What this Hosur class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Hosur. 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 Hosur.
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 Hosur.
A FIDE-rated coach at home in Hosur, without the border drive
Hosur families juggle plant shifts, SIPCOT schedules and the Bengaluru corridor, so another road trip for a hobby class is a hard sell. ChessWize brings the coach to your living room instead. Your child joins a live online session, sees the coach and the board in real time, and you stay in the loop through a weekly WhatsApp report, even on the evenings you cannot sit in.
We keep things small and consistent. Batches hold 4-6 similarly-rated students so peer play stays intense and every child gets attention, or you can choose 1:1 work through our Analyst Protocol. And we guarantee the same coach every session, no rotation, so your child builds a real working relationship instead of starting over with a stranger every few weeks.
Parents tell us what matters most is visibility. One mother wrote: "The dashboard is what sold me though. I don't know chess, but I can see exactly what she covered each week." That is exactly what we aim for, whether you know the game or not.
Start with a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit, no payment needed. If you continue, the starter pack is Rs 2,500 for 8 classes, and regular plans run from Rs 375 to Rs 1,000 per class depending on the plan. If it is not working, we offer a 100% refund on unused sessions, so the only money at risk is for classes actually delivered.
Class times for Hosur
The page uses Indian Standard Time (Asia/Kolkata). The recurring class time is agreed with the family after the level check.
All sessions run on India Standard Time (IST), so there is no daylight saving confusion for Hosur families. Coach availability windows through the week include mornings such as 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST and 10:30 AM-2:30 PM IST, midday slots like 11:30 AM-3:30 PM IST and 12:30-5:30 PM IST, and evenings such as 4:30-9:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST. Because everything is already in IST, the slot you book is the slot you get, week after week, with no conversion needed on your side.
| 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 Hosur 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 Hosur 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 rated coaches. Our coaching team includes Hrdyansh Pandey (FIDE rating 1850, FIDE ID IN-25600184), Tarun Gupta (FIDE rating 1920) and Aryan Pal (FIDE rating 1780). Every session is live, so the coach sees your child's moves in real time and corrects thinking, not just results.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Batches are limited to 4-6 similarly-rated students, so peer play stays intense and nobody hides at the back. If you want the coach entirely on your child's game, our 1:1 Analyst Protocol maps the current level, targets the highest-value gap and tests the change in play.
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Check 3
Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
Yes. We run age tracks for ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15, plus beginner, intermediate, advanced, tournament-prep and rating-improvement roadmaps. A beginner learns the board, finishes complete games and finds basic tactics; an advanced student deepens calculation and converts training into events.
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Check 4
How will I know it is working?
You get a weekly WhatsApp report for every student, so you know what was covered even if you miss the session. Coaches track individual understanding in group batches, and rating-improvement students keep an error log so you can see the trend, not just a number moving.
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Check 5
Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live online sessions your child joins from home, with a coach visible on screen and the board shared in real time. You can sit nearby, especially for younger children, and the weekly WhatsApp report keeps you informed about everything covered in class.
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Check 6
Can we try before paying?
Yes. We offer a complimentary 30-min demo, which doubles as a level check before you commit. There is no payment for it, and it gives the coach a chance to place your child in the right batch, whether beginner, intermediate or a tournament-prep track.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
If you stop, we give a 100% refund on unused sessions. You are not locked into classes your child has not taken. Combined with the free level check, this means the only money at risk is for sessions actually delivered.
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Check 8
Will the timings fit our week?
Slots run across the week in IST windows, from morning availability like 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST to evening windows such as 4:30-9:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST. Because your child joins from home on a recurring slot, a late plant or IT finish does not require a pickup across the border.
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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. After that, regular plans run from Rs 375 to Rs 1,000 per class depending on the plan, whether small batch or 1:1. The free 30-minute demo and level check costs nothing.
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Check 10
Is there a path to tournaments?
Yes. Our tournament-prep roadmap covers understanding the event, repairing the game plan, rehearsing tournament conditions and reviewing the evidence afterwards. Our cohort has produced 12 district finishers, including 4 wins, and the average time from starting with us to a tournament is about 4 months.
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Check 11
What do I have to do at home?
Keep it light and consistent. Short focused practice, one saved serious game per week, and a note about any rule that caused confusion at home are enough. Bring one honest question to class and the coach takes it from there; you do not need to run the training yourself.
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 Hosur-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 Hosur
Hosur is an industrial town in Krishnagiri district on the Tamil Nadu–Karnataka border, built around SIPCOT manufacturing, automotive suppliers, and a workforce that often links to Bengaluru. Rapid housing growth has followed the factories and the expressway corridor.
Parents may work plant shifts or drive toward Electronic City while children study in Hosur schools, so evening logistics are already tight. Live online classes deliver a FIDE-rated coach at home without fighting NH traffic for a hobby slot.
Local chess context
Border-town schools mix Tamil Nadu state board and CBSE streams under pressure from both local industry families and Bengaluru-facing professionals. Chess gains more from a fixed weekly coach than from waiting until a metro-style academy map appears in every layout.
The Hosur–Bengaluru stretch routinely turns a short map distance into a long evening on the road. Training online means the lesson does not depend on which side of the border a parent finishes work that day.
Online and offline choices
A local offline batch can work if it is walking distance and the child thrives with peers at a physical board. Online wins for shift workers, dual-city commuters, and families who want the same FIDE-rated coach every week rather than restarting whenever work timings change.
Programme claims are linked to the first-party source pages below; the city wording remains the existing city record.
Questions from parents in Hosur
How much are online chess classes for kids in Hosur?
Fees begin at Rs 375 per class. You pick private 1:1 or a small batch limited to six children; the same coach stays week to week. A free 30-minute demo and level check comes first with no payment. Unused classes are refundable under the programme policy.
Do you have an offline chess academy in Hosur?
ChessWize does not run a physical academy in Hosur. All sessions are live online with a FIDE-rated coach who sees the child's moves in real time. Offline can suit a nearby trusted teacher; online is designed for families whose work already spans Hosur and the Bengaluru corridor.
Can lessons continue if a parent works late near Electronic City?
Yes. The child joins from home on a recurring slot, so a late plant or IT finish does not require a pickup across the border. Teaching is in English or Hindi, and a weekly WhatsApp report lets the parent review progress even when they miss the session live.
Do you have a physical chess academy in Hosur?
No, ChessWize does not run a building in Hosur. All sessions are live online with a rated coach who sees your child's moves as they happen. For families whose work spans Hosur and the Bengaluru corridor, that means the lesson happens regardless of which side of the border you finish work on.
Can my child attend if I work late near Electronic City?
Yes. Your child joins from home on a recurring slot, so a late finish does not require a pickup. Teaching is in English or Hindi, and the weekly WhatsApp report lets you review progress even when you cannot watch the session live.
What will my child actually learn as a complete beginner?
The beginner roadmap starts with the board and legal moves, then moves to finishing a complete game, using opening principles, and finding basic tactics and endings. Younger children work on safe move habits and short complete games, and practice at home stays short so the next session feels inviting.
How long before my child can play in a tournament?
Our cohort's average is roughly 4 months from starting with us to competing in an event. In the weeks before, practice narrows rather than intensifies: your child reviews familiar openings, solves a controlled number of calculation exercises, and plays at the expected time control, so they arrive prepared instead of overloaded.
Who exactly will be coaching my child each week?
A named rated coach from our team, and the same one every session, no rotation. Our coaches hold FIDE ratings including 1850, 1920 and 1780, and because batches are capped at 4-6 students, the coach knows your child's game personally rather than managing a hall.
How do I know the classes are actually working?
You receive a weekly WhatsApp report for every student, so you can see what was covered even if you missed the session. For older children, coaches also review saved games and error logs, which means improvement shows up as concrete changes in play, not just a rating number drifting up or down.
What happens if we miss a class or want to stop?
If you decide to stop, we give a 100% refund on unused sessions, so you are never paying for classes your child did not attend. For missed sessions, message the coach and the weekly report still tells you what the batch covered, so your child can catch up before the next class.
Is my child too young, or too old, to start?
Neither. We run age tracks for ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15, plus beginner through advanced roadmaps, so a five-year-old learning how pieces move and a teenager preparing for rated events sit in appropriately different classes. The free 30-minute level check places your child correctly before any payment.
How much homework do I have to supervise at home?
Very little. Short focused practice of five to ten minutes works better than long blocks for younger children, and one saved serious game per week is enough for older ones. If a rule causes confusion at home, note the position and send it to the coach, who settles it with a board example in class.