News
The latest from the academy.
August 20, 2026
New premium subscriptions are on pause
While proprietary content and a full coaching team come together, no new premium subscriptions are open. Existing members are not affected.
August 19, 2026
Three classic openings explained move by move
The Italian Game, the Ruy Lopez, and the Queen's Gambit join the article catalog, each with an interactive board to follow every move.
August 18, 2026
A weekly newsletter to improve without even trying
One chess tip a week, illustrated with a board position, sent straight to your inbox. Free sign-up from the home page, no account required.
August 15, 2026
No more video catalog: interactive in-house lessons instead
The third-party video catalog has been removed from the member area. In its place: interactive lessons built by the academy, with a playable board, organized by level and topic.
August 4, 2026
Four new educational articles are live
Stalemate, en passant, chess notation, and the back-rank mate join the free article catalog.
August 4, 2026
RiaChess is hiring chess teachers and coaches
The academy is looking for passionate, teaching-minded players to run live coaching. Applications open via the Staff page.
August 3, 2026
Premium membership is now available
Live coaching and the academy's internal tournaments are now available through premium membership, no commitment required.
August 1, 2026
RiaChess is officially open
The academy opens its doors online: free registration, first courses available now.