What this Dewas class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Dewas. 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 Dewas.
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 Dewas.
Live chess coaching for Dewas families, without the Indore commute
If your week already runs along the Dewas-Indore corridor, adding another evening trip for a chess class is a hard trade. ChessWize brings the coach home instead. Your child joins a live online class with a coach who responds to their moves in real time, whether you live near the old neighbourhoods below the Devi Vaishini and Chamunda hills or in the newer residential areas that have grown with local industry.
Classes run in skill-matched batches of 4-6 students, so your child plays against peers at a similar level rather than being pushed forward or held back. If you want the coach's full 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, one guarantee holds: Same coach every session - no rotation.
A ChessWize student says, 'I am so thankful for his time, effort and care he put into every session.' The weekly WhatsApp report then reaches you every week, so you never have to guess whether the class is doing anything. That report reaches you on WhatsApp every week for every student, so you never have to guess whether the class is doing anything.
Start with a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit. If you continue, the starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes. Depending on the plan, each class costs between ₹375 and ₹1,000 after the starter pack. In Dewas, a monthly enrolment can be cancelled within 48 hours for a full refund. Children in Dewas can carry what they learn into Madhya Pradesh's school and organised chess framework, and most students who want events reach their first tournament in about four months. In Dewas, term packages of 3 or 6 months allow a full refund minus sessions attended if you cancel within 7 days of enrolling.
Chess in Dewas: under-11 selection and district youth play
Dewas District Chess Association organised the 2nd Dewas International FIDE Rating Classical Chess Tournament, held from 27 to 31 March 2026, so families have a named city body to ask about later notices. The 2026 open and girls under-11 state selection was held on 18-19 July 2026 at Kinder Higher Secondary School. Chess-results also records the Khelo MP Youth Games Dewas District Level Chess Tournament 2025-26. Use those records when asking about youth play, without assuming either accepts walk-in entries.
Who runs junior chess here
- Dewas District Chess Association. This association organised the 2nd Dewas International FIDE Rating Classical Chess Tournament held from 27 to 31 March 2026 at Indoor Stadium Kushabhau Thakre Stadium. [3]
Events a child from Dewas can enter
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Madhya Pradesh Open & Girls Under-11 State Selection Chess Tournament 2026
Held on 18-19 July 2026 · Kinder Higher Secondary School, Dewas
Its open and girls under-11 sections make this a relevant state-selection record for parents of younger children. [1]
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Khelo MP Youth Games Dewas District Level Chess Tournament 2025-26
2025-26 listing · Dewas
Chess-results records this district youth tournament, which parents can use as a reference when asking about local youth competition. [2]
Where to play
- Kinder Higher Secondary School. Kinder Higher Secondary School was the Dewas venue for the July 2026 under-11 state selection event. [1]
From online class to a first tournament
- Ask Dewas District Chess Association about later age-group or open notices that fit your child.
- Treat the July 2026 under-11 record and the Khelo MP Youth Games Dewas listing as dated examples, then request the entry conditions for any later event.
- Rehearse using a physical board and clock alongside online practice so the child can finish a game without prompts.
- After a first tournament, choose a position from the child's own games to work through together.
Class times for Dewas
All class times are shown in India Standard Time (IST), which is the local time for Dewas, so there is no DST conversion to worry about. Coach availability windows across the week run from 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, 10:30 AM-2:30 PM IST, 11:30 AM-2:30 PM IST, 11:30 AM-3:30 PM IST, 12:30-5:30 PM IST, 1:30-4:30 PM IST, 2:30-5:30 PM IST, 4:30-9:30 PM IST, 4:30-6:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST. That spread covers morning slots for younger children and after-school evening slots, so you can pick a window that fits around school and work.
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 Dewas 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 Dewas 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: Hrdyansh Pandey, Tarun Gupta and Aryan Pal. Your child keeps the same coach every session.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Group classes are exclusive, skill-matched batches of strictly 4-6 similarly-rated students, so intense peer-play and group calculation stay useful rather than noisy. If you prefer full attention, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol gives your child the coach alone.
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Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
Yes. There is a real ladder from beginner through intermediate and advanced to tournament prep and rating improvement, with age tracks for 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15. Beginners learn the board and legal moves and finish a complete game; advanced students deepen calculation and convert 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 each week without knowing chess yourself. Coaches also review real games your child brings, so progress is measured against actual play, not just attendance.
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Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live online sessions your child attends from home, with a coach present throughout. Because every class is a scheduled live session, you can sit nearby or observe, and the weekly WhatsApp report keeps you informed about what happened in class.
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Can we try before paying?
Yes. There is a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit. The coach establishes your child's ability, and you decide whether the teaching style and weekly schedule suit your family before any enrolment or payment.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
The monthly middle path in Dewas begins with a full refund within 48 hours of enrolling. Until the 3rd session a pro-rated refund minus sessions attended is still the path, then the month is kept and later charges stop. The same windows apply in a group batch or the 1:1 Analyst Protocol.
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Will the timings fit our week?
Coach availability windows run from 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST in the morning through 4:30-9:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST in the evening, all in IST, which is Dewas local time. That covers before-school and after-school slots, so classes fit around school hours and industrial work schedules without a commute.
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What does it cost, exactly?
The starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes. Beyond the starter pack, class pricing sits between ₹375 and ₹1,000, varying by plan. These are two separate things, and both are stated plainly before you commit.
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Is there a path to tournaments?
Chess-results records the 2026 international classical at Kushabhau Thakre Stadium, organised by Dewas District Chess Association. Chessevents listed an under-11 state selection at Kinder Higher Secondary School. Follow that district association for later notices, and check the chosen event's requirements. On average, students reach a first tournament in about four months of training.
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What do I have to do at home?
Very little structure is needed from you. For younger children, five to ten focused minutes of board setup or two familiar positions beats a long block, and casual family games help if adults avoid correcting every move. Older students keep one serious game saved each week and arrive with a single honest question for the coach.
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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 Dewas-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
★★★★★
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
Google reviews from ChessWize parents
Google rating 5.0 from 21 reviews; the stored set was pulled 2026-07-08.
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 →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 →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 →Why the online format fits Dewas
Dewas is an industrial city in the Malwa region, located near Indore. The Devi Vaishini and Chamunda hill overlooking the city is a prominent local landmark.
Some families commute or attend schools along the Dewas–Indore corridor, leaving little room for another evening journey. Live online coaching supplies instruction at home regardless of which city holds the nearest suitable class.
Local chess context
Children in Dewas can participate in Madhya Pradesh's school and organised chess framework. A weekly coach helps connect tactical study, opening fundamentals, and honest game review to those in-person experiences.
The hilltop Devi temples define the city skyline, while industrial growth spreads daily routines outward. Online coaching stays equally reachable from older neighbourhoods and newer employment-linked residential areas.
Online and offline choices
Offline makes sense if a strong local teacher is close and offers the right peer level. Online is usually easier when the alternative involves Indore travel or when industrial work hours make centre attendance unreliable.
See class details, fees and safety information below.
Questions from parents in Dewas
Is there a Dewas tournament record specifically for younger children?
The Madhya Pradesh Open and Girls Under-11 State Selection Chess Tournament 2026 was held on 18-19 July at Kinder Higher Secondary School, Dewas. That age-group record is a concrete reference for parents of younger players. Check the birth-date cutoff and entry conditions of the event you intend to enter.
What district youth event can I ask about in Dewas?
Chess-results lists the Khelo MP Youth Games Dewas District Level Chess Tournament 2025-26. Use the complete event name when asking a school or organiser about district youth participation. Before making arrangements, request the applicable age categories, entry process and playing schedule rather than relying on the title alone.
How much does online chess coaching cost in Dewas?
Plans start from ₹375 per class. Children may learn in a private session or a live batch with at most six students. The free 30-minute demo helps establish ability and lets families decide whether the teaching style and weekly schedule are suitable before enrolment.
Is there a ChessWize offline centre in Dewas?
No. ChessWize does not operate a physical academy in Dewas. Its experienced coaches teach children live online and respond to moves during class. Families can combine that instruction with local over-the-board play rather than travelling to a ChessWize address that does not exist.
Should we travel to Indore instead for chess lessons?
A good Indore class may suit a family already making that trip and wanting regular in-room play. For weekly instruction, online avoids tying progress to corridor traffic and provides a coach at home. The free demo gives you a concrete format to compare with any genuine local option.
Is there a ChessWize centre in Dewas?
No. There is no in-person ChessWize location in Dewas. During live online sessions, children receive real-time move feedback from experienced coaches. Families can combine that instruction with local over-the-board play in Madhya Pradesh rather than travelling to a ChessWize address that does not exist.
Do we need to go to Indore for proper chess lessons?
If your family is already traveling to Indore, a class there works well for steady in-room chess sessions. A coach delivers weekly lessons at home, so progress never depends on corridor traffic. The free 30-minute demo gives you a concrete format to compare with any genuine local option.
What will my child actually learn as a complete beginner?
Beginners start by learning the board and legal moves, then finish a complete game, use opening principles, and find basic tactics and endings. At home, repetition with variation works best: set up a king-in-check position in several ways or practise one mating pattern from both sides, and save one game each week for the coach to review.
Will my child keep the same coach every week?
Yes. ChessWize guarantees the same coach every session, with no rotation. Your child's coach learns their habits, their common errors and their pace over time, which is exactly what makes the weekly WhatsApp report and the targeted homework meaningful for your child instead of generic material any student could receive.
How does the free demo class work?
You book a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit. The coach assesses where your child actually plays, explains what the next steps would look like, and answers your questions about schedule and format. Only after that do you decide whether to take the starter pack or a regular plan.
Can a shy child manage in a group batch?
Yes. Batches are limited to 4-6 similarly-rated students, and participation can begin with written answers or moves on the board rather than speaking up. Tell the coach if shyness, language or pace prevents your child from showing what they know, and if group still feels wrong, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol is there.
How long before my child can play in a real tournament?
On average, students take about four months to reach their first tournament. The tournament-prep track rehearses event conditions, narrows practice in the week before, and helps you interpret the event notice. Children in Dewas can then carry that preparation into Madhya Pradesh's school and organised chess framework.
Does my teenager have time for this alongside school?
Yes. Practice plans are built to fit the school week, with one day for calculation, another for a slow game, and another for opening review. The coach can reduce volume around exams without losing the main training thread, and evening coach windows such as 4:30-9:30 PM IST make scheduling easier.