What this Bhubaneswar class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Bhubaneswar. 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 Bhubaneswar.
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 Bhubaneswar.
A chess coach your Bhubaneswar child keeps, week after week
Bhubaneswar has grown fast, and newer residential areas often sit well outside the older city core. A coaching centre convenient for one part of town can be a long drive for another. Live online classes remove that geography problem, giving your family the same access to a FIDE-rated coach regardless of which sector you live in, whether your home is near Patia, the Infocity side, or closer to the old temple core.
Your child joins a skill-matched batch of 4-6 similarly-rated students, or works one-to-one, with the same coach every session. We guarantee: Same coach every session - no rotation. That continuity matters, because the coach who saw last week's mistake is the one who fixes it this week, instead of a new face starting from zero each term.
One mother told us: "We tried two other academies before ChessWize. The difference is the weekly progress report - I can actually see what's working." You get a Weekly WhatsApp report for every student, so you always know what was taught and where your child stands, without ever driving to a centre.
Start with a Complimentary 30-min level check before you commit, and if you stop, we honour 100% refund on unused sessions. Odisha has been expanding school-level mind-game initiatives, and Bhubaneswar sits at the centre of that effort. A structured plan turns early interest into steady, trackable progress, and most students who want it reach their first tournament within an average of four months.
Class times for Bhubaneswar
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 daylight saving adjustment for families in Bhubaneswar. Coach availability windows span mornings from 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST through afternoons such as 12:30-5:30 PM IST and evenings up to 5:30-8:30 PM IST, with some windows like 4:30-9:30 PM IST for later slots. Because the local window and the IST mapping are identical, the time you see is the time your child attends, and slots are chosen with you around school and homework.
| 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 Bhubaneswar 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 Bhubaneswar 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. Hrdyansh Pandey holds a FIDE rating of 1850 (FIDE ID IN-25600184), Tarun Gupta is rated 1920, and Aryan Pal is rated 1780. Ratings are verifiable on the FIDE site, and you can judge the teaching yourself in the complimentary 30-minute demo before paying anything.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Group batches are strictly 4-6 similarly-rated students, so your child gets intense peer play and group calculation without being lost in a crowd. If you want full attention, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol gives one coach to one child, mapping the current game and targeting the highest-value gap each session.
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Check 3
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 and advanced levels, one-to-one and group formats, tournament prep, an online summer camp, and a rating-improvement track. Each level has a written roadmap, from learning legal moves to refining repertoire and converting training into events.
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Check 4
How will I know it is working?
You receive a Weekly WhatsApp report for every student, so you know exactly what was covered and how your child is progressing without visiting a centre. Batches are synchronised over 12 weeks with individual understanding tracked, and you can see the teaching quality directly in the free demo class.
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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, with a fixed, named FIDE-rated coach and no rotation, so the same trusted adult teaches every week. Batches are capped at six students, and the weekly WhatsApp report keeps you informed about what happened in each session.
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Check 6
Can we try before paying?
Yes. We offer a complimentary 30-min demo, and it doubles as a level check before you commit, so the coach can place your child in the right batch. There is no payment needed for the demo, and you can judge the teaching yourself before deciding on the starter pack.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
If you stop, we give a 100% refund on unused sessions. That applies alongside the starter pack of Rs 2,500 for 8 classes, so if your child attends five classes and you decide to pause, the remaining unused classes are refunded. No complicated conditions, no chasing.
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Check 8
Will the timings fit our week?
Slots are chosen with you, and coach windows run across the day in IST: mornings like 9:30 AM-1:30 PM, afternoons like 12:30-5:30 PM, and evenings like 4:30-9:30 PM or 5:30-8:30 PM. Chess becomes a fixed short block at home rather than a cross-city drive after school.
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Check 9
What does it cost, exactly?
The starter pack is Rs 2,500 for 8 classes, which works out to Rs 313 per class. Regular plans after the starter pack run from Rs 375 to Rs 1,000 per class depending on the plan. These are two different things: the pack is the entry rate, and regular per-class pricing depends on the format you choose.
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Check 10
Is there a path to tournaments?
The tournament-prep track takes your child through the event format, repairs the game plan, and rehearses real tournament conditions before the day. On average, students reach their first tournament within four months, and our cohorts have produced 12 district finishers, including 4 wins, so the path from classes to competition is proven.
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Check 11
What do I have to do at home?
Very little is required of you. Younger children do best with five to ten focused minutes of board time, and casual family games help when adults avoid correcting every move. Older students save one serious game a week for class and note one moment they felt unsure. The coach sets everything else.
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 Bhubaneswar-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 Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha, is known as the "Temple City" for its collection of ancient Hindu temples, and it has grown rapidly in recent decades into one of eastern India's key education and IT hubs.
Bhubaneswar's rapid expansion means newer residential areas often sit well outside the older city core, and a coaching centre convenient for one part of town can be a long drive for another. Live online classes remove that geography problem, giving every Bhubaneswar family the same access regardless of which sector they live in.
Local chess context
Odisha has been actively expanding school-level sports and mind-game initiatives in recent years as part of its broader push on holistic education, and Bhubaneswar, as the state capital, sits at the centre of that effort. A structured coaching plan turns early interest in chess into steady, trackable progress.
IT and education corridors have pulled families into Patia, Infocity-side, and outer residential sectors while schools may still sit toward older parts of town — online coaching bridges that split without a double commute.
Online and offline choices
If a quality coach runs small groups near your sector and the child likes in-person peers, offline is valid. Online usually wins when home is in a newer layout and the only offline option sits deep in the older city, adding traffic after school.
Programme claims are linked to the first-party source pages below; the city wording remains the existing city record.
Questions from parents in Bhubaneswar
How much do online chess classes cost in Bhubaneswar?
From Rs 375 per class. Live FIDE-rated coach, private or batch of up to six, same coach every week so progress stays continuous. Unused classes refundable. Free 30-minute demo and level check with no payment. Weekly WhatsApp parent report is part of how we keep families informed after sessions without a physical centre visit.
Is there a ChessWize offline centre in Bhubaneswar?
No. ChessWize is live online only across India. Ages 5–15; English and Hindi. Use local school clubs if you want hall play with peers; use ChessWize when you want a dedicated coach without driving across expanding sectors after school, especially when home sits far from the older temple-core coaching addresses.
My child is in a CBSE school with a packed schedule — can this still fit?
Yes. Slots are chosen with you, so chess becomes a fixed short block rather than a cross-city outing between Patia-side housing and older-city addresses. The free demo checks level. Same coach weekly keeps continuity through unit tests without restarting with a new tutor each term or losing the weekly habit.
What proof do parents have that the programme is solid?
ChessWize is rated 5.0 on Google from 21 reviews for the live online programme. Reviews are not a Bhubaneswar branch score — treat them as programme feedback, then judge teaching yourself in the free demo. Classes are live with a fixed weekly coach, refunds on unused classes, and batches capped at six students.
How do I know my child will keep the same coach?
We guarantee the same coach every session, with no rotation. Your child's coach learns their habits, recurring errors and pace, so each lesson starts where the last one ended. You can meet the coach in the complimentary 30-minute demo and level check before you commit to any payment.
What ages and levels do you teach in Bhubaneswar?
Ages 5 through 15, in English and Hindi. Children are placed by working level, from a five-year-old learning safe move habits to a teenager building a working repertoire. The free 30-minute level check tells you exactly which roadmap fits, so nobody sits in a group that is too easy or too hard.
Can we see proof that the programme works?
With a rating of 5, ChessWize has earned the trust of families in Bhubaneswar.0 on Google from 21 reviews for the live online programme. We have coached 1000 students with 1500 parents involved. Treat reviews as programme feedback rather than a local branch score, then judge the teaching yourself in the free demo before paying anything.
Does my child need to know chess already?
No. Total beginners start by learning the board and legal moves, then finish their first complete game with an adult watching. From there the roadmap introduces opening principles and basic tactics. The demo confirms the right starting point, so a child who already plays casually is placed with similar players instead.
Will online classes work if we live far from the old city?
Yes. Many Bhubaneswar families now live in newer sectors around Patia and the Infocity side, far from older coaching addresses. Live online classes remove that geography problem entirely: the same FIDE-rated coach reaches every home, and the weekly WhatsApp report replaces the need for a centre visit.
How soon can my child play in a tournament?
On average, four months from starting structured coaching to a first tournament. The tournament-prep track covers understanding the event, repairing the game plan, and rehearsing tournament conditions. Our cohorts have produced 12 district finishers, 4 of them wins, so the pathway from classes to competition is well tested.
What happens if my child misses a class?
Unused sessions are refundable at 100%, so a missed class is never money lost. Tell the coach in advance where possible and the weekly plan adjusts. Because the same coach continues every week, catching up is a matter of one session's content rather than rebuilding rapport with a substitute.
Do we need to buy anything special for the classes?
No special equipment. A device with a stable connection, a login, and a notebook is enough; a physical board at home helps younger children connect the screen to real pieces. Keep the setup ready before the session so class time goes to chess, not passwords, and the coach guides the rest.