win.
Turn-Based Pressure: It is a key concept where the obligation to move (the core rule of chess) acts against the player whose turn it is.