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Free forever · v1 · 7 days

Stop Hanging Pieces

A free 7-day course that builds a piece-safety scan you can use in every game — then EloForge checks whether you actually use it in real play.

  • Build a pre-move piece-safety scan
  • Catch unprotected pieces before you capture
  • Apply the habit under clock pressure
  1. Day 1: What hanging really means12 min · Free

    Before every move, name one piece of yours that might be loose.

  2. Day 2: The one-scan habit12 min · Free

    Scan every piece once: is it safe if attacked?

  3. Day 3: Before you capture12 min · Free

    Before you capture, check what hangs on your side.

  4. Day 4: Checks, captures, hangs12 min · Free

    CCTH: Checks, Captures, Threats, Hangs.

  5. Day 5: Loose pieces in the opening12 min · Free

    No adventure until development is done and the king is safe.

  6. Day 6: Time trouble safety10 min · Free

    In time trouble, only the safety checklist — nothing fancy.

  7. Day 7: Apply it to your games15 min · Free

    Play → upload → check whether the scan shows up in real games.

After you finish: apply the habit in real games, upload, and see where this course meets your chess — only with evidence. Keep the knowledge free. Pro gives you a coach that remembers how it applies to YOUR games.

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