What this Kollam class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Kollam. 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 Kollam.
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 Kollam.
Steady chess coaching for Kollam children, rain or shine
Kollam sits beside Ashtamudi Lake, and families here know what the monsoon does to an evening plan. When your child's chess class happens at home on a screen, heavy rain does not decide whether the week's lesson happens. That consistency is the whole point of a weekly activity: skills build when sessions continue for months, not when they stop every time the sky opens.
Your child is taught by a FIDE-rated coach, in a small skill-matched batch of 4-6 students or one-to-one. The same coach stays with your child every session, so the coach knows your child's habits, not just their rating. Before any payment, we run a complimentary 30-min level check so your child starts at the right rung of the ladder, from first moves through tournament preparation.
You should not have to guess whether it is working. A parent told us: "We tried two other academies before ChessWize. The difference is the weekly progress report - I can actually see what's working." You get a weekly WhatsApp report for every student, so you can see what was covered and what comes next, even if you do not play chess yourself.
Fees are simple: a starter pack of Rs 2,500 for 8 classes, and regular plans afterwards from Rs 375 to Rs 1,000 per class depending on the plan. Unused sessions are refundable under our 100% refund on unused sessions guarantee. Book the complimentary 30-min demo, meet the coach, and decide with your child, not on our say-so.
Class times for Kollam
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), which Kollam follows year-round; India does not observe daylight saving, so there is no DST shift to track. Coach availability windows span mornings from 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST through late afternoons and evenings up to 5:30-8:30 PM IST across the week, so a slot can fit around school, homework and family time in Kollam.
| 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 Kollam 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 Kollam 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 a FIDE-rated coach. Our coaching team includes Hrdyansh Pandey (FIDE rating 1850), Tarun Gupta (FIDE rating 1920) and Aryan Pal (FIDE rating 1780). Ratings are published so you know exactly who is guiding your child, and the same coach stays with your child every session.
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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 is genuine rather than one-sided. If you want undivided attention, our 1:1 Analyst Protocol gives your child a private coach. Either way, the same coach keeps the same children week after week.
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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 prep, rating improvement and online summer camps. Each level has a written roadmap, from learning the board and legal moves through calculation, repertoire and converting training into real 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 what was taught and how your child is progressing even if you do not play chess yourself. Coaches also review your child's own games, so feedback is based on real play rather than a generic scorecard.
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Check 5
Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live video sessions with a named FIDE-rated coach on a shared digital board, so you can sit nearby or check in at any time. Because everything happens online in a controlled session with a known coach, you always know who your child is speaking with and what is on screen.
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Check 6
Can we try before paying?
Yes. We offer a complimentary 30-min demo, and before any payment we run a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit. Your child meets the coach, plays a little and gets placed at the right level, and you decide afterwards with no upfront payment.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
Our guarantee is 100% refund on unused sessions. If your child stops, any classes left unused in your package are refunded, so you are not paying for lessons that never happened. Combined with the free demo and level check, you can start without financial risk.
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Check 8
Will the timings fit our week?
Coach availability windows run across the week in IST, from morning slots like 9:30 AM-1:30 PM and 10:30 AM-2:30 PM through afternoon windows like 12:30-5:30 PM to evening slots like 4:30-9:30 PM and 5:30-8:30 PM. Since India Standard Time is fixed year-round with no DST change, your slot stays put.
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Check 9
What does it cost, exactly?
You start with a starter pack of Rs 2,500 for 8 classes. After that, regular plans run from Rs 375 to Rs 1,000 per class depending on the plan you choose. The demo and level check are complimentary, and unused sessions in a package are refundable, so there are no hidden extras.
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Check 10
Is there a path to tournaments?
Yes. We have a dedicated tournament-prep track that 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 families typically reach their first tournament in about 4 months.
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Check 11
What do I have to do at home?
Little more than a board and a stable connection. We suggest short, focused home practice: a few positions, one saved game to bring to class, or a simple error log for older children. The coach sets homework matched to your child's level, and a weekly WhatsApp report keeps you in the loop.
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 Kollam-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 Kollam
Kollam is an old trading city beside Ashtamudi Lake on Kerala's southern coast. The district is strongly associated with cashew processing, coir, fishing, and backwater transport.
For children living around the lake, the coast, or the expanding edges of Kollam, online instruction makes the quality of coaching less dependent on a nearby address. A fixed home session can continue through the monsoon without an unnecessary evening commute.
Local chess context
Kollam's schools form part of Kerala's broad, literacy-rich education system, serving both urban and rural families. Since chess can be studied with a simple board and an internet connection, guided learning can remain consistent across those different settings.
Kollam's geography around Ashtamudi Lake and the coastline means monsoon weather can genuinely disrupt evening travel for weeks at a stretch. An online chess class keeps running through heavy rain since nothing depends on stepping outside, which matters for a weekly activity meant to build steadily over months.
Online and offline choices
A family living close to a reliable offline coach in central Kollam may find an in-person class works fine most of the year. Online tends to hold up better through the monsoon or in the more spread-out parts of the district near the backwaters, since travel is not a factor in whether a class happens.
Programme claims are linked to the first-party source pages below; the city wording remains the existing city record.
Questions from parents in Kollam
What is the fee for online chess coaching for kids in Kollam?
Classes start from Rs 375 each as part of a package. There is a free 30-minute demo and level check before any payment, and unused classes in a package are refundable.
Is there an offline chess centre in Kollam, or is coaching online-only?
ChessWize is online only, in Kollam and everywhere else. Your child joins a live video class with a FIDE-rated coach and a shared digital board rather than visiting a physical location.
Do classes get cancelled during heavy monsoon weather?
No — since classes are entirely online, monsoon weather does not affect whether a session happens, only whether the internet connection at home is stable. This is one reason online coaching holds up well through Kollam's wetter months.
What if my child lives in a village near Kollam rather than the town centre?
That is not a problem — online classes reach anywhere with a decent internet connection, so a child in a village near the backwaters gets the same coach and curriculum as one living centrally in Kollam town.
Will classes continue through Kollam's monsoon rains?
Yes. Classes are entirely online, so heavy rain around Ashtamudi Lake or the coast does not affect whether a session happens. Only the stability of your home internet matters. This is one reason online coaching holds up well through Kollam's wetter months, when evening travel across the backwater roads becomes genuinely difficult.
Is there a physical chess centre in Kollam we can visit?
No, ChessWize is online only, in Kollam and everywhere else. Your child joins a live video class with a FIDE-rated coach and a shared digital board rather than travelling to a building. That means a child in a village near the backwaters gets the same coach and curriculum as one living in Kollam town.
What ages and levels do the classes cover?
Children from 5 to 15, across age tracks for 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15, plus beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, one-to-one coaching, tournament prep, rating improvement and an online summer camp. The complimentary 30-min level check places your child on the right rung before the first paid class.
How quickly will we see improvement in my child's play?
Every child differs, but our cohort families typically reach their first tournament in about 4 months, and progress is visible sooner through the weekly WhatsApp report. Coaches work from your child's own games, naming the specific bottleneck, whether that is missed tactics, time trouble or weak endings, and retesting as the weeks pass.
Who exactly will be teaching my child each week?
A named FIDE-rated coach from our team, such as Hrdyansh Pandey (1850), Tarun Gupta (1920) or Aryan Pal (1780), and the same coach every session with no rotation. You meet the coach in the complimentary 30-min demo before paying anything, so both you and your child know who you are working with.
Can we try a class before committing to a package?
Yes. Book the complimentary 30-min demo, which doubles as a level check before you commit. Your child plays with the coach, you see how the online session works on your own device at home, and only then do you decide on the starter pack of Rs 2,500 for 8 classes or another plan.
Do we need any special equipment for the online classes?
No special setup. A device with a stable internet connection, a login for the class, and a simple chess board with a notebook for home practice are enough. The coach shares the digital board during the session, so your child follows along on screen. A parent can sit beside a younger child at first, then step away once the routine feels familiar.
Which plan should a beginner family start with?
Most Kollam families begin with the starter pack of Rs 2,500 for 8 classes, which lets the coach see how your child learns before any longer commitment. Afterwards you can move to a regular plan from Rs 375 to Rs 1,000 per class depending on the attention your child needs, group batches or one-to-one coaching.