What is the Magnet Tactic in Chess?

The Magnet Tactic is a brilliant chess maneuver where a player draws — or “magnetizes” — an enemy piece to a specific square, often to deliver a follow-up tactic like a fork, pin, or checkmate. It's all about luring your opponent where you want them to be.

At Archer Chess Academy, we teach kids to recognize tactical setups like the Magnet — and how to execute them to perfection.

Why Kids Should Learn the Magnet Tactic

• Enhances Tactical Combinations: Shows how one idea leads to another.

• Sharpens Planning: Helps kids visualize multi-step traps.

• Builds Creativity: Teaches how to set clever, forcing ideas on the board.

Common Examples

• Sacrificing a piece to pull the king into a mating net.

• Offering a capture to lure a queen onto a vulnerable square.

• Forcing a defender away from its post to break down protection.

We teach these patterns through famous games and engaging puzzle challenges.

How Archer Chess Academy Builds This Skill

In our online chess classes for kids, we:

• Use colorful visuals to explain the luring process.

• Break down real-game examples featuring the Magnet Tactic.

• Challenge students to build and solve their own “trap setups.”

Teach Kids the Power of Planning

The Magnet Tactic is all about foresight, setup, and timing — and it’s one of the most exciting tactical themes to play. At Archer Chess Academy, we make these advanced ideas fun and easy for every student.