Chess Endgames

Practical conversion technique — mates & basic endgames

Master basic mating techniques

Learn reliable methods to convert endgames: two rooks, single rook, queen mating patterns and bishop+knight technique. Each lesson contains a diagram, step-by-step guidance and a short practice video.

An illustration of a chess endgame position.
Mate with two rooks diagram

Mate with 2 Rooks

Reliable ladder mate and conversion tips.

 Mate with one rook diagram

Mate with 1 Rook

Simple rook + king method and common pitfalls.

 Mate with queen diagram

Mate with 1 Queen

Technique and king support for forcing mate.

 Mate with two bishops diagram

Mate with 2 Bishops

Method to drive lone king to the corner.

 Bishop and knight mate diagram

Mate with Bishop & Knight

Step-by-step coordination for the hardest basic mate.