What this Bhopal class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Bhopal. 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 Bhopal.
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 Bhopal.
Live chess coaching for Bhopal families, without the cross-lake drive
Bhopal is a wonderful place to raise a chess-playing child, but it is not a wonderful place to drive across at 6 PM. When school sits on one side of the lakes and home on the other, a weekly trip to a coaching centre quietly becomes the reason training stops. ChessWize brings the class into your living room instead: live sessions with a FIDE-rated coach, small skill-matched batches, and timings that fit an Indian family's weekday.
Your child keeps the same coach every session, no rotation. That single promise changes how children learn, because a coach who knows your child's games can name the exact mistake to fix this week. One Bhopal-relevant parent told us: "The difference is the weekly progress report - I can actually see what's working. He's improved more than we ever imagined." You get that report on WhatsApp every week, whether your child is in a group batch or the 1:1 Analyst Protocol.
The ladder is real. Beginners learn the board, finish complete games and pick up opening principles. Intermediate students stabilise tactical vision and connect openings to endings. Advanced players audit their games, deepen calculation and convert training into events, with tournament prep that rehearses real conditions. On average, a committed student reaches their first tournament in about four months, and our cohort has already produced district finishers.
You do not have to take our word for it. Start with a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit, with no payment attached. If you continue, the starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes, and regular plans after that run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan. Unused sessions carry a 100% refund on unused sessions, so the risk of trying stays with us, not with you.
Class times for Bhopal
The page uses Indian Standard Time (Asia/Kolkata). The recurring class time is agreed with the family after the level check.
All class times run on India Standard Time (IST), so there is no DST label or clock change to track for Bhopal families; the local window and the IST window are identical. Coach availability windows across the week include 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, 11:30 AM-3:30 PM IST, 12:30-5:30 PM IST, 4:30-9:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST. That means after-school evening slots are genuinely available, and you can hold a fixed weekly slot that survives exam season, festivals and school events without reshuffling your whole routine.
| 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 Bhopal 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 Bhopal 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 FIDE-rated coaches such as Hrdyansh Pandey (rating 1850, FIDE ID IN-25600184), Tarun Gupta (1920) and Aryan Pal (1780). Ratings are public chess federation figures, so you can verify them independently. The same coach stays with your child week after week, which is how real improvement gets tracked.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Group batches hold strictly 4-6 similarly-rated students, so intense peer-play, group calculation and team-based tactics stay personal. If you want undivided attention, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol maps your child's current game, targets the highest-value gap and tests the change in play. Either way, questions get answered in the session.
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Check 3
Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
Yes. Age tracks for ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15 run alongside beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, plus tournament prep, rating improvement and online summer camps. A beginner finishes complete games and learns opening principles; an advanced student deepens calculation and converts training into events. Every level has a written roadmap.
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Check 4
How will I know it is working?
You receive a weekly WhatsApp report for every student, every week. You do not need to sit through classes or understand chess to see what was covered, what improved and what comes next. One parent put it plainly: "I can actually see what's working." Progress is measured against your child's own games, not vague impressions.
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Check 5
Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live online sessions from your home, with a vetted coach watching every move; nothing is a recorded video dump. Batches are small and skill-matched, so the coach knows each child by name. Because sessions happen on your own device at home, you can be nearby or drop in whenever you wish.
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Check 6
Can we try before paying?
Yes. Every child starts with a complimentary 30-min demo that doubles as a level check, with no card or payment required. The coach assesses where your child actually stands and recommends a batch or 1:1 track. Only after that do you decide whether to book the starter pack or any regular plan.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
If plans change, you get a 100% refund on unused sessions. That applies mid-term, not just at the start, so a school schedule change or a family move does not trap your money. You only ever pay for classes that are actually delivered, and the terms are stated before you book anything.
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Check 8
Will the timings fit our week?
Coach availability windows run across the day in IST, from morning windows like 9:30 AM-1:30 PM to evening windows like 4:30-9:30 PM and 5:30-8:30 PM. Bhopal families can hold a fixed after-school slot without a cross-town drive. Around exams, the coach can reduce homework volume without breaking the training thread.
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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. Regular plans after the starter pack run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan. These are two different things and we never mix the figures. The free 30-minute demo costs nothing and needs no payment details.
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Check 10
Is there a path to tournaments?
There is a clear path. Our tournament-prep track rehearses real event conditions, repairs the game plan before the day and reviews the evidence once results are in. On average a student reaches their first tournament in about four months, and our cohort has produced 4 district finishers out of 12 entrants. Rating improvement training continues from there.
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Check 11
What do I have to do at home?
Very little is asked of you. Younger children do best with five to ten focused minutes: set up the board, solve two familiar positions, stop while they are still interested. Children in the older tracks keep a short error log and arrive with one question from a game they played. The coach sets everything else and reports back weekly.
Check the proof →
Watch every family video in the source record
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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 Bhopal-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 Bhopal
Known as the City of Lakes, Bhopal blends historical architecture with modern educational campuses. The state capital serves as a major centre for both central and state-board schooling in central India.
Travelling across a sprawling city divided by lakes often makes evening extracurricular runs exhausting for families. Live virtual chess training fits neatly into a busy weekday routine without requiring an extra cross-town drive.
Local chess context
With a growing number of students participating in inter-school mind-sport events across the region, a dedicated chess coach can guide a beginner toward steady rating improvements. Learning opening theory and middle-game tactics helps build confidence for state-level board play.
Bhopal's layout around Upper and Lower Lake often splits home, school, and activities on opposite shores — structured online chess keeps training consistent when a mid-week drive from, say, Arera Colony to Kolar is the real barrier, not motivation.
Online and offline choices
Offline can suit if a trusted coach runs near your side of the lakes and siblings can share the trip. Online is the practical pick when home and school sit on different axes of the city, or when you want small-batch live teaching with a rated coach and weekly parent notes without the lake-side crawl.
Programme claims are linked to the first-party source pages below; the city wording remains the existing city record.
Questions from parents in Bhopal
What is the fee for kids' online chess coaching in Bhopal?
Fees start from Rs 375 per class for live sessions. Choose 1:1 or a batch of up to six children with a FIDE-rated coach who stays assigned each week. Unused classes can be refunded if plans change mid-term. Start with a free 30-minute demo and level check — no card or payment is required for that trial.
Do you have an offline chess academy in Bhopal?
ChessWize does not run a physical centre in Bhopal or anywhere else. All classes are live online from home. For parents comparing a local offline board class, online is often better when travel across the lakes would cut into homework time, or when you want one coach who does not change every few weeks.
Are online classes good enough for a Bhopal school beginner?
Yes for ages 5–15 when the class is live with a coach watching every move — not a recorded video dump. Batches stay at a maximum of six kids so questions get answered. English and Hindi both work. Weekly WhatsApp reports keep you informed without needing to sit through every session yourself.
Can my child try before we pay?
Yes. The free 30-minute demo and level check has no payment attached. After that you only pay for classes you book, and unused classes remain refundable. ChessWize is rated 5.0 on Google from 21 reviews if you want independent parent feedback before deciding.
How much do online chess classes cost for a child in Bhopal?
You begin with the starter pack at ₹2,500 for 8 classes, which is ₹313 per class. After that, regular plans are priced from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on whether you choose group batches or 1:1 coaching. The first 30-minute demo and level check is free and requires no payment.
Will my child get the same coach every week?
Yes, and it is a written guarantee: same coach every session, no rotation. A coach who has watched your child's last ten games can spot the recurring mistake instead of starting from zero each time. This consistency is one of the main reasons parents tell us the weekly reports finally make sense.
Can a complete beginner aged five or six join?
Absolutely. The ages-5-8 roadmap starts with feeling at home on the board, building safe move habits, recognising small patterns and playing short complete games. Home practice for this age is deliberately short: five to ten focused minutes beat a long block, and sessions should end while the child still wants more.
Does ChessWize have a physical chess academy in Bhopal?
No. ChessWize runs live online classes only, which is why a family in Arera Colony and one in Kolar get the identical coach quality. For most Bhopal parents the lake-side crawl between home, school and a coaching centre is the real barrier, and online training removes it entirely.
What does my child need at home for the classes?
A device with a stable internet connection, a chess board if possible, and a quiet corner. Before each session, keep the login and notebook ready so the class starts on time. Younger children may need an adult nearby for the first few minutes; after that they work directly with the coach.
Are the classes in English or Hindi?
Both work. Coaches teach in English and Hindi, so your child can ask questions in whichever language feels natural. What matters more is that batches are capped at six children, which means every question actually gets answered during the session rather than lost in a large group.
When do classes happen for Bhopal students?
Every slot is fixed in India Standard Time, and Bhopal has no daylight saving shift to track. Evening windows such as 4:30-9:30 PM IST sit after school hours, and morning windows exist for younger children. We hold your chosen weekly slot for the whole term, and homework volume can ease around exams.
How quickly will my child improve?
Four months is the average time our cohort takes from first lesson to a first tournament. Along the way the weekly report shows you which skill moved each week, so improvement is something you read rather than guess. One ChessWize parent on video summed it up: 'He's improved more than we ever imagined.'