What is the Windmill in Chess?

The Windmill is a brilliant and rare chess tactic where a series of discovered checks forces the opponent into repeated moves while you collect material. It's named after the sweeping, repetitive motion of a windmill — and it's as beautiful as it is devastating.

At Archer Chess Academy, we introduce students to this advanced tactic to boost both imagination and calculation skills.

Why the Windmill is Worth Learning

• Demonstrates Tactical Precision: Shows how forcing moves create long combinations.

• Encourages Creative Thinking: Kids learn how to spot and set up complex sequences.

• Highly Memorable: Once you see a windmill in action, you never forget it — it inspires deeper tactical understanding.

How Archer Chess Academy Teaches It

In our online chess classes for kids, we:

• Use legendary examples (like Torre vs. Lasker) to explain the concept.

• Give puzzles designed to help kids understand the setup and execution.

• Break down the mechanics — discovered checks, pins, and skewers — that make windmills possible.

Inspiring Creativity Through Tactics

The Windmill is a perfect example of how chess rewards creativity and precision. At Archer Chess Academy, we make learning tactics like this fun, engaging, and easy for kids.