Samepuzzles.Fastereverytime.
Repeat one set until every tactic is instant.
“This app is amazing. My ELO has improved rapidly after months of stagnation. My speed has really improved due to my ability to recognize tactics. Thank you!”
Woodpecker Method tactics trainer
Same puzzles.
Faster every time.
Stop grinding random puzzles. Train one fixed set in repeated cycles until every tactic is instant, and level up your knight while you do it.
Your path through a set
How solve time per puzzle drops as you repeat the setWhat is ChessPecker?
Built on the Woodpecker Method
An intensive repetition system that makes pattern recognition automatic. Create a set matched to your rating, solve it in cycles, and get faster each time until you see the tactic without calculating.
Every solve earns XP for avatars, frames and board themes in the XP Store.
New to the Woodpecker Method? Read the full guide →What players say
“Thanks - as an Arena FIDE Master, this is an amazing 5-star platform.”
Atharv Saxena (AFM)“I started using ChessPecker consistently, solving a few hundred puzzles every day. The structure and simplicity make it easy to stay disciplined, and the improvement carried over directly into my tournament games. This is one of the most practical training tools I've used.”
Jonathan Weiss“The repetition-based approach helped me recognize tactics much faster over time. After a few weeks, I noticed a clear improvement in my calculation speed and confidence during games.”
Alex Petrov“This app is amazing. My ELO has improved rapidly after months of stagnation. My speed has really improved due to my ability to recognize tactics. Thank you!”
Jordan Reindl“I've tried many tactics trainers, but this one finally made the Woodpecker method click for me. Clean, fast, and motivating to use.”
Thomas Nguyen“I've been using ChessPecker for 3 months and it became a crucial part of my chess training. Solving 200+ puzzles daily with the Woodpecker method has really boosted my calculation and consistency. It's simple, smooth, and genuinely effective.”
Roman“Finished my first 8 laps set of 100 puzzles. My 8th round was 99% accuracy in around 14 minutes!”
Emilio Lopez“ChessPecker fits perfectly into my daily training routine and keeps me focused on patterns that actually appear in games.”
Marco Alvarez“I love this site. It helped me get better at chess. Thanks for creating this site and helping people improve.”
Mohmad Sameer“I love the app! The woodpecker method is a great way to improve.”
DavidFAQ
Is ChessPecker free to use?
Yes. Core features are free. Premium unlocks larger sets and more themes.
How many cycles should I repeat?
Most users do 5-8 cycles. You'll see gains by cycle 3-4.
What puzzle rating should I choose?
Start at or slightly below your real rating. Aim for a 60-70% solve rate on your first cycle.
Every grandmaster started as a pawn.
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