64 squares.
Black. White. Possibilities.
Black. White. Possibilities.
There are more of them than atoms in the observable Universe. Chess is a multidimensional game. A dialogue of structures, time, and space.
♟️ Welcome to IntoChess!
A project of positional and intuitive play. Chess is a simulator for your consciousness.
On the 64 squares, it becomes instantly clear how you make decisions: do you yield to quick dopamine and haste, or do you hold the pause and build the future?
By developing the art of managing your attention at the board, we learn to manage our reality.
At IntoChess, we shift the focus from direct mathematical calculation to intuition and the interaction of energies.
By embedding positional patterns into muscle memory, we preserve your mental resource. You no longer need to mechanically calculate variations in every line.
You literally physically feel the nature of the position: you read the space, see where pressure is forming, and feel where to direct the initiative.
This is a holistic and cyclical system that provides a measurable growth in your rating. At its core lies the Architecture of 5 Rings and 8 principles of chess aikido (intuitive play).
Through this approach, you hone your intellect, attention, intuition, multi-dimensional perception, and learn to win by applying the laws of harmony and precision of thought.
A project of positional and intuitive play. Chess is a simulator for your consciousness.
On the 64 squares, it becomes instantly clear how you make decisions: do you yield to quick dopamine and haste, or do you hold the pause and build the future?
By developing the art of managing your attention at the board, we learn to manage our reality.
At IntoChess, we shift the focus from direct mathematical calculation to intuition and the interaction of energies.
By embedding positional patterns into muscle memory, we preserve your mental resource. You no longer need to mechanically calculate variations in every line.
You literally physically feel the nature of the position: you read the space, see where pressure is forming, and feel where to direct the initiative.
This is a holistic and cyclical system that provides a measurable growth in your rating. At its core lies the Architecture of 5 Rings and 8 principles of chess aikido (intuitive play).
Through this approach, you hone your intellect, attention, intuition, multi-dimensional perception, and learn to win by applying the laws of harmony and precision of thought.
About the mentor
Hi!
I am Odarahim Aliev. Founder of IntoChess. Human potential researcher, film director, neurolinguist, and somatic alchemist.
I rank in the top 0.007% of players worldwide (according to chess.com statistics, my profile here.
I train people all over the world: from Dubai, the USA, Bali. Offline meetings — the mountains of Krasnaya Polyana.
IntoChess offers a unique perspective on chess—through the structure of Eastern Stratagems. Introducing the System of 5 Rings.
Ring of Water
8 Principles of Intuitive Play
8 Principles of Intuitive Play
Chess Aikido is the art of winning through harmony. Here are the 8 laws by which a master’s game lives.
- SpaceThe oxygen of the position. Capturing space ensures freedom of maneuver. You open up the air for your pieces and methodically take oxygen away from the opponent, smoothly narrowing their field of possibilities.
- TempoTempo is the most expensive currency on the board. Every action must carry energetic weight. Even the ability to step away from a threat with tempo allows you to dictate the script of the game. He who owns the tempo owns the future.
- ConnectivityThe harmony of the position. A lone piece is vulnerable. Ideal coordination is a living network, an orchestra where every element naturally complements the overall balance, making the position a monolith with nothing to latch onto.
- PressureProblem-posing. Through established harmony, you create constant pressure. These are not chaotic attacks. You set the rhythm and pose complex questions to the opponent, forcing them to react and drain mental energy.
- PotentialBuild up. Concentrate the energetic charge of the position by placing your pieces on their best squares. You accumulate this potential to translate it into a crushing release (opening the game) at the exact right moment.
- Balance and TensionMaintaining the harmony of the position without trying to force it. Your balance forces the opponent to lose patience, step out of equilibrium, and make the first mistake.
- ProphylaxisThe lock of the system. Scanning the oncoming potential. A timely, quiet, stabilizing decision dissolves future threats before they become real.
- TransformationBoard alchemy. Energy never dies. Space and tempo transition into an Attack. Attack transforms into a winning endgame. A master is not tied to one goal; they effortlessly convert one advantage into another.
IntoChess: Learning Formats. Children from 7 y.o. Adults. Online — worldwide. Offline — Krasnaya Polyana. Levels from 0 to 2200. Russian & English.
1. Individual
Personalized approach, strategic tracking, self-training program, building an opening repertoire, and game analysis.
Monthly pass (8 sessions + tracking) = $350
Monthly pass (8 sessions + tracking) = $350
2. Online School
Group dynamics. 2 online sessions a week. Access to video recordings. Private Telegram chat. Game analysis. Personalized recommendations.
Monthly pass (8 sessions) = $130
Monthly pass (8 sessions) = $130
3. One-time Session
Building a personalized repertoire (your Ring of Earth) = $100
In-depth analysis of your games. Video = $30.
Session = $50
In-depth analysis of your games. Video = $30.
Session = $50
Community in Sochi
We have created a Chess Club in the mountains of Krasnaya Polyana. We host atmospheric tournaments and meetups for all levels, where chess turns into the art of communication. Join our community and stay updated on fascinating events and tournaments in Polyana.
Message on Telegram @odarahim
Video of one of the tournaments below on YouTube.
Message on Telegram @odarahim
Video of one of the tournaments below on YouTube.
4 reasons to choose IntoChess over classical schools and chess teachers
The 5 Rings System
I teach you how to think. We move from state to result: intuition, balance, chess aikido. You read the DNA of the position and learn to manage your attention.
Strategy and Tracking
No chaos or random knowledge. Only a verified personal algorithm: what to do and where to direct your focus. We save your time and lead you to systemic progress. Your "running in circles" is over.
Neurophysiology
Theory crumbles under pressure. I provide a ritual. Through the laws of neuroplasticity and spaced repetition, we wire the patterns of masters directly into your reflexes and "muscle memory."
Level of the Guide
Your ceiling is determined by your mentor. My experience—a synthesis of chess, film directing, neurolinguistics, and over 20 years of energy practices—allows me to see the optimal path.
Student Results
Dima Ufimtsev. At just 7 years old, he confidently takes 1st place in tournaments. Notably, Dima studied in a group format, and we had no private 1-on-1 sessions. More results in the IntoChess Telegram channel.
Q&A (F.A.Q.)
— I have never played chess (or I play very poorly). Is your approach right for me?
Yes. Starting with a clean slate is actually better—we won't have to break old "bad" habits and dogmatic thinking. We will immediately begin laying the right foundation and the mindset of masters.
— Why does individual tracking cost more than a regular tutor?
Because you are not buying "an hour of time on Zoom," but a systemic rewiring of your mindset. I build a personal development roadmap for you, select materials, analyze your games outside of our sessions, and take full responsibility for your progress and the alteration of your neural patterns.
— How does the "muscle memory" system work at the board?
During our sessions, we uncover the meanings and philosophy of the position. But transformation requires a daily ritual. You use a simulator (spaced repetition) and receive a concrete training plan for the week. By dedicating just 20-30 minutes a day to this, you bring the recognition of correct moves to automatism (reflex), freeing your mind for creative play.
— Is it possible to study only online?
Yes. My geography of students covers the entire world. In online sessions, we use interactive boards and graphics, which often makes the perception of structures even more visual and faster than in person.
Yes. Starting with a clean slate is actually better—we won't have to break old "bad" habits and dogmatic thinking. We will immediately begin laying the right foundation and the mindset of masters.
— Why does individual tracking cost more than a regular tutor?
Because you are not buying "an hour of time on Zoom," but a systemic rewiring of your mindset. I build a personal development roadmap for you, select materials, analyze your games outside of our sessions, and take full responsibility for your progress and the alteration of your neural patterns.
— How does the "muscle memory" system work at the board?
During our sessions, we uncover the meanings and philosophy of the position. But transformation requires a daily ritual. You use a simulator (spaced repetition) and receive a concrete training plan for the week. By dedicating just 20-30 minutes a day to this, you bring the recognition of correct moves to automatism (reflex), freeing your mind for creative play.
— Is it possible to study only online?
Yes. My geography of students covers the entire world. In online sessions, we use interactive boards and graphics, which often makes the perception of structures even more visual and faster than in person.
