What this Kanpur class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Kanpur. 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 Kanpur.
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 Kanpur.
Live online chess coaching for Kanpur families, from home
If you are raising a child in Kanpur and want serious chess training without a cross-city drive every week, this is built for you. ChessWize is registered in Kanpur and runs its live coaching programme from here, so your child learns from the same FIDE-rated coaches used for students nationwide. Sessions happen on screen, on your schedule, with a written parent report every week.
Your child keeps the same coach every session - no rotation. Batches are strictly capped at 4-6 similarly-rated students, or you can choose 1:1 work under our Analyst Protocol. The ladder runs from beginner through intermediate and advanced to tournament prep, so a five-year-old learning how the knight moves and a thirteen-year-old sharpening calculation both have a clear next step.
One Kanpur mother told us: "Anika was playing 'casually' on chess.com and hanging pieces every game. First month the coach just drilled Checks-Captures-Threats." That is the standard arc: fix the basics, then build. Another parent said, "The difference is the weekly progress report - I can actually see what's working."
We stand behind two commitments: 100% refund on unused sessions, and a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit. District and state events run through the Uttar Pradesh Chess Association, and our students average four months from starting training to their first tournament. You keep a traceable local operator with a verified Google Business presence in Kanpur, rated 5.0 from 21 reviews.
Class times for Kanpur
The page uses Indian Standard Time (Asia/Kolkata). The recurring class time is agreed with the family after the level check.
All class times run on India Standard Time (IST), so there is no DST conversion to worry about for Kanpur families. Coach availability windows include 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, 11:30 AM-3:30 PM IST, 4:30-9:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST, among others. That means after-school and evening slots are genuinely available, and younger children can take morning weekend classes. We match your child's batch to a window that fits your week before you commit.
| 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 Kanpur 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 Kanpur 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 (rating 1850, FIDE ID IN-25600184), Tarun Gupta (1920) and Aryan Pal (1780). The same coach teaches every session, so the person on screen knows your child's game in detail rather than starting over each week.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Group batches are strictly capped at 4-6 similarly-rated students, so your child gets intense peer play without disappearing into a crowd. If you want the coach's full attention, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol maps your child's current game and targets the highest-value gap directly.
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Check 3
Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
Yes. Age tracks for 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15 sit alongside beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, plus tournament prep and rating improvement. A beginner learns the board and finishes a complete game; an advanced student audits their play, deepens calculation and converts 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 can see exactly what was covered even if you do not play chess yourself. One Kanpur mother told us the dashboard is what sold her: she could see what her daughter covered each week, and the play sharpened by week eight.
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Check 5
Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live online sessions with a FIDE-rated coach, held in small batches or 1:1, so an adult at home can sit nearby or observe the screen at any time. ChessWize is registered in Kanpur with a verified Google Business presence, giving parents a traceable local operator behind the programme.
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Check 6
Can we try before paying?
Yes. We offer one free 30-minute demo, and in that same session the coach checks your child's level before you commit. No payment is needed to decide. The level check places your child at the right point on the curriculum ladder so the first paid class starts with useful work, not guesswork.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
Unused sessions are refundable: we commit to 100% refund on unused sessions under plan rules. If school exams, a family move or a change of interest interrupts training, you are not left paying for classes your child never attended. Ask us to confirm the current plan terms when you book the demo.
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Check 8
Will the timings fit our week?
Coach windows run across the day on IST, including 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST for younger children, 4:30-9:30 PM IST for after-school slots and 5:30-8:30 PM IST for evenings. Because Kanpur stays on IST year-round, there is no daylight-saving shuffle; we fix a slot that fits your school and homework week.
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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. After the starter pack, regular plans run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan. These are two different things: the pack is an entry rate, and the regular range covers ongoing plans. The demo costs nothing.
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Check 10
Is there a path to tournaments?
Yes. Our students average four months from starting training to their first tournament, and we have coached cohort district finishers including four wins. District and state events run through the Uttar Pradesh Chess Association, and tournament-prep training rehearses real event conditions before your child plays over the board.
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Check 11
What do I have to do at home?
Keep it light and consistent. For younger children, five to ten focused minutes of board setup or two familiar positions beats a long block. Children in the middle age groups can keep one slower game each week and mark the moment they felt unsure, then bring a single question to class. You do not need to coach chess yourself; the coach sets everything.
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 Kanpur-tagged record first when the source has one. Names, roles, cities, dates, ratings, and words remain as stored.
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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 Kanpur
Kanpur sits on the Ganges in Uttar Pradesh as a long-established industrial and education city, where CBSE and state-board schools field steady junior teams in district mind-sport events.
ChessWize is registered in Kanpur and delivers its live coaching programme from here, so local families get the same FIDE-rated coaches used for students nationwide — without building the week around a cross-city drive.
Local chess context
District and state events run through the Uttar Pradesh Chess Association, and ChessWize keeps a verified Google Business presence in Kanpur — a real local anchor for parents who want accountable coaching even when sessions stay online.
Because ChessWize is registered in Kanpur and maintains a verified Google Business presence here, local parents get a traceable operator for a live online programme that still uses the same FIDE-rated coaches and weekly parent reports as students in larger metros.
Online and offline choices
A nearby offline coach in Kanpur can work well if the class is small, the timing is stable, and travel across the city is short. Online is stronger when school and home sit on opposite sides of town, when you want a hard batch cap of six, or when you prefer the same FIDE-rated coach every week with a written parent report. District events can still be played in person.
Programme claims are linked to the first-party source pages below; the city wording remains the existing city record.
Questions from parents in Kanpur
How much do online chess classes for kids in Kanpur cost?
Fees start from Rs 375 per class for ages 5–15. Live 1:1 or batches limited to six, same coach weekly, English or Hindi, and a WhatsApp parent report each week. Unused classes are refundable under plan rules. A free 30-minute demo needs no payment before you decide.
Is ChessWize online only in Kanpur, or is there an offline centre?
Coaching sessions are live online — there is no ChessWize walk-in classroom for weekly classes. ChessWize is registered in Kanpur and has a verified Google Business presence (5.0 from 21 reviews), so parents still have a local account of the operator while the FIDE-rated coach teaches on screen.
Why choose online coaching when ChessWize is based in Kanpur?
Registration and Google presence sit in Kanpur; the product is still live remote coaching so any neighbourhood can use the same coach pool without a cross-city drive. You get weekly continuity, small batches or 1:1, and the parent report — then enter UP district or school events over the board when ready.
Who will teach my child, and how good are the coaches?
FIDE-rated coaches teach every class, including Hrdyansh Pandey (1850), Tarun Gupta (1920) and Aryan Pal (1780). Your child keeps the same coach every session, so the coach tracks your child's habits, gaps and progress over months rather than restarting with a stranger each week.
Can my child learn in Hindi or English?
Yes, coaching is available in English or Hindi. Many Kanpur children think more naturally in Hindi at ages five to eight, and switching languages mid-explanation is normal in our batches. Tell us your preference at the level check and we place your child where they will speak and ask questions freely.
What happens in the free 30-minute demo?
The complimentary 30-min level check before you commit is a real working session: the coach plays with your child, identifies their current level on our ladder, and shows you the report format you would receive weekly. There is no payment and no obligation; you decide afterwards whether the fit is right.
Will online classes work if my child is shy or gets distracted?
Small batches of 4-6 help quiet children participate in low-pressure ways, and participation can begin with moves on the board rather than speaking up. One parent told us her son hated sitting still, yet six months in he was doing puzzles before she was up. Tell the coach what you see at home.
Do we need to travel anywhere in Kanpur for classes or events?
Weekly classes stay online from home, so there is no cross-city drive. District and state events run through the Uttar Pradesh Chess Association are played over the board, and tournament-prep training prepares your child for those in-person days, including reporting time, clocks and notation requirements.
How quickly will I see improvement in my child's play?
The basics come first: the first month often drills Checks-Captures-Threats to stop hanging pieces, and parents commonly notice sharper play within weeks. Our students average four months from starting training to their first tournament, and the weekly WhatsApp report shows you exactly what was covered along the way.
Do you offer a starter pack or monthly plans?
Yes. The entry route is a starter pack: ₹2,500 for 8 classes, which is ₹313 per class inside the pack. Once your child moves onto ongoing plans, those range from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class based on the format you choose. Unused classes are refundable under plan rules, and the demo itself costs nothing.
Do you have a walk-in classroom in Kanpur?
No. Weekly lessons stay live online from your home in Kanpur, so there is no classroom to walk into. You still get a traceable local operator: ChessWize is registered here with a verified Google Business presence rated 5.0 from 21 reviews. Over-the-board district events come later, once tournament prep is done.