Bookable class times for Dubai
Our coaches teach from India. These are the weekly windows we can actually staff for the UAE — shown in your local time and the coach's time (IST). You book a fixed weekly slot.
| Slot | Your local time | Coach time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| After-school weekdays | Weekday after-school, 3:00–8:00 PM GST (Mon–Fri) | 4:30–9:30 PM IST |
| Weekend mornings | Saturday, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM GST | 10:30 AM–2:30 PM IST |
Why Dubai families choose online coaching
Dubai is home to a large, long-settled Indian community, and many families here already look to India for tutoring and enrichment classes outside school hours. Live online chess coaching fits into that same pattern — a fixed weekly slot from home instead of another after-school drive. Bur Dubai, Karama, Al Nahda and Discovery Gardens are among the city’s heavily Indian residential areas, so the same at-home option can serve families across both older hubs and newer communities.
Because India is only 1.5 hours behind the UAE, a normal Dubai school-day evening lines up cleanly with a normal coaching evening in India. Weekday after-school slots (roughly 3:00-8:00 PM Dubai time) and Saturday morning slots both work, so you are not limited to one narrow window — you pick whichever fits your child's homework and activity schedule better.
Honest pricing
ChessWize keeps one price list in Indian rupees (from ₹2,500 for 8 classes). Your card is simply charged the equivalent in your local currency at checkout, so there is no separate or inflated overseas rate. At recent rates that is roughly 15–50 AED per class depending on the plan; the exact charge follows the live exchange rate.
See full courses & fees →What chess training builds
Beyond the moves — the habits parents notice at home and school.
Focus that carries over
A full game is a 30–60 minute concentration workout. Coaches build it up gradually — most parents notice it first at homework time.
Confidence from real play
Wins are earned against real opponents, and losses get reviewed calmly with the coach — both build a child who isn't afraid to think.
Progress you can actually see
Every week your coach sends a WhatsApp report: what was taught, what improved, what to practise next.
Hear it from parents
Real ChessWize families, in their own words.
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"His school teacher actually called us to ask what changed. The ability to sit still and concentrate has carried straight into his maths and reading."
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What Dubai parents pay, exactly
| Format | Per-session price | Billed |
|---|---|---|
| Group (batches of six) | ₹375 | Per student · session packs |
| Two-on-One | ₹550 | Per student · session packs |
| One-to-One (1:1) | ₹1000 | Per session · session packs |
Starter pack ₹2,500 for 8 classes (₹313/session) · refund on unused classes. ChessWize keeps one price list in Indian rupees wherever you live — your bank converts at its usual rate. See full courses & fees →
Who actually teaches
Hrdyansh Pandey
FIDE 1850
7 years coaching · 700+ students
Best for: Tournament prep & rapid improvement
Tarun Gupta
FIDE 1920
10 years coaching · 300+ students
Best for: Curriculum-driven progress · senior cohort 1:1
Aryan Pal
FIDE 1780
5 years coaching · 200+ students
Best for: First-time learners & restless kids (ages 5–10)
Chess for kids in Dubai
Dubai has one of the strongest junior chess ecosystems in the Gulf. The Dubai Chess & Culture Club — the institution that produced the UAE's first International Master and its first Grandmaster — runs beginner-to-advanced programmes for children from age five and houses one of the largest dedicated chess halls in the world, and the city hosts the long-running Dubai Open, one of Asia's better-known annual tournaments. Many schools across Dubai also run chess as a co-curricular activity, so a child in structured weekly coaching has real local events to test it in.
Online vs local classes in Dubai
ChessWize does not run a physical centre in Dubai or anywhere else — coaching is online only, everywhere. If your child already has a coach nearby through school and that is working, there is no need to switch. Online tends to make more sense when you want a FIDE-rated coach without limiting the search to whoever is available in your neighbourhood, or when evenings are already tight with homework and other activities.
What parents say on Google
Harshi Agrawal
Jul 2026
We had been searching for a chess class online for our sons. Suddenly on instagram , we saw the ad for chesswize and connected with the them. The demo was really good and we started the classes for our almost 4.7 year old son. Ankit Rajoriya Sir engaged him really well , he very knowlegeble in his field. His classes are well structured and he teaches the concepts in simple and engaging manner. My son has started loving chess and has started applying the strategies. The environment of the class is really positive where kids feel safe asking questions and their queries are answered well. We truly appreciate his professionalism, dedication, and commitment towards his students. We highly recommend Chesswize and Ankit Rajoriya Sir to any parent looking for chess classes for their kids.
Ayushi Gupta
Jun 2026
We are very happy with the coaching at Chesswize, especially with our son’s teacher, Ankit Rajoriya. Ankit sir is a wonderful coach especially for younger kids.He knows the game deeply but also teaches with patience, encouragement, and real passion. He explains ideas in a clear and easy way, so children can understand and use them in their games. His classes are well-planned, fun, and motivating. Since our son started learning with Ankit sir, we have seen big improvements in his chess skills, thinking ability, focus, and confidence. He creates a friendly environment where kids feel comfortable asking questions and are inspired to keep getting better. We truly value his dedication and care for each student. We strongly recommend Chesswize and Ankit Rajoriya sir to any parent who wants quality chess coaching for their child.
Anisha Gupta
Jun 2026
Coach Ankit has been amazing for my 8-year-old. He’s super friendly and explains chess rules in a way kids actually get. My son looks forward to every Chesswize class now. He motivates him to do better without any pressure, and I’ve seen fast improvement in both his game and confidence. Highly recommend Ankit for young beginners!
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Online chess classes in Dubai: common questions
How much do the classes cost, and how do we pay from Dubai?
For India, classes start from Rs 375 per class. For families in the UAE, fees are billed in INR and your card is charged the local-currency equivalent at the live exchange rate, so it is roughly the same value rather than a separate overseas price. There is a free 30-minute demo first, and any unused classes in a package are refunded on request.
Is online coaching actually good, or should we look for an offline centre in Dubai?
ChessWize is online only — there is no physical centre in Dubai or any other city. For most kids aged 5-15, a live video class with a FIDE-rated coach, a shared digital board, and a small batch of up to 6 works as well as an in-person session, and it removes the extra drive from an already busy Dubai evening.
Will the time difference from India make scheduling difficult for us?
No — India is only 1.5 hours behind Dubai, so a coach's normal evening in India overlaps with your child's after-school hours here. Weekday slots around 4:30-9:30 PM your time and Saturday morning slots both work, and you keep the same coach and slot every week.