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Struggling to find the time to improve your chess skills? Are most resources too confusing or focused on titled players? ChessGoals understands these challenges and provides simple, effective training plans that fit your schedule. Our data-backed methods and coaching help you improve faster. With over 7,000 satisfied students, you can trust ChessGoals to guide your journey, no matter your current level.

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Hi, I'm Matt Jensen.
Your Chess Guide

As a National Master with over 25 years of teaching experience, I’m passionate about helping you improve. I also bring a statistical approach to chess improvement, having analyzed data from the study habits of over 400 players.

I’m joined by adult improver Jesse Buss and other esteemed coaches, all of whom are dedicated to helping you achieve your chess goals. We understand the unique challenges adult learners face and are committed to making your chess journey both effective and enjoyable.

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See how over 7,000 ChessGoals students have improved their game with our proven, efficient training methods.

Great Course!

I have spent so much time struggling to figure out what to play and these courses took all that worry and stress away from me. And unlike so many other courses, this one covers lines that people at my club actually play instead of only the stuff GMs play which has been a huge help!

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Jonathan Cannon

Student & Now Teacher

Caro-Kann Gold

I never played the Caro-Kann in my youth, and now I question that choice. Matt makes the Caro crystal clear, and honestly, it's hard to go wrong. I highly recommend this course if you are looking for new openings for Black. You will not be disappointed.

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John Kula

Caro-Kann Expert

Solid without feeling boxed in

This course made the Caro-Kann my favourite course as black. While being very solid, the also makes sure that you keep the initiative whenever possible. Some other lines of the Caro-Kann I tried out before I purchased this course often gave me the feeling of being boxed in.

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Marcel

Caro-Kann Course Expert

Fantastic Course!

This course is very well put together without having to memorize 400+ lines like in the LTR Chessable courses. It is great for club level as I usually get these positions on the board. I am winning 59% of my games with this repertoire and a crazy 73% against the most common variation I see, the advance. The support is better than any other course I've taken. You will not regret taking this course!

Jimmy Bedsole

ChessGoals Student

Rock-solid Caro-Kann course

Excellent course with even better support level. Lifetime repertoire for the club player.

Duane Summerbell

Club-level Player

Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! All courses have free preview chapters, and the Quick Start courses are free.
We have a no questions asked, full money-back 30-day guarantee.
You can ask questions and read questions from other students inside the courses. We also have a community to ask questions, and you can email Matt directly for a prompt reply.
For life! You can download the course materials as well.
Nope! You can learn at your own pace.