What this Nadiad class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Nadiad. 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 Nadiad.
Who the format fits
It fits families with a beginner through a rated player who can keep a recurring IST time agreed after the level check, want a group capped at six or a one-to-one lesson, and want one regular coach. It does not fit a family that needs a walk-in classroom in Nadiad.
Nadiad Chess Training That Fits Around School and Family Time
If your child in Nadiad wants more than casual play, the obstacle is usually distance: serious coaching has meant repeated trips toward Anand or Ahmedabad. We remove that obstacle without removing the coach. ChessWize teaches live online chess to children across Kheda district: a coach, a skill-matched batch of 4-6 students or one-to-one attention, and a plan that runs from first legal moves to first tournaments.
The teaching is deliberate. Batches run twelve weeks with strictly 4-6 similarly-rated students, so peer-play stays intense and group calculation has real partners. Age roadmaps for 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15 sit alongside beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, plus tournament-prep and rating-improvement tracks. And the person leading it stays: Same coach every session - no rotation. That guarantee matters while a coach is learning how your child thinks.
You are not asked to trust blindly. Every student gets a weekly WhatsApp report, and one mother's words capture what that means: 'I don't know chess, but I can see exactly what she covered each week.' Before anything is paid, the complimentary 30-min level check shows where your child stands. Then the starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes. Regular plans afterwards run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan.
The numbers are easy to check: 1000 students coached, 1500 parents, and an average of 4 months to a first tournament. Twenty-one Google reviews currently average 5.0. For a Nadiad family, that adds up to a simple offer: specialist chess training at home, on IST windows that clear school and tuition.
Chess in Nadiad: a city open and district labels
Nadiad has a documented city open and also appears in state lists under more than one geographical label. A YouTube watch page is titled as an open chess tournament organised at Subhashnagar Kumar Vyayam Shala in Nadiad. The Khel Mahakumbh 2025 Under-14 boys starting list includes Nadiad-City. Its Under-11 girls list uses Kheda, the district name, rather than Nadiad. The open and the lists are past records. Ask the organiser or GSCA which event is listed, and keep the city and district labels separate.
Who runs junior chess here
- Gujarat State Chess Association. For school chess enquiries, GSCA describes a Gujarat programme of workshops, seminars and intra-school tournaments. [4]
Events a child from Nadiad can enter
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Open chess tournament at Subhashnagar Kumar Vyayam Shala
Date not printed in the verified title · Subhashnagar Kumar Vyayam Shala, Nadiad
The verified YouTube heading names this Nadiad hall as the place of an organised open, without printing the day. [6]
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Khel Mahakumbh 2025 Gujarat State U-14 (Boys) Chess Championship
2025 edition, record dated January 2026
Nadiad-City is listed in this state age-group field, a concrete record of city participation. [1]
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SGFI Gujarat State Under-14 Boys Chess Tournament 2025
Held in October 2025
The starting list includes Kheda, making this a district-labelled school chess reference for families. [3]
Where to play
- Subhashnagar Kumar Vyayam Shala. The verified YouTube watch page names this hall for a Nadiad open chess tournament. [6]
From online class to a first tournament
- An open tournament was organised at Subhashnagar Kumar Vyayam Shala. Ask the venue or GSCA whether another open is listed, and confirm the date with the organiser.
- The Nadiad-City label on the Under-14 boys Khel Mahakumbh list is a past Club/City entry. Ask GSCA which age-group event is listed.
- When looking at a Kheda listing, check whether the event information concerns the district or the city.
- Rehearse choosing a move without screen hints, then play the position out on a real board.
- For a state-level entry, follow the GSCA registration circular and read the event's age conditions before applying.
Good to know
- Treat Kheda as the district label and Nadiad-City as the city label when you read a starting list.
Sources (checked 2026-09-28)
- [1] Chess-Results page for Khel Mahakumbh 2025 Gujarat Under-14 Boys
- [2] Chess-Results page for Khel Mahakumbh 2025 Gujarat Under-11 Girls
- [3] Chess-Results page for SGFI Gujarat Under-14 Boys, 2025
- [4] GSCA homepage, Gujarat State Chess Association
- [5] GSCA registration circular
- [6] YouTube watch page titled as a Nadiad open chess tournament at Subhashnagar Kumar Vyayam Shala
Class times for Nadiad
All Nadiad class times run on India Standard Time (IST), the same clock Nadiad already uses, and India does not observe daylight saving, so there is no DST shift to correct at any point of the year. Coach availability windows, each labelled Coach availability window (IST), are: 9:30 AM-1:30 PM, 10:30 AM-2:30 PM, 11:30 AM-2:30 PM, 11:30 AM-3:30 PM, 12:30-5:30 PM, 1:30-4:30 PM, 2:30-5:30 PM, 4:30-9:30 PM, 4:30-6:30 PM and 5:30-8:30 PM. In words: mornings can begin at half past nine, midday windows stretch to half past five in the afternoon, and the last evening slot finishes by half past nine at night. Whatever window your child's batch uses, the slot is booked in IST with no conversion needed.
Published weekly schedule in Indian Standard Time (Asia/Kolkata), as of 2026-09-05
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| Window | Family time | Coach time |
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| Family-agreed weekly class | Recurring time agreed after the level check (IST) | The same IST appointment for the family and coach |
What Nadiad parents pay
Regular classes run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per live class. The starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes.
Prices are the INR list recorded in the pricing source as of 2026-09-29; unused sessions follow the published Refund policy.
Read the full courses and fees page →The coaching roster parents can check
No coach is assigned to Nadiad 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
Ages 5–15 · Foundation, tactical, and tournament-prep tracks
Languages: English, Hindi
Tarun Gupta
All ages · Curriculum design + senior cohort coaching
Languages: English, Hindi
Aryan Pal
Ages 5–10 · Beginner foundations
Languages: English, Hindi
What the curriculum covers
Four phases: learn the board and legal moves; finish a complete game; use opening principles; find basic tactics and endings.
Recorded programme results
As of 2026-07-13, the trust record lists 1,000 students coached and 1,500 parents, with 4 district finishers in a cohort of 12 and an average of 4 months to a first tournament. These are past records, not a promise for one child.
How classes run
Your child keeps the same coach in a supervised small group, and a parent can sit in on any lesson. Read the full policy on the child safety page.
At home you need a laptop or tablet with a webcam and stable internet. Classes run in the browser. Setup details are on the online chess classes page.
The first meeting is a free 30-minute level check. Paid classes start only after you enrol and agree a recurring time.
The four published commitments
- Same coach every session — no rotation
- Full refund within 48 hours of enrolling on a monthly plan
- Complimentary 30-min level check before you commit
- Weekly WhatsApp report for every student
Refund wording is on the refund policy.
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 coach: Tarun Gupta, Hrdyansh Pandey or Aryan Pal. Whoever takes your child's class keeps it; the same coach teaches every session, with no rotation. All three coach the live online batches your child would join.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Your child learns in a skill-matched batch of 4-6 similarly-rated students. Twelve-week synchronized batches keep that group together across intense peer-play, group calculation and team-based tactical work. Prefer undivided attention? The 1:1 Analyst Protocol puts a coach alone with your child for the whole session.
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Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
There is a real ladder: beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, plus dedicated age roadmaps for 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15, and tracks for rating improvement and tournament prep. A beginner finishes complete games and learns opening principles; an advanced student audits their game, deepens calculation and converts training into events. Twelve-week batches move through a synchronized plan.
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Check 4
How will I know it is working?
Every student gets a weekly WhatsApp report; it is a named guarantee, not an occasional courtesy. You see what the week covered and what comes next even if you have never played chess yourself. One mother says in her video 'I can see the improvement in her concentration and the confidence level', and the weekly report is how you follow that from home.
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Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live and online, so your child trains at home with you within reach; there is no venue or pickup involved. Coaches are named adults. Join the complimentary 30-min level check or free demo to watch the format with your own eyes, and the weekly WhatsApp report keeps you informed each week.
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Can we try before paying?
Yes. Book the complimentary 30-min demo: the coach assesses your child's current ability and you check the online setup, all before selecting a paid course. Nothing is charged for it. After the demo you will know which track fits, from ages 5-8 to 13-15 and beginner to advanced, and the starter pack is the first thing you would pay for.
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What if we stop?
Cancel a Nadiad monthly plan within 48 hours of enrolling for a full refund or a pro-rated refund minus sessions attended before the 3rd session, after which there is no refund for the current month and cancelling stops later billing. Term packages add a 7-day pro-rated refund from enrolling, leftover classes can then be finished in the term, and between the free demo, the level check and the published refund policy, families can try the class before paying since the demo needs no payment.
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Will the timings fit our week?
Your child trains on IST, which is Nadiad's own clock, so nothing needs converting. Availability stretches from a 9:30 AM-1:30 PM morning window through midday options to evening slots such as 4:30-9:30 PM and 5:30-8:30 PM. Pick the window that clears school, homework and tuition; synchronized twelve-week batches keep the whole group on one timetable.
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What does it cost, exactly?
The starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes. Once your child continues, regular plans run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan you choose. The complimentary 30-min demo and level check are free, so your first real cost is the pack itself.
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Is there a path to tournaments?
There is a tournament-prep track that rehearses event conditions. The Khel Mahakumbh 2025 Under-14 boys starting list recorded Nadiad-City, while some other Gujarat age-group lists use the district label Kheda, so ask the Gujarat State Chess Association for later state-level notices. Check that event's requirements before you enter. Students reach a first tournament in about four months on average.
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What do I have to do at home?
Your part at home is small and structured. Younger children do best with five to ten focused minutes: set up the board, show one piece, solve two familiar positions, and stop while they are still interested. Older students save one serious game a week and bring one honest question to class; the coach turns that into the next lesson's starting point.
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Watch family videos
Poster, title, speaker, and a one-line summary from the testimonial record. Each card links to its review page.
See every class, not just the fee
Every ChessWize class runs on ChessCore, so you always know what your child is learning.
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Your own parent dashboard
A private page for each child: next class, attendance, homework and progress, in one place.
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Progress you can read
Puzzle accuracy and a rating trend once your child has played enough games, explained in plain words.
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Notes from the coach
After classes the coach shares what your child worked on and what to practise next.
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Attendance and makeups
Every class is logged. If your child misses one, you can see the makeup credit and book it yourself.
No screen recording, keystroke logging or device-location access · classes recorded only with your consent. How we handle your child’s data →
Written reviews from parents
Two parent reviews for this page, with a Nadiad-tagged record first when the source has one.
★★★★★
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
Google reviews from ChessWize parents
Google rating 5.0 from 21 reviews; the stored set was pulled 2026-07-08.
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 →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 →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 Nadiad
Nadiad is a major town of the fertile Kheda district and part of Gujarat's Charotar region. It is known as the birthplace of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and serves as a local centre for education, healthcare, and commerce.
Families may travel within Nadiad or toward nearby Anand for specialised activities. Online lessons place a live experienced coach at home, making a stable chess routine easier beside school and tuition hours.
Local chess context
Young players in Kheda district can enter the wider Gujarat school and association chess pathway. Structured tactics, game review, and clock practice help a child arrive prepared without claiming that online study replaces real board experience.
Nadiad's position between Ahmedabad and Anand gives families regional access but can also turn specialist coaching into repeated highway travel. Online study keeps the teaching choice broad without making location the weekly constraint.
Online and offline choices
Offline coaching can be the right choice when a trusted local teacher offers a suitable peer group nearby. Online is more practical when the desired level requires travel outside Nadiad or when school transport already takes a large part of the day.
See class details, fees and safety information below.
Questions from parents in Nadiad
Does a Kheda entry in a starting list mean the event was in Nadiad?
Treat Kheda as the district label in these records. The Khel Mahakumbh Under-11 girls list names Kheda, while the Under-14 boys list specifically names Nadiad-City. Both are Club/City entries. When arranging attendance, use the event's venue information rather than treating a participant's district or city label as the playing address.
Which school chess record can a Nadiad parent ask about?
The SGFI Gujarat State Under-14 boys tournament record for October 2025 includes Kheda in its starting list. It gives you a named past competition to discuss with your child's school. GSCA also reports school workshops, seminars and intra-school tournaments across Gujarat, so its website is another useful starting point for a school chess enquiry.
How much is live online chess coaching in Nadiad?
Classes start from ₹375 per class. ChessWize offers private 1:1 instruction and live groups with no more than six students. A free 30-minute demo lets the coach assess current ability and lets parents check the online setup before selecting a paid course.
Is there a ChessWize offline centre in Nadiad?
There is no ChessWize classroom or walk-in academy in Nadiad. Coaching is live online only, with a coach interacting directly with the child. Families may combine these sessions with school chess or suitable local over-the-board events when they want physical-board experience.
Do Kheda district families need to travel to a larger city for serious coaching?
Not for the weekly lesson. A child can receive structured online coaching from home in Nadiad while still travelling selectively for appropriate over-the-board events. This separates regular training from transport and is often easier than making Ahmedabad or Anand travel part of every school week.
How much does online chess coaching cost in Nadiad?
Two figures matter. The starter pack costs ₹2,500 for 8 classes. Regular plans that follow run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on what you choose. The 30-minute demo and level check are complimentary, so you can meet the coach and see the setup before any money changes hands.
Is there a ChessWize centre in Nadiad we can visit?
No. There is no walk-in academy or classroom in Nadiad; coaching is live and online only, with a coach interacting directly with your child. Many Kheda families pair the weekly online lesson with school chess or an occasional over-the-board event when they want physical-board experience, without making travel to another Charotar city part of every week.
Do we still need to travel to Anand or Ahmedabad for coaching?
Not for the weekly class. Live coaching, a skill-matched batch and a weekly report all happen from home in Nadiad. Travel becomes selective instead of weekly: the occasional over-the-board event, with the tournament-prep track rehearsing conditions beforehand so your child arrives prepared. Regular training and transport stop being the same problem.
What does my child need at home for the classes?
A device with an internet connection, a chessboard and a notebook. Younger children may want an adult nearby for the first few minutes before working directly with the coach. Keep the login ready before the session so the class starts on time. Homework is light: short puzzles, one saved game a week, and questions for the coach.
Which ages and levels do the batches cover?
Programmes run for ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15, with separate beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, plus tournament-prep, rating-improvement and seasonal online camp tracks. Children are placed by working level, not just age, so a sharp beginner can sit with similarly-rated peers. The free level check tells you exactly where your child lands before any batch is chosen.
Will my child keep the same coach every week?
Yes. The same coach every session is a named guarantee at ChessWize: no rotation. The coach who teaches week one is still teaching in week twelve of the synchronized batch.
How long before my child is ready for a first tournament?
On average, students reach a first tournament in about 4 months, though the pace depends on the starting level and how consistently the child plays between classes. The dedicated tournament-prep track covers understanding the event, repairing the game plan, rehearsing tournament conditions and reviewing the evidence, so the first event feels familiar rather than frightening.
What if my child is shy or quiet in group classes?
Participation can begin quietly. Ask what your child thought about rather than whether they spoke; written answers and moves on the board count as contributing. Tell the coach if shyness, language or pace is getting in the way of showing what your child knows, and the coach will adjust. If a group still feels wrong, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol is the alternative.
Does chess training help with school focus and maths?
Parents often notice it does. One mother says in her video, 'I can see the improvement in her concentration and the confidence level', describing her own daughter's experience. Her account does not establish improvements in academic subjects. Structured tactics, calculation and game review give children repeated practice in thinking before acting, which is a habit that transfers well beyond the board.
How do I know the coaching is actually working?
You get evidence every week, not vague reassurance. The weekly WhatsApp report shows what was taught and what comes next. Your child's games are saved and reviewed in class, so improvement is tied to specific positions rather than impressions. If the trend ever disappoints you, a term package allows a refund within 7 days of enrolling, minus sessions already attended.