What this Katihar class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Katihar. 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 Katihar.
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 Katihar.
Coached chess for Katihar children, from your own table
Katihar parents already know what scheduled coaching looks like, because school tuition runs on the same pattern. Chess works the same way here: a fixed weekly slot, a named coach, and a report you can actually read. Your child joins from home, so a delayed train near the junction never costs a lesson. One mother described the change in her own son: "his class teacher called just to ask what changed" after months of classes, and that is the kind of outside confirmation we want you to see too.
Every class is taught live by a FIDE-rated coach, in batches of 4-6 similarly-rated students or one-to-one. We hold to one promise: Same coach every session - no rotation. Children settle faster when the person across the board knows their habits, their openings, and the mistakes they were working on last week. The small batch also means your child speaks and plays in every session rather than watching from the back of a crowded room.
The curriculum runs from first moves for ages 5-8 through beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, up to tournament preparation and rating improvement. A beginner finishes complete games early, then learns opening principles and basic tactics before moving up the ladder. Progress is visible to you through a weekly WhatsApp report written in plain language, so you can follow the plan even if you have never played chess yourself.
You can begin with a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit, and if you stop, we apply 100% refund on unused sessions. Katihar families on either side of the tracks get the same mentor, the same plan, and the same evidence of progress, without a station-side pickup after school.
Class times for Katihar
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 Katihar families need no conversion and there is no daylight saving shift to track. Coach availability windows span the day: morning slots from 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, midday options such as 12:30-5:30 PM IST, and evening windows including 4:30-9:30 PM IST and 5:30-8:30 PM IST. Evening slots sit after school hours, and weekend mornings work for younger children. We book a fixed weekly slot inside the window that suits your household, and it stays the same each week.
| 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 Katihar 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 Katihar 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?
A FIDE-rated coach teaches every session, never a general tutor. Our coaching team includes Hrdyansh Pandey (FIDE rating 1850), Tarun Gupta (1920) and Aryan Pal (1780), each with a published rating you can verify. The same coach stays with your child week after week, so feedback builds on previous lessons.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Batches are strictly 4-6 similarly-rated students, placed together by working level so nobody is dragged or held back. Children get intense peer play and group calculation inside that small circle. If you prefer full attention, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol gives your child the coach alone for the whole session.
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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 and advanced levels, tournament preparation and rating improvement. A beginner first learns the board and legal moves, then finishes complete games, applies opening principles and finds basic tactics and endings before moving up.
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Check 4
How will I know it is working?
You receive a Weekly WhatsApp report for every student, written in plain language even if you have never played chess yourself. It covers what was taught, what your child practised, and what comes next. Group batches of 4-6 also track individual understanding, so the report reflects your child, not just the class.
Check the proof → -
Check 5
Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live video sessions with a coach watching every move in real time, and your child joins from your home under your roof. Batches are small and fixed, with the same coach each week, so you always know exactly who is on the call and what is happening in the session.
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Check 6
Can we try before paying?
Yes. We offer a complimentary 30-min demo class, free and unpaid, so your child can meet the coach and test attention on video before any payment. We also include a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit, which places your child at the right starting level rather than guessing.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
If you stop, we give a 100% refund on unused sessions, so prepaid classes you have not taken are returned to you. There is no penalty for pausing or leaving. Combined with the free demo, this means your first real financial risk is limited to classes your child has actually attended.
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Check 8
Will the timings fit our week?
Classes run on IST with coach windows from morning 9:30 AM-1:30 PM through evening 4:30-9:30 PM, so school-going children in Katihar can take an after-school slot. Once booked, the slot is fixed weekly, which suits tuition-heavy timetables and parents with railway or logistics shifts better than a floating schedule.
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Check 9
What does it cost, exactly?
You start with the starter pack: ₹2,500 for 8 classes, which works out to ₹313 per class. After that, regular plans run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan you choose. The demo and level check are free, and unused sessions are refunded in full.
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Check 10
Is there a path to tournaments?
Yes. We run a dedicated tournament-prep track that covers understanding the event, repairing the game plan, rehearsing tournament conditions and reviewing the evidence afterwards. District finishers have come through our cohorts, and the typical student reaches a first tournament in roughly four months of steady, structured training.
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Check 11
What do I have to do at home?
Very little. Younger children do best with five to ten focused minutes, such as setting up the board or solving two familiar positions, and stop while they are still interested. Older students save one serious game a week for class, and any rule that causes an argument at home can go straight to the coach.
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 Katihar-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 Katihar
Katihar is a major railway junction in eastern Bihar and the headquarters of Katihar district, linking routes toward North Bengal and the North-East. The town grew around the rail and trade economy, with residential pockets spread along lines that still define daily movement.
Junction-town life means irregular parent hours, level-crossing delays, and school runs that already absorb the evening. A live online chess class starts at a booked time from the dining table, so coaching does not collapse when a train or freight movement snarls the road near the station belts.
Local chess context
Like the rest of Bihar, Katihar families prioritise school performance and often stack tuition after class. Chess gains traction when it is scheduled, coached, and reported — the same habits parents already respect in academic coaching — rather than left as random play without a mentor.
Residential clusters near the junction and farther colonies do not share one easy coach catchment; structured online lessons give children on either side of the tracks the same mentor without a station-side pickup after school.
Online and offline choices
A local offline group can work if it sits inside your colony and the teacher is consistent. Online is the better default when home is across the junction from school, when a parent works railway or logistics shifts, or when you want a FIDE-rated coach who is not limited to Katihar’s physical tutor pool.
Programme claims are linked to the first-party source pages below; the city wording remains the existing city record.
Questions from parents in Katihar
How much do ChessWize online chess classes cost in Katihar?
From Rs 375 per class. Children aged 5–15 learn live with a FIDE-rated coach in private lessons or batches of up to six, with the same coach each week and a WhatsApp parent report. Unused classes can be refunded. The 30-minute demo is free and unpaid.
Do you have an offline chess centre in Katihar?
No. ChessWize is live online only — no Katihar branch or classroom. Sessions are real-time video with a coach watching every move. School or neighbourhood clubs can still supply over-the-board friends; online training supplies the weekly plan and rated mentoring.
Can classes continue if we travel along the rail corridor toward Siliguri or further east?
If internet is usable at the stop, the same booked coach session can run from a relative’s house or a short trip stay. That flexibility is hard to get from a fixed Katihar room when family travel follows rail connections. Use the free demo to test attention on video before you commit.
What does my child need at home for an online class in Katihar?
A device with a working internet connection, a board if you have one, and a quiet corner of the house. Sessions run live on video with the coach watching every move. Before the first lesson, keep the login and notebook ready so the class starts on time without losing minutes to setup.
Will chess classes clash with our tuition schedule?
Probably not. Coach windows run from morning 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST through evening slots ending as late as 9:30 PM IST, so you can pick a time around school and existing tuition. Once booked, the slot stays fixed every week, which makes planning the rest of the week simple.
Can my child join a tournament after starting as a beginner?
Yes, and most do within a few months. The beginner track moves from legal moves to complete games, opening principles and basic tactics, and the tournament-prep track then rehearses real event conditions. On average, students reach their first tournament in about four months, and our cohort has produced district finishers.
How do I know the coach is actually good?
Every coach holds a FIDE rating you can check: Hrdyansh Pandey at 1850, Tarun Gupta at 1920 and Aryan Pal at 1780. Your child keeps the same coach every session, so you can judge quality directly over the first weeks, and the free demo lets you meet the coach before paying anything.
Does my child have to be good at chess already?
No. We place children by working level across ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15, plus beginner through advanced tracks. A complete newcomer starts with the board and legal moves and finishes a first full game early. The complimentary 30-min level check finds the right starting point before the first paid class.
What happens if we miss a week because of travel?
If the internet is usable where you are, the same booked session can run from a relative's house or a trip stay, which suits families who travel along the rail corridor. Any prepaid class you do not use is refunded in full, so a missed week costs you nothing financially.
Who sends me updates about my child's progress?
The coach's report reaches you directly: we send a Weekly WhatsApp report for every student covering what was taught and what comes next. You do not need to understand chess to read it. If something needs adjusting, such as lighter homework around exams, you can raise it with the same coach who teaches your child.
Which is better for us, group batches or one-to-one?
Group batches of 4-6 similarly-rated students bring peer play, group calculation and team-based tactics, and many children enjoy the company. One-to-one suits a child with a specific gap or an uneven schedule. You can try both in the free demo and level check, then choose with evidence rather than guesswork.