What this Bengaluru class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Bengaluru. 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 Bengaluru.
Who the format fits
It fits families with a beginner through a rated player who can keep a recurring IST time agreed after the level check, want a group capped at six or a one-to-one lesson, and want one regular coach. It does not fit a family that needs a walk-in classroom in Bengaluru.
Serious chess coaching for Bengaluru kids, without the commute
Bengaluru families juggle IB, ICSE, and CBSE calendars plus late commutes from Electronic City or Manyata. A fixed on-screen slot is easier to protect than a centre visit after school pickup across town. Your child gets a coach live, in real time, and keeps the same coach every session. No rotation, no substitute who has to relearn your child's game. Evening slots fit around homework and tuitions, and no weeknight is lost to Outer Ring Road traffic.
Classes run in small, skill-matched batches of 4-6 students, or one-to-one if you prefer. The curriculum is a real ladder: from learning the board and legal moves, through opening principles and tactics, to rating improvement and tournament preparation. Karnataka's school and rating-tournament calendar keeps expanding, so a clear week-by-week plan and a coach who stays with your child make the difference between casual play and steady rating gains.
You will know it is working. One mother says in her video, 'She is taking more interest in playing chess'. A parent of a five-year-old says, 'In one month, my son has shown immense progress in the game of chess.' You get a weekly WhatsApp report for every student, and a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit. Start with the starter pack of ₹2,500 for 8 classes, then regular plans run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan. In Bengaluru, within 48 hours of monthly enrolment, cancelling returns the paid fee.
School halls, age-category rapids and a Bengaluru GM
The Bengaluru Urban District Chess Association is the KSCA-affiliated district body for the city. Age-category play is listed in school halls, including the 6th BKCC Open and Age Category Rapid Tournament 2026, listed for 4 October 2026 at Orchids The International School. Greenwood High hosted the CISCE National Chess Championship on 22 September 2025, welcoming over 500 players, coaches and officials from fourteen regions. GM Pranav Anand, a Bangalore boy, became India's 76th Grandmaster and Karnataka's fourth.
Who runs junior chess here
Events a child from Bengaluru can enter
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6th BKCC Open and Age Category Rapid Tournament 2026
listed for 4 October 2026 · Orchids The International School, Bengaluru
The listing names open and age-category rapid play at the school; confirm the exact age sections before entering. [3]
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Global Indian International School Age Category Chess Tournament 2025
Held on 30 August 2025 · Global Indian International School, Bannerghatta campus, Bangalore
The school staged this age-category tournament under KSCA event code KSCA/G61/2526. [2]
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CISCE National Chess Championship
Held on 22 September 2025 · Greenwood High, Bangalore
The championship brought together over 500 players, coaches and officials from fourteen regions; ask your school about the entry route for later editions. [4]
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Vibgyor High Viva Inter-School Chess Tournament
Held on 7 December 2024 · Vibgyor High Chokkanahalli, Bengaluru
The inter-school tournament included sections ranging from Under-8 to Under-16. [5]
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2nd Namma Bengaluru International Grandmasters Open Chess Tournament
Held from 10 to 18 April 2025 · Koramangala Indoor Stadium, Bengaluru
The international grandmasters open was held under the aegis of KSCA, AICF and FIDE; consult the organiser about eligibility for later editions. [6]
Where to play
- Orchids The International School. The school is the listed venue for the BKCC rapid scheduled for 4 October 2026. [3]
- Koramangala Indoor Stadium. Hosted the 2nd Namma Bengaluru International Grandmasters Open from 10 to 18 April 2025. [6]
- Greenwood High. The Bangalore school hosted the CISCE National Chess Championship on 22 September 2025. [4]
- Global Indian International School. The Bannerghatta campus staged a KSCA age-category tournament on 30 August 2025. [2]
- Vibgyor High Chokkanahalli. Ran the Viva inter-school tournament on 7 December 2024 with Under-8 to Under-16 sections. [5]
- MLA Academy of Higher Education. The Malleshwaram campus in Bangalore hosted the state women's championship from 15 to 17 August 2025. [2]
Players from Bengaluru
- Pranav Anand. The KSCA titled-players listing names Pranav Anand of Bangalore as a Grandmaster, India's 76th and Karnataka's fourth. [7]
From online class to a first tournament
- Ask the Bengaluru Urban District Chess Association which city events offer age-category sections suitable for your child.
- Check the association listings for school-hosted age-category events and confirm whether the chosen edition is accepting entries.
- If the child's school is on the CISCE calendar, ask whether it sends a team to events such as the national championship Greenwood High hosted on 22 September 2025.
- Consult the chosen event notice about AICF online registration and the applicable KSCA registration season.
- Practise the published time control online, then rehearse the same clock settings over a physical board.
Good to know
- The Karnataka State Women's Chess Championship 2025 was organised by the Bengaluru Urban District Chess Association from 15 to 17 August 2025 at MLA Academy of Higher Education, Malleshwaram.
- The April 2025 grandmasters open took place at Koramangala Indoor Stadium from 10 to 18 April.
- The December 2024 Vibgyor High Chokkanahalli tournament listed Under-8 to Under-16 sections; check a later notice for its own age limits.
Sources (checked 2026-09-28)
- [1] District Associations - Karnataka State Chess Association
- [2] ChessBox listing of Indian tournaments for August 2025
- [3] 6th BKCC Open and Age Category Rapid Tournament 2026 - Karnataka State Chess Association
- [4] EducationWorld report on the 2025 CISCE National Chess Championship
- [5] Chess Tournaments in Karnataka – December 2024 – ChessBox
- [6] Report on the 2025 Namma Bengaluru Grandmasters Open
- [7] Karnataka State Chess Association titled players listing
- [8] AICF online player registration
Class times for Bengaluru
All sessions run on India Standard Time (IST), so there is no daylight saving shift to track for Bengaluru families. Coach availability windows span the week, including 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, 12:30-5:30 PM IST, 4:30-9:30 PM IST, and 5:30-8:30 PM IST on different days. Evening slots fit neatly after school, homework, and tuitions, and morning or early-afternoon windows suit weekends and holidays. We schedule with you, so the slot you choose stays yours every week.
Published weekly schedule in Indian Standard Time (Asia/Kolkata), as of 2026-09-05
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| Window | Family time | Coach time |
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| Family-agreed weekly class | Recurring time agreed after the level check (IST) | The same IST appointment for the family and coach |
What Bengaluru parents pay
Regular classes run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per live class. The starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes.
Prices are the INR list recorded in the pricing source as of 2026-09-29; unused sessions follow the published Refund policy.
Read the full courses and fees page →The coaching roster parents can check
No coach is assigned to Bengaluru 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
Ages 5–15 · Foundation, tactical, and tournament-prep tracks
Languages: English, Hindi
Tarun Gupta
All ages · Curriculum design + senior cohort coaching
Languages: English, Hindi
Aryan Pal
Ages 5–10 · Beginner foundations
Languages: English, Hindi
What the curriculum covers
Four phases: learn the board and legal moves; finish a complete game; use opening principles; find basic tactics and endings.
Recorded programme results
As of 2026-07-13, the trust record lists 1,000 students coached and 1,500 parents, with 4 district finishers in a cohort of 12 and an average of 4 months to a first tournament. These are past records, not a promise for one child.
How classes run
Your child keeps the same coach in a supervised small group, and a parent can sit in on any lesson. Read the full policy on the child safety page.
At home you need a laptop or tablet with a webcam and stable internet. Classes run in the browser. Setup details are on the online chess classes page.
The first meeting is a free 30-minute level check. Paid classes start only after you enrol and agree a recurring time.
The four published commitments
- Same coach every session — no rotation
- Full refund within 48 hours of enrolling on a monthly plan
- Complimentary 30-min level check before you commit
- Weekly WhatsApp report for every student
Refund wording is on the refund policy.
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 experienced coaches such as Hrdyansh Pandey, Tarun Gupta, and Aryan Pal. The same coach teaches every session, so your child is never handed to a rotating substitute who does not know their games.
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How many children share the coach?
Group batches are strictly limited to 4-6 similarly-rated students, placed by working level so peer play stays useful. If you want the coach's full attention, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol gives your child a private session focused on their own games and highest-value gaps.
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Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
Yes. There are age tracks for ages 5-8, 9-12, and 13-15, plus beginner, intermediate, advanced, tournament-prep, and rating-improvement roadmaps. A beginner starts with the board, legal moves, and a first complete game; advanced students work on calculation, repertoire, and converting training into events.
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How will I know it is working?
You receive a weekly WhatsApp report for every student, so you can see exactly what was covered and how your child is progressing even if you do not play chess yourself. Coaches review real games from class and home practice, and progress is tracked against the roadmap for your child's level.
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Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live online sessions with a coach who watches every game in real time. Your child learns from home, so there is no travel or un supervised venue. Parents can be nearby, and the weekly WhatsApp report keeps you informed about what happened in each session.
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Can we try before paying?
Yes. One free 30-minute demo is the whole trial: the coach meets your child, checks their level during that same session, and recommends the right roadmap, whether beginner, intermediate, or tournament-prep. No payment upfront is needed, so the first paid class already starts on target.
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What if we stop?
Stop a Bengaluru monthly plan within 48 hours of enrolling and the refund is full. A pro-rated path minus sessions attended lasts until session three, then the month is kept and later charges can be stopped. A 3-month or 6-month term uses a 7-day pro-rated window, leftover sessions can still be finished, school exams can be paused, and terms are explained before you pay.
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Will the timings fit our week?
Sessions are scheduled with you, not tied to a centre timetable. Coach windows run across the week in IST, including 4:30-9:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST on some days, so after-school slots work once homework and tuitions settle. No slot is lost to Outer Ring Road traffic or rain.
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What does it cost, exactly?
The starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes. After the starter pack, regular plans run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan. These are two different things, and we state both plainly so you know exactly what you are paying at each stage.
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Is there a path to tournaments?
The Bengaluru Urban District Chess Association is the KSCA-affiliated district body. An age-category rapid was listed for 4 October 2026 at Orchids The International School. Global Indian International School held an age-category event at its Bannerghatta campus on 30 August 2025; check the chosen event's requirements. On average, students reach a first tournament in about four months of coaching.
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What do I have to do at home?
Very little is required from you. Younger children do best with five to ten focused minutes of practice, and casual family games help when adults avoid correcting every move. Older students save game links and bring one honest question to class. The coach sets homework matched to your child's level.
See home setup
Watch family videos
Poster, title, speaker, and a one-line summary from the testimonial record. Each card links to its review page.
See every class, not just the fee
Every ChessWize class runs on ChessCore, so you always know what your child is learning.
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Your own parent dashboard
A private page for each child: next class, attendance, homework and progress, in one place.
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Progress you can read
Puzzle accuracy and a rating trend once your child has played enough games, explained in plain words.
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Notes from the coach
After classes the coach shares what your child worked on and what to practise next.
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Attendance and makeups
Every class is logged. If your child misses one, you can see the makeup credit and book it yourself.
No screen recording, keystroke logging or device-location access · classes recorded only with your consent. How we handle your child’s data →
Written reviews from parents
Two parent reviews for this page, with a Bengaluru-tagged record first when the source has one.
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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
Google reviews from ChessWize parents
Google rating 5.0 from 21 reviews; the stored set was pulled 2026-07-08.
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 →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 →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 Bengaluru
Bengaluru is regarded as the Silicon Valley of India, and its young, education-focused families are a natural fit for structured scholastic chess.
In a city where weekday traffic can turn a short trip into an hour each way, live online classes give your child serious coaching after school without anyone losing an evening to the commute.
Local chess context
Karnataka's school and rating-tournament calendar keeps expanding, so a clear week-by-week curriculum and a coach who stays with your child make the difference between casual play and steady rating gains.
Tech-corridor households often juggle IB, ICSE, and CBSE calendars plus late parent commutes from Electronic City or Manyata — a fixed on-screen slot is easier to protect than a centre visit after school pickup across town.
Online and offline choices
Bengaluru has solid offline options in several neighbourhoods; they suit families who live near a strong coach and can hold a fixed evening slot all term. Online is stronger when ORR or airport-road traffic makes that slot unreliable, or when you want a small batch and the same coach every week. Hybrid use — online training, local weekend events — is common.
See class details, fees and safety information below.
Questions from parents in Bengaluru
Who is the city chess association for Bengaluru urban?
For Bengaluru urban, KSCA lists the Bengaluru Urban District Chess Association as its affiliated district body. It organised the state women's championship held from 15 to 17 August 2025. Contact the association through the district directory to ask about junior fixtures, eligibility and where to obtain the relevant event circular.
Which Bengaluru events are actually written for school-age sections?
The 6th BKCC Open and Age Category Rapid Tournament 2026 is listed for 4 October 2026 at Orchids The International School. Global Indian International School staged an age-category tournament at its Bannerghatta campus on 30 August 2025, KSCA event code KSCA/G61/2526. Vibgyor High Chokkanahalli ran Under-8 to Under-16 sections on 7 December 2024. Ask the organisers which sections accept beginners.
If my child is in a CISCE school, is there a Bengaluru national to know about?
Greenwood High hosted the CISCE National Chess Championship in Bangalore on 22 September 2025, with over 500 players, coaches and officials from fourteen regions. For a later edition, ask your child's school how qualification and entry work, which age sections apply and where the organiser publishes the event notice.
Which Bengaluru Grandmaster appears in the state association listing?
GM Pranav Anand is from Bangalore and became India's 76th Grandmaster and Karnataka's fourth. His Grandmaster status appears in the Karnataka State Chess Association's titled-player listing. You can discuss that achievement with your child while keeping their own practice focused on learning from games and enjoying play.
What is the fee for online chess classes for kids in Bengaluru?
Fees start from ₹375 per class. Plans cover ages 5–15 in English or Hindi, either 1:1 or live groups limited to six students, with the same coach each week. You receive a weekly WhatsApp parent report. Monthly plans: full refund within 48 hours of enrolling, then a pro-rated refund minus sessions attended before the third session. After the third session, no refund for the current billing period; cancel to stop future charges. Term packages (3 or 6 months): pro-rated refund minus sessions attended within 7 days of enrolling. After 7 days, no refund; remaining sessions can be completed within the term. A free 30-minute demo needs no payment upfront.
Do you run an offline chess centre in Bengaluru, or is coaching only online?
ChessWize is live online only — no Bengaluru classroom or academy branch. A coach teaches in real time, watches every game, and stays with your child week to week. For Koramangala, Indiranagar, or Sarjapur Road families, that often beats a 45-minute each-way trip after school.
Will online classes fit a Bengaluru school week with tuitions and traffic?
Sessions are scheduled with you, not tied to a centre pin. After-school slots work once homework and other classes settle, and you are not blocked by rain or Outer Ring Road jams. Batch size stays at six or less so the coach can still correct moves live; the weekly WhatsApp note keeps parents in the loop without another pickup.
What ages and levels do the Bengaluru online classes cover?
We coach children aged 5 to 15, from complete beginners to advanced players. Roadmaps exist for ages 5-8, 9-12, and 13-15, plus beginner, intermediate, advanced, tournament-prep, rating-improvement, and seasonal online camps. A complimentary 30-min level check places your child on the right track before classes begin.
How does a free demo class work?
Book a complimentary 30-min demo and your child meets a coach live online. The coach assesses where your child is, plays a short game or works through positions, and recommends a roadmap. There is no payment upfront, and you decide afterwards whether to continue with the starter pack.
Will my child keep the same coach every week?
Yes. One coach teaches every session and stays with the batch, with no rotation. This matters because the coach builds a picture of your child's habits, common errors, and goals over time. Continuity is also what makes the weekly WhatsApp report meaningful for you as a parent.
Do we need a chess set or special software at home?
You need a device with a stable internet connection and a quiet spot for the session. Classes run on a live online platform where the coach watches every move. A physical board at home helps with short practice between lessons, but it is not required to attend the class itself.
Can online coaching really prepare my child for over-the-board tournaments?
Yes. The tournament-prep roadmap covers understanding the event, repairing the game plan, and rehearsing tournament conditions, including time controls. Students typically reach their first tournament in about 4 months. Many Bengaluru families use a hybrid approach: online training on weekdays, local weekend events across Karnataka.
What happens if we miss a class or want to stop?
A school clash or sick day needs 4 hours notice for a free make-up; otherwise the hour counts as delivered. If you need to stop, a monthly plan still allows a full refund within 48 hours of enrolling, then a pro-rated refund minus sessions attended before session three. Tell the coach in Bengaluru and remaining sessions are kept for exams or travel.
Who are the coaches, and how good are they?
Classes are taught by experienced coaches, including Hrdyansh Pandey, Tarun Gupta, and Aryan Pal. More than 1000 students have been coached, and over 1500 parents have engaged with the programme. Your child keeps one coach week after week.
Is online coaching a good choice compared to a local chess centre?
Bengaluru has solid offline options in several neighbourhoods, and they suit families who live near a strong coach and can hold a fixed evening slot all term. If ORR or airport-road traffic makes that slot unreliable, or if you want a small batch with the same coach every week, online is the stronger choice. Hybrid use is common: online training on weekdays, local weekend events.