Weeks 1-2: Introduction and Cube Basics (Sessions 1-6) |
Session 1: Cube notation and terminology. |
Session 2: Cube anatomy (edges, corners, centers). |
Session 3: Scrambling and unscrambling practice. |
Session 4: Solving the white cross. |
Session 5: Solving the white corners. |
Session 6: Completing the entire white layer. |
Weeks 3-4: Middle Layer and Second Layer (Sessions 7-18) |
Session 7: Edge pairing techniques. |
Session 8: Completing the second layer. |
Session 9: Introduction to the CFOP method. |
Session 10: Advanced F2L techniques (Pairs 1-3). |
Session 11: More F2L practice (Pairs 4-6). |
Session 12: Advanced F2L techniques (Pairs 7-9). |
Session 13: Even more F2L practice (Pairs 10-12). |
Session 14: Speedcubing basics. |
Session 15: Practice improving cross and F2L efficiency. |
Session 16: 2-Look OLL (Orientation of Last Layer). |
Session 17 & 18: 2-Look PLL (Permutation of Last Layer). |
Weeks 5-6: Final Layer and Speed Improvement (Sessions 19-36) |
Session 19: Solving the yellow cross. |
Session 20: Orienting the final layer corners. |
Session 21: Permuting the final layer corners. |
Session 22: Parity issues (if any) and how to solve them. |
Session 23: Introduction to full OLL (Orientation of Last Layer). |
Session 24: Learning OLL algorithms (Stage 1). |
Session 25: More OLL algorithms (Stage 2). |
Session 26: Introduction to full PLL (Permutation of Last Layer). |
Session 27: Learning PLL algorithms (Stage 1). |
Session 28: More PLL algorithms (Stage 2). |
Session 29: Algorithm execution and recognition drills. |
Session 30: Fine-tuning algorithm execution for speed. |
Session 31: Advanced F2L techniques. |
Session 32: Developing lookahead and efficiency. |
Session 33: Speedcubing practice and setting personal goals. |
Session 34: Practice under timed conditions. |
Session 35: Drill techniques to improve lookahead and TPS. |
Session 36: Analyzing solves and optimizing performance. |
Weeks 1-2: Advanced CFOP Techniques (Sessions 1-18) |
Session 1: Advanced cross techniques. |
Session 2: Advanced F2L methods. |
Session 3: Drill lookahead and advanced F2L techniques. |
Session 4: Introduction to advanced OLL subsets (e.g., COLL). |
Session 5: Learning COLL algorithms. |
Session 6: More COLL algorithms. |
Session 7: Introduction to advanced PLL subsets (e.g., EPLL). |
Session 8: Learning EPLL algorithms. |
Session 9: More EPLL algorithms. |
Session 10: Algorithm execution and recognition drills. |
Session 11: Advanced F2L techniques. |
Session 12: Developing lookahead and efficiency. |
Session 13: Speedcubing practice and setting personal goals. |
Session 14: Practice under timed conditions. |
Session 15: Drill techniques to improve lookahead and TPS. |
Session 16: Analyzing solves and optimizing performance. |
Session 17: Mental preparation and competition strategies. |
Session 18: Introduction to blindfolded solving (optional). |
Weeks 3-4: Blindfolded and Advanced Skills (Sessions 19-36) |
Session 19: Blindfolded solving techniques (Beginner's method). |
Session 20: Blindfolded solving techniques (Advanced methods). |
Session 21: Practice blindfolded solving. |
Session 22: Advanced solving methods (e.g., Roux, ZZ). |
Session 23: Specialized solving techniques (e.g., One-handed solving). |
Session 24: Advanced speedcubing techniques. |
Session 25: Advanced speedcubing drills. |
Session 26: Advanced solving practice. |
Session 27: Advanced competition strategies. |
Session 28: Cubing community and resources. |
Session 29: Solving unusual cube variations (e.g., Megaminx). |
Session 30: More advanced cube variations (e.g., Pyraminx). |
Session 31: Speedcubing hardware and maintenance. |
Session 32: Solving cube mods and shape-shifting puzzles. |
Session 33: Speedcubing records and history. |
Session 34: Review and advanced solving techniques. |
Session 35: Final session - Review, Q&A, and goal setting. |
Session 36: |
Weeks 1-2: Expert Techniques and Variations (Sessions 1-18) |
Session 1: Expert CFOP techniques. |
Session 2: Expert F2L methods. |
Session 3: Expert lookahead and efficiency. |
Session 4: Expert OLL subsets (e.g., Winter Variation). |
Session 5: Expert OLL algorithms. |
Session 6: Expert PLL subsets (e.g., VLS). |
Session 7: Expert PLL algorithms. |
Session 8: Advanced algorithm execution and recognition. |
Session 9: Developing sub-10 second solves. |
Session 10: Speedcubing strategy and tactics. |
Session 11: Drill lookahead and TPS (turns per second). |
Session 12: Advanced solving practice. |
Session 13: Advanced competition strategies. |
Session 14: Solving with other methods (e.g., Petrus, ZZ). |
Session 15: Advanced blindfolded solving techniques. |
Session 16: Blindfolded solving practice. |
Session 17: Mental preparation for competitions. |
Session 18: Review and advanced solving techniques. |
Weeks 3-4: Specialized and Expert Skills (Sessions 19-36) |
Session 19: Solving cube variations (e.g., Skewb). |
Session 20: Speedcubing hardware and modifications. |
Session 21: Speedcubing records and world champions. |
Session 22: Advanced solving algorithms for unique cubes. |
Session 23: Advanced solving techniques for big cubes (e.g., 4x4, 5x5). |
Session 24: Speedcubing relay races and team solving. |
Session 25: Advanced solving strategies for unofficial events. |
Session 26: Advanced speedcubing drills. |
Session 27: Speedcubing innovation and new techniques. |
Session 28: Cube collecting and rare cubes. |
Session 29: Competition organization and judging. |
Session 30: Cubing as a hobby and career. |
Session 31: Final project: Advanced solving challenge. |
Session 32: Final project: Advanced blindfolded solving. |
Session 33: Final project: Speedcubing records attempt. |
Session 34: Graduation ceremony and celebration. |
Session 35 & 36: Farewell and future cubing goals. |