What this Hisar class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Hisar. 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 Hisar.
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 Hisar.
Rated chess coaching for Hisar families, without the road trip
If you are raising a child in Hisar, you already know the trade-off. The district has good schools and a disciplined rhythm built around university calendars and board exams, but the nearest strong chess coach is often hours away toward Delhi NCR. ChessWize brings the coach to your home instead. Your child joins a live online class with a FIDE-rated coach, in a batch of 4-6 similarly-rated students or one-on-one, at a time that fits your week.
We keep the structure simple. Your child gets the same coach every week, so the coach actually knows your child's game. Every class is recorded, and you receive a weekly WhatsApp report, so you never have to guess whether the lessons are working. One parent put it plainly: "I don't know chess, but I can see exactly what she covered each week." That is the standard we hold ourselves to for every family, in Hisar and beyond.
The path is real, not vague. Beginners learn the board and finish complete games; intermediate students build calculation and planning; advanced students prepare for rated events. Most families who commit to tournament preparation reach their first event within a few months of steady work. Start with a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit, and if you continue, the starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes, with regular plans from ₹375 per class afterwards.
Class times for Hisar
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), and Hisar follows IST with no daylight saving, so the windows you see are the windows you get. Coach availability windows run across the week, including morning slots from 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, midday slots such as 12:30-5:30 PM IST, and evening slots like 4:30-9:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST. Because there is no DST label to adjust in India, nothing shifts through the year. Pick a fixed weekly slot during the free demo and it stays yours.
| 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 Hisar 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 Hisar 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 and verifiable. The same coach stays with your child week after week, so instruction builds on what the coach already knows about your child's play.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Group batches are strictly 4-6 similarly-rated students, matched by working level so peer play stays genuine. Twelve-week synchronized batches keep the group stable. If you prefer full attention, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol gives your child a private coach who maps their game and targets the highest-value gap.
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Check 3
Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
Yes. There is a written 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, finish complete games and find basic tactics; advanced students audit their games, deepen calculation and convert 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, every week, without asking. It tells you what was covered and what comes next, so you can follow your child's progress even if you do not play chess yourself. Class recordings add a second way to see exactly how your child is being taught.
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Check 5
Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live, online-only and recorded, so you can review any session your child attended. Your child interacts only with their assigned coach in a closed batch of 4-6 students or one-on-one. There is no walk-in hall and no unsupervised open room; everything happens inside the scheduled, recorded lesson.
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Check 6
Can we try before paying?
Yes. Every child starts with a complimentary 30-min demo, which doubles as a level check before you commit. The coach assesses where your child actually plays rather than assuming from school grade, and you see the teaching style first. No payment is needed for the trial.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
If you stop, you get a 100% refund on unused sessions. That applies after the starter pack as well, so you are never paying in advance for classes your child will not attend. The free demo comes first precisely so you commit only when the fit is clear.
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Check 8
Will the timings fit our week?
Coach availability windows run across the week in IST, which is exactly the time Hisar follows, with no daylight saving shift. Options include morning windows like 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, midday windows such as 12:30-5:30 PM IST, and evening windows like 4:30-9:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST. A fixed weekly slot survives board-exam season.
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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 and format. These are two separate things: the pack rate applies to the first 8 classes, and the regular range applies afterwards.
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Check 10
Is there a path to tournaments?
Yes. Tournament prep is a defined stage: your child learns the event format, repairs the game plan, rehearses tournament conditions and reviews the evidence afterwards. Families who follow the pathway typically reach their first event within a few months, and ChessWize students have finished on district podiums, including wins.
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Check 11
What do I have to do at home?
Very little. Younger children thrive on short, playful board time: setting up the pieces, or one relaxed family game where adults resist fixing every move. Older students keep a small log of their serious games and arrive with a single honest question from the week. The coach sets and reviews all practice, so you never need to play chess yourself.
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 Hisar-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 Hisar
Hisar is western Haryana's principal urban centre, long associated with agriculture, veterinary and agricultural universities, and a steady district school system. It serves a wide rural hinterland whose families often relocate into the city for better schooling.
Distance from Delhi NCR means fewer specialised coaches on the ground, while local traffic still slows evening movement across a spread-out district town. Online coaching is the practical way to give a child rated instruction without a multi-hour road trip.
Local chess context
Hisar households already plan around university calendars and board-exam seasons. Chess as a live online subject fits that disciplined pattern and stays available even when the nearest strong coach is not in the same district.
Agricultural-university town life already runs on calendars and seasons; families who moved into Hisar for schooling often want extracurriculars that match that seriousness without another multi-hour road trip back toward the NCR.
Online and offline choices
A simple offline starter class can work if a local teacher is reliable and close. Online is the honest choice when the nearest strong coach is outside the district, or when board-exam seasons leave no slack for long evening travel across a spread-out town.
Programme claims are linked to the first-party source pages below; the city wording remains the existing city record.
Questions from parents in Hisar
How much do online chess classes cost for Hisar school children?
Fees start at Rs 375 per class for ages 5–15. Live 1:1 or small group (maximum six) with a FIDE-rated coach. Free demo, no payment for the trial, refund on unused classes, weekly WhatsApp parent note. Language options are English and Hindi.
Is online coaching reliable when we live outside Hisar city limits?
Yes, provided internet at home is stable. ChessWize does not require a city-centre academy visit. Children in the wider district use the same live format as urban Hisar homes. The free demo is the right place to test connection and attention on screen.
Do you have an offline ChessWize branch in Hisar?
No. Coaching is online-only in every city, including Hisar. We stay clear about that so parents are not expecting a walk-in hall on the main road. The trade-off is access to FIDE-rated coaches and a fixed weekly mentor without multi-hour travel toward larger cities.
What ages do you accept for beginners in western Haryana?
Ages 5 to 15. Younger children usually need a parent nearby for the first few weeks on the device. Older school players can take more independent 1:1 work with the same coach. Level is checked in the free 30-minute demo rather than assumed from school grade alone.
Is there a ChessWize branch in Hisar we can visit?
No. Coaching is online-only in every city, including Hisar, and we say so plainly so you are not expecting a walk-in hall. The trade-off is real: your child gets a FIDE-rated coach and a fixed weekly mentor without a multi-hour drive toward Delhi NCR. The free 30-minute demo is the best way to judge the format from home.
What ages and levels do you accept from western Haryana?
Ages 5 to 15, from complete beginners to advanced school players. Younger children usually need a parent nearby for the first few weeks on the device; older students can work more independently one-on-one. Level is checked in the complimentary 30-minute demo rather than assumed from school grade, so placement is honest from day one.
Can my child join if we live outside Hisar city limits?
Yes, as long as your home internet is stable. Children across the wider district use the same live format as homes in the city, with no academy visit required. Use the free demo to test your connection and your child's attention on screen before you decide anything about enrolling.
How do we know the coach will suit our child's temperament?
The complimentary 30-min demo exists for exactly this. Your child meets the coach, plays a little, and you watch the teaching style before paying anything. If you continue, the same coach stays every session, so the relationship deepens instead of resetting. If it is not the right fit, you stop and unused sessions are refunded in full.
How much do online chess classes cost for a Hisar child?
Fees begin with the starter pack: ₹2,500 for 8 classes, about ₹313 per class. After that, regular plans start from ₹375 and go up to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan you choose. The 30-minute demo costs nothing, unused classes are refunded in full, and coaching runs in English and Hindi.
Does my child need chess experience before joining?
No. Absolute beginners start with the board and legal moves, then move to finishing whole games, opening principles and basic tactics. The free 30-minute level check places each child on the right rung, whether that is a young beginner track, an intermediate batch or advanced tournament preparation. Children who already play casually on apps are placed by measured strength, never by school grade alone.
When do classes run, and can we keep an evening slot after school?
All windows run on India Standard Time, the clock Hisar already follows, and India does not observe daylight saving, so nothing shifts. Morning options begin at 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, midday choices include 12:30-5:30 PM IST, and evening windows such as 4:30-9:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST fit neatly after school hours. Once a weekly slot is fixed at the demo, it stays yours.
What does my child need at home for the online classes?
A device with a stable internet connection, the class link open on time, and a notebook for noting positions. A physical chess set helps home practice but is not compulsory. Younger children may want a parent nearby for the first few minutes of a session. The coach supplies everything else, including homework, so you never have to teach the game yourself.