Chess school in your browser
Learn the gambits that win games.
21 gambits with 63 lines, explained move by move. Then the bot tests you, and spaced review keeps every line in your head.
No account. No download. Your progress stays on your device.
Live: the Englund Trap
How you learn
Learn
Gustav, your coach, shows every move and explains why it works.
Test
The bot picks a random line. You do not know which one, just like in a real game.
Review
Lines come back after 1, 3, 7, 14 and 30 days, right before you would forget them.
Everything for your next game
Gambits
From the King's Gambit to the Stafford: main lines, declined lines and the traps your opponents fall into.
Puzzles
655 tactics puzzles in 10 worlds: from mate in one to brilliant sacrifices and the only move that saves you.
Bots
Six opponents from 400 to 2600 Elo, or set any strength you like.
Lessons
Completely new to chess? Short lessons teach the rules right on the board.
Your opponents
Questions
Is Gambit Academy really free?
Yes. The app is funded by ads, and every feature is free.
Do I need an account?
No. Your progress is saved in your browser on this device.
Is there an app for my phone?
The website works on any phone and can be added to your home screen. An Android app for Google Play is in the works.
Which languages are available?
English and German. The app follows the language of your browser, and you can switch at any time.