What this Aizawl class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Aizawl. A named coach teaches on a video call and shared digital board; this is not an in-person branch.
ChessWize is online only and has no local centre in Aizawl.
Who the format fits
It fits beginners through rated players whose family can protect a recurring IST time agreed after the level check, wants a group capped at six or a one-to-one format, and values one regular coach. It does not fit a family that needs a walk-in classroom in Aizawl.
Chess classes for Aizawl families, without the ridge drive
Aizawl is built along ridges, and that shapes every evening: a class a short map distance away can still mean a long drive down switchbacks, harder still when the rain arrives. ChessWize takes the commute out of it. Your child joins a live online class with a FIDE-rated coach, in a skill-matched batch of 4-6 students or one-to-one, learns for the session, and is back at the dinner table without anyone driving down the hill in the dark.
Teaching is done by rated players: Hrdyansh Pandey, Tarun Gupta and Aryan Pal all hold FIDE ratings, and the coach who meets your child in the first session is the same coach in every session after it. You do not have to play chess yourself to follow along, because our promise is a Weekly WhatsApp report for every student, spelling out what was taught and what comes next.
One mother put it plainly: "I don't know chess, but I can see exactly what she covered each week." That visibility is deliberate. Each level, from ages 5-8 through beginner, intermediate and advanced, has a written roadmap, so you can see the step your child is on and the one ahead: safe move habits, forcing lines, a working repertoire, then tournament conditions when the time comes.
Pricing is stated up front: the starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes. Regular plans afterwards range from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class by plan. A complimentary 30-min level check places your child at the right level before you commit, and evening IST slots mean chess sits after school, homework and family time, not in place of them.
Class times for Aizawl
The page uses Indian Standard Time (Asia/Kolkata). The recurring class time is agreed with the family after the level check.
Every window is printed in India Standard Time (IST), the clock Aizawl runs on, so the time you read is the time your child attends. Morning options open at 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, late-morning blocks run 10:30 AM-2:30 PM and 11:30 AM-2:30 PM IST, midday and afternoon slots include 12:30-5:30 PM IST, and evening classes run as late as 5:30-8:30 PM and 4:30-9:30 PM IST. India stays on IST year-round, with no daylight-saving shift to track, so a 5:30 PM start stays a 5:30 PM start in every season. Pick the block that fits around school, homework and family time.
| Window | Family time | Coach time |
|---|---|---|
| Family-agreed weekly class | Recurring time agreed after the level check (IST) | The same IST appointment for the family and coach |
What Aizawl parents pay
The published list runs from ₹313 to ₹1,000 per live class. Starter pack ₹2,500 for 8 classes (₹313/session) is the entry pack.
Prices are the INR list recorded in the pricing source as of 2026-09-04; unused sessions follow the published refund guarantee.
Read the full courses and fees page →The coaching roster parents can check
No coach is assigned to Aizawl merely because this is a city page. These are the national roster details published in the coaching data; the demo confirms the actual match for a child.
Hrdyansh Pandey
Published FIDE rating 1850
FIDE ID IN-25600184 · Verify profile
Ages 5–15 · Foundation, tactical, and tournament-prep tracks
Languages: English, Hindi
Tarun Gupta
Published FIDE rating 1920
No FIDE ID is published in the current roster record.
All ages · Curriculum design + senior cohort coaching
Languages: English, Hindi
Aryan Pal
Published FIDE rating 1780
No FIDE ID is published in the current roster record.
Ages 5–10 · Beginner foundations
Languages: English, Hindi
What the curriculum covers
Class length
Class length: see the programme page. The shared programme data does not publish one duration for every track, so this page does not manufacture one.
Batch formats in the programme data
12-week synchronized batches with strictly 4-6 similarly-rated students
Private option: 1:1 Analyst Protocol. Private 1:1 live analysis sessions + engine homework + written coach reviews
Beginner → intermediate → advanced
Beginner
- Learn the board and legal moves. The child practises setup, movement, captures, check, checkmate, castling, promotion, and en passant through playable examples. The coach checks understanding by changing the position.
- Finish a complete game. Once the rules are stable, the child plays guided games. The coach helps with a simple thinking routine but leaves enough space for the student to make and correct decisions.
- Use opening principles. Development, centre control, and king safety give the first moves a purpose. The child learns principles that work across many openings before studying a named repertoire.
- Find basic tactics and endings. Forks, pins, simple mates, and basic king-and-pawn endings turn rules into practical skill. Reviews stay focused on mistakes the beginner is ready to understand.
Intermediate
- Stabilise tactical vision. Pins, forks, skewers, discoveries, and removal of the defender are practised in mixed positions. The child must identify why a tactic works and what would stop it.
- Choose candidate moves. Instead of calculating the first attractive move, the student lists sensible choices. Checks, captures, threats, and improving moves become part of a deliberate search.
- Read positional clues. Open files, weak squares, pawn breaks, and poorly placed pieces help the child form a plan. Strategy stays connected to concrete moves rather than abstract rules.
- Link openings to endings. A compact repertoire produces familiar middlegames, while essential king-and-pawn and rook endings improve confidence when pieces come off the board.
Advanced
- Audit the player's game. Recent tournament and online games are grouped by error type. The coach establishes priorities and distinguishes one-off mistakes from patterns that need a training block.
- Deepen calculation. Exercises include candidate selection, comparison of resulting positions, defensive resources, and stopping points. Accuracy and evaluation matter more than the number of moves calculated.
- Refine repertoire and strategy. Opening files are tied to model positions and likely opponents. Middlegame work covers pawn structures, exchanges, initiative, and transitions rather than memorisation alone.
- Convert training into events. Pre-event preparation, clock plans, rest, and post-event review connect weekly lessons to competitive play. The plan changes as new game evidence appears.
How the first month starts
The level check establishes the starting point. Early lessons then use the first roadmap goal for that level: beginners learn the board and legal moves, intermediate players stabilise tactical vision, and advanced players audit recent games. The coach moves from that evidence instead of assigning a city-wide syllabus.
Practice and parent reporting
A beginner benefits from repetition with variation. Set up a king-in-check position in several ways, ask for all legal responses, or practise one mating pattern from both sides of the board. This confirms that the child understands the idea rather than remembers one diagram.
For visibility at home, the published commitment is Weekly WhatsApp report for every student, giving the family a regular account of what to practise next.
Recorded programme results
The first-party trust record, last changed 2026-07-13, lists 1,000 students coached and 1,500 parents. It also records 4 district finishers in a cohort of 12, plus an average of 4 months to a first tournament. These are past records, not a promised result for one child.
DISTRICT — 2ND PLACE
Rachit Seksaria
Came to us plateaued and prepping for a district event. The coach analysed his games to pinpoint weak links, then drilled them. Within 2 months he finished 2nd (on tiebreaks) in the district tournament.
Event: District Tournament — 2nd place (tiebreaks)
Record date: 2 months in programme
FIDE-RATED AT AGE 6
Gahan C
His mother was understandably worried — would a 3-year-old learn online? She agreed to a 2-month trial. That was 2½ years ago. Gahan is still with us, has progressed from absolute beginner to a FIDE-rated player, and is the academy's youngest tournament-rated student.
Event: FIDE-rated tournament (youngest in academy)
Record date: 2.5+ years in programme
ACTIVE PROGRAMME STUDENT
Jiyansh
Active student in our structured programme — works through the same Foundation → Tactical → Tournament pathway every ChessWize student does. Photos from his recent classroom and practice sessions.
Event: Cohort tournament practice
Record date: In programme
How child safety works
Every coach clears a multi-step hiring process, and background verification — police clearance plus a reference check — is completed before they teach a child. Classes are live lessons rather than recorded lesson libraries, parents may sit in on any session, and a parent or guardian should remain at home during classes for children under eight. Read the complete, observable delivery policy on the child safety page.
What to set up at home
Any laptop, desktop, or tablet with a stable internet connection and a webcam. Classes run on Zoom plus our own student platform for puzzles, homework, and progress tracking. Nothing to install — it all runs in the browser.
What happens in the demo
- 1 · Meet
A FIDE-rated coach meets the child for the complimentary 30-min level check before you commit.
- 2 · Check
The child plays and solves positions so the coach can identify the current level.
- 3 · Match
The family hears which skill-matched batch or one-to-one format fits the assessment.
- 4 · Decide
No payment is taken before the demo. Paid classes begin only after enrolment and an agreed recurring time.
The four published commitments
These lines come directly from the shared trust record and are shown without rewriting their terms.
- Same coach every session — no rotation
- 100% refund on unused sessions
- Complimentary 30-min level check before you commit
- Weekly WhatsApp report for every student
Eleven checks to make before enrolling
Each answer below is tied to the section that carries its proof, so a parent can verify the detail rather than rely on a slogan.
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Check 1
Who teaches my child, and are they rated?
Your child is taught by a FIDE-rated coach: Hrdyansh Pandey (rating 1850, FIDE ID IN-25600184), Tarun Gupta (rating 1920) or Aryan Pal (rating 1780). Whichever coach is matched to your child stays the same every session, so the first lesson builds on the last.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Batches are capped at 4-6 students, grouped so peers are similarly rated: highly collaborative learning with intense peer-play, group calculation and team-based tactics, in 12-week synchronized batches. If you want the coach alone, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol maps your child's current game and targets the highest-value gap.
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Check 3
Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
Yes. Levels run from ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15 through beginner, intermediate and advanced, plus tournament prep, rating improvement, an online summer camp, group and one-to-one tracks. Each level has a written roadmap, so a beginner finishes complete games and opening principles while an advanced student deepens calculation and converts training into events.
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Check 4
How will I know it is working?
You get a written WhatsApp report every week, so you can see what was covered and where your child stands, even if you have never played yourself. The change also shows on the board: a beginner moves from first complete games to opening principles, basic tactics and endings, step by step.
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Check 5
Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live online sessions your child attends from home, so you can be in the room or nearby whenever you want: no steep ridge-to-ridge drive after school or church, and no evening road trip in the rain. Sessions run in English or Hindi for ages 5-15. The complimentary 30-min demo lets you watch the format before you commit, and the weekly WhatsApp report shows what each class covered.
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Check 6
Can we try before paying?
Yes. Your first session is a Complimentary 30-min level check before you commit: the coach meets your child, assesses the current level, and the demo costs nothing. Use that session to test your home network and see the format before paying anything.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
If you stop, unused classes are refundable under plan rules: our promise is a 100% refund on unused sessions. You can leave without forfeiting classes you have already paid for but not used.
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Check 8
Will the timings fit our week?
Coach availability windows run from a 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST morning block to evening slots ending as late as 9:30 PM IST, so chess can sit after school, homework and family time. Aizawl follows IST year-round: the slot you choose at the demo is the slot you keep, with no seasonal clock change to track.
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Check 9
What does it cost, exactly?
The starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes, which works out to ₹313 per class. After that, regular plans run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan. Those are two different prices: the pack is the entry, and the ongoing rate depends on the plan you choose.
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Check 10
Is there a path to tournaments?
Yes. There is a tournament-prep track that walks through the event format, repairs the game plan and rehearses tournament conditions before the day. Families also have results to weigh: 12 cohort district finishers, including 4 wins, and an average of 4 months from starting to a first tournament.
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Check 11
What do I have to do at home?
Very little structure is needed from you. Younger children do best with five to ten focused minutes at a time: ask your child to set up the board, show how one piece moves, or solve two familiar positions. Save one game a week for class and note any rule that caused an argument at home. The coach turns that into the next lesson's starting point.
Check the proof →
Watch every family video in the source record
These four files, posters, speaker labels, quotes, and summaries come from the testimonial and evidence inventories. Metadata appears only when it exists in those records.
A Parent's Journey
ChessWize Parent
“We tried two other academies before ChessWize. The difference is the weekly progress report — I can actually see what's working. He's improved more than we ever imagined.”
Steady, visible improvement
2026-05-03 owner-cleared-2026-09-04
From Beginner to Confident
ChessWize Parent
“She wouldn't even play with her grandfather because she was afraid of losing. Six months in, she's the one challenging him. The confidence is the real result.”
Composed under pressure · plays tournaments
2026-05-03 owner-cleared-2026-09-04
Transformation in Focus
ChessWize Parent
“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.”
Focus carried into school work
2026-05-03 owner-cleared-2026-09-04
Student Testimonial
ChessWize Student
“What I love most is that my coach actually explains why a move is bad — not just that it is. I'm thinking ahead two or three moves now without being told.”
Tournament-ready in 6 months
2026-05-03 owner-cleared-2026-09-04
Written reviews from parents
The full written-review array is shown below, with a Aizawl-tagged record first when the source has one. Names, roles, cities, dates, ratings, and words remain as stored.
★★★★★
Honestly, I was skeptical about online chess coaching.
“Aadvik hated sitting still for anything, and I thought a Zoom class would last two weeks max. It's been six months. Last Sunday his class teacher called just to ask what changed — his attention in maths has jumped. He now does his puzzles before I'm up. Coach Arjun has the patience I don't.”
Rupali Sharma
Mother of Aadvik (9) · Lucknow
March 2026
★★★★★
She used to cry after every loss. Not anymore.
“Anika was playing 'casually' on chess.com and hanging pieces every game. First month the coach just drilled Checks-Captures-Threats. The dashboard is what sold me though. I don't know chess, but I can see exactly what she covered each week. Her play sharpened on its own by week eight.”
Monika Iyer
Mother of Anika (11) · Kanpur
February 2026
★★★★★
The resilience piece was unexpected — and the real win.
“We signed up for chess. What Ishita got was emotional self-regulation. Month one was all about learning to lose without falling apart. By month three she was analysing her own games after tournaments, pointing out where she'd blundered, calmly. Her results followed. But honestly, the composure is what I'll remember.”
Anjana Rao
Mother of Ishita (10) · Mumbai
January 2026
Every stored Google review
Google rating 5.0 from 21 reviews; the stored review set was pulled 2026-07-08.
Harshi
July 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.
Read on Google →Ayushi
June 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.
Read on Google →Anisha
June 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!
Read on Google →Susmita
June 2026
★★★★★
We are extremely happy with the quality of coaching provided by Chesswize, especially by our son’s chess teacher, Ankit Rajoria. Ankit is an exceptional coach who combines deep chess knowledge with patience, encouragement, and a genuine passion for teaching. He explains concepts in a simple and engaging manner, making it easy for young learners to understand and apply new strategies. His lessons are well-structured, interactive, and motivating. Since joining Chesswize and learning under Ankit’s guidance, we have noticed a significant improvement in our son’s chess skills, critical thinking, concentration, and confidence. Ankit creates a positive learning environment where children feel comfortable asking questions and are encouraged to continuously improve. We truly appreciate his dedication, professionalism, and commitment to each student’s growth. We highly recommend Chesswize and Ankit Rajoria to any parent looking for high-quality chess coaching for their child.
Read on Google →divya
June 2026
★★★★★
I am very happy with the overall experience at chesswize! Mr Ankit Rajoriya makes the class so much fun. Honestly the whole session finishes without any boring or dull moment. Everything is so systematic. Its worth it!
Read on Google →Padma
June 2026
★★★★★
Hi, just wanted to share a feedback about the ongoing chess classes My daughter harshitha really enjoyed learning chess with Ankit Rajoriya. His classes are highly engaging and interactive, making it easy to stay focused throughout the session. He explains concepts clearly, patiently answers questions, and provides practical strategies that help improve both understanding and gameplay. I have noticed a steady improvement in her chess skills and confidence since joining his classes. I would highly recommend Ankit as a chess coach to anyone looking to learn and grow in chess. Really appreciate the effort and happy with her progress 👍
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manasa
June 2026
★★★★★
It was a great platform for kids and learners.. teaching concepts and making them to think and play..Ankit rajoriya sir was excellent in teaching makes children in comfort zone by funy way and he starts teaching .that is the way children can engage whole time..
Read on Google →Sri
June 2026
★★★★★
Extremely happy with Tarun, he teaches my son really well, explains the topic in child understandable language, very disciplined..Thanks for the wonderful sessions
Read on Google →Anusha
December 2025
★★★★★
Chesswise Academy is an excellent place for kids to learn chess. The trainer is patient, knowledgeable, and focuses on building strong basics. Classes are well-organized and engaging. I can see good improvement in my child’s thinking and confidence. Highly recommend Chesswise Academy for chess learning.
Read on Google →priyanshu
December 2025
★★★★★
A perfect place to learn chess the right way. Excellent trainers, structured lessons, and amazing improvement.
Read on Google →Utkarsh
December 2025
★★★★★
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great learning platform with clear teaching, supportive mentors, and well-structured content. Very effective and highly recommended
Read on Google →Shailja
November 2025
★★★★★
It's a truly amazing platform which not only enriches the individual's skills but also boost up the candidates to pursue in the field of success ....
Read on Google →Tushar
November 2025
★★★★★
My nephew is learning chess from chesswize and I'm very happy with his progress.The teaching style is clear, engaging, and very student friendly. Highly recommended for kids!
Read on Google →Ankit
November 2025
★★★★★
One of the best platform to learn chess skill, enhance either. The instructors are young and enthusiastic.
Read on Google →20EC101
November 2025
★★★★★
ChessWize is a great platform for improving chess skills—clean interface, smart puzzles, and very helpful analysis.
Read on Google →Priyansh
November 2025
★★★★★
My brother started chess 6 months ago from beginner level and now he is in Intermediate level. Their 2:1 program is highly effective.
Read on Google →Rajeev
November 2025
★★★★★
I am extremely happy with ChessWize Chess Academy. The coaching is very structured, child-friendly, and delivered with amazing patience. Each session is interactive and helps kids build strong fundamentals along with confidence. The best part is the personal attention given to every student, which truly makes a big difference in their progress. The academy also celebrates students’ achievements, motivating them even more. I strongly recommend ChessWize to anyone looking for quality chess training.
Read on Google →Why the online format fits Aizawl
Aizawl is the capital of Mizoram, a hill city built along ridges with steep roads and a high-literacy, education-focused society. Christian community life, strong school culture, and mountain geography define how families plan every weekday trip.
Ridge-to-ridge travel in Aizawl is slow even for short map distances, and rain makes evening driving harder. Online live chess removes the hillside pickup entirely while still connecting children to FIDE-rated coaches.
Local chess context
Mizoram’s literacy and schooling emphasis means parents already protect study hours carefully. Chess fits when it is a calm, coach-led skill block at home rather than another steep road journey after church, school, and homework.
Aizawl’s vertical neighbourhoods mean two families “nearby” on a map may be separated by switchbacks; online coaching equalises access so the child is not limited to whoever teaches on their own ridge.
Online and offline choices
A small offline group can suit children who live next door to a teacher and want in-person friends. Online is usually the practical choice across most of Aizawl when rain, gradients, and parent work hours make a second descent into town unreliable.
Programme claims are linked to the first-party source pages below; the city wording remains the existing city record.
Questions from parents in Aizawl
How much do online chess classes for kids in Aizawl cost?
ChessWize starts from Rs 375 per class. Live 1:1 or batches of at most six with a FIDE-rated coach, same mentor weekly, WhatsApp parent report, and unused classes refundable under plan rules. Free 30-minute demo with no payment to try the format.
Do you have an offline chess centre in Aizawl?
No. ChessWize has no physical centre in Aizawl or any city. Coaching is live online in English or Hindi for ages 5–15. Local school or community groups can still meet in person; we provide the structured weekly remote coaching only.
Will classes work with Aizawl’s rain and occasional connectivity issues?
Video needs a workable link. Many homes already use online school resources; test the same network in the free demo. Keep a mobile hotspot as backup for monsoon evenings. If the line is chronically weak, fix connectivity first — we will not pretend a frozen call equals a full lesson.
How is the fee structured when we begin?
The entry point is the starter pack at ₹2,500 for 8 classes. That works out to ₹313 per class within the pack. Regular plans afterwards are priced per class, from ₹375 up to ₹1,000 depending on the plan and format you choose. The demo before any of this costs nothing, so your child can try a session first.
Will monsoon rain and a weak connection spoil the lessons?
Video needs a workable link, so test your usual network in the free demo first. Keep a mobile hotspot as backup for monsoon evenings, the way many homes already do for online school resources. If the line is chronically weak, fix connectivity before enrolling: a frozen call is not a full lesson, and we will not pretend otherwise.
Is there any in-person coaching option here?
No. Coaching is live online only, in English or Hindi, for ages 5-15. There is no ChessWize centre in Aizawl or any other city, which is what lets a rated coach reach your ridge without a building. Local school or community groups can still meet in person. We provide the structured weekly coaching online.
What will my child actually learn each week?
Each level follows a written roadmap. A 5-8 year old starts by feeling at home with the board, building safe move habits and playing short complete games. A 9-12 year old works on removing avoidable losses and calculating forcing lines. Teenagers establish an honest baseline and build a working repertoire. The coach teaches one clear weekly idea, then your child practises it with peers at a similar level.
Why online coaching instead of a local chess club?
A small offline group can suit a child who lives next door to a teacher. Across most of Aizawl, though, two families who look nearby on a map can be separated by switchbacks, and rain or parent work hours make a second descent into town unreliable. Online coaching equalises access, so your child is matched to the right coach and level rather than to whoever teaches on your own ridge.
Can I watch or sit in on my child's session?
Yes. Classes happen live in your home, so you can stay in the room or nearby for as long as you like. There is no centre to drop your child at and no closed door between you and the lesson. The weekly WhatsApp report also tells you what was covered, so you can follow the teaching even on the weeks you cannot sit in.
Does my child need to know chess before starting?
No. The beginner track starts from the board and legal moves, then moves to finishing a complete game, opening principles, and basic tactics and endings. Younger children follow the ages 5-8 roadmap, which begins with feeling at home with the board and building safe move habits. The complimentary 30-min level check places your child wherever they actually are.
Which age groups do you teach?
Children from ages 5 to 15. There are dedicated roadmaps for ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15, and children are placed by working level rather than age alone, so an advanced ten-year-old and a new fourteen-year-old are not taught the same material. Batches of 4-6 are grouped by similar rating, and one-to-one coaching is available when a child needs the coach alone.