What this Raipur class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Raipur. 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 Raipur.
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 Raipur.
Online chess for Raipur kids, with the same coach weekly
If your week already runs between school in old Raipur and a home in Naya Raipur or Atal Nagar, adding a commute for chess is the last thing you need. We teach live online, so your child logs in from the same room where homework happens. The format is either 1:1 coaching or a batch of 4-6 similarly-rated children, and the coach stays the same every week. Ages run from 5 to 15, and sessions are available in English or Hindi.
Progress is the part most parents cannot verify, so we made it a guarantee: 'Weekly WhatsApp report for every student.' One mother of a ChessWize student put it plainly: 'I don't know chess, but I can see exactly what she covered each week.' You read the theme, the drills and the homework on your phone, and you can ask your child about a specific position at dinner instead of hoping the class is somehow working.
The results so far: 1,000 students coached, 1,500 parents receiving those weekly reports, and an average of about four months from starting with us to playing in a tournament. Our cohort has produced district finishers, and the Chhattisgarh State Chess Association keeps a steady calendar of state and district events for them to aim at. When a child is ready, tournament prep is its own level, not an afterthought.
Start with the complimentary 30-min demo. It includes a level check, so you see where your child actually plays before any money changes hands. If the fit is right, we place your child in a 12-week synchronized batch or a 1:1 track. If not, you have spent nothing and you still leave knowing where your child's chess stands.
Chess in Raipur: Little Master, SSIPMT Rapid, and a GM camp
Raipur is the capital city of Chhattisgarh. In September 2025 the Chhattisgarh State Chess Association organised a Grandmaster Coaching Camp here under AICF, conducted by a Grandmaster coach for 20 players from across the state. Rated over-the-board play in the city included the 1st SSIPMT Open FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament 2025 and Oriana Chess OTB at AIIMS Raipur. For the youngest band, chess-results listed the CG State Mini Sub Junior Boys-07 Chess Championship 2026 as a CGSCA event in Raipur.
Who runs junior chess here
Events a child from Raipur can enter
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Grandmaster Coaching Camp, Raipur
11-17 September 2025 · Raipur
AICF reported that the Chhattisgarh State Chess Association ran this camp under a Grandmaster coach, with 20 players from across the state. [1]
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1st SSIPMT Open FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament 2025
April 2025 · Raipur
This open FIDE rated Rapid, AICF event code 414827/CG(R)/2025, was held in Raipur, and Rapids of that kind give a child clock practice after home games. [3]
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C.G. State Mini Sub Junior Boys-07 Chess Championship 2026
Listed May 2026 · Raipur
Chess-results recorded this CGSCA Under-7 boys championship in Raipur, last updated 6 May 2026, so the capital has hosted the youngest state mini band. [4]
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State Little Master Chess Tournament and CG Blitz Tournament
September 2025 · Ambuja Mall, Raipur
The Chhattisgarh State Chess Association organised these events and closed them with a prize distribution ceremony in Raipur on a Sunday in September 2025. [5][6]
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Oriana Chess OTB, AIIMS Raipur 2025
November 2025 · AIIMS Raipur
Chess-results lists this over-the-board event at AIIMS Raipur, last updated 23 November 2025, with CGSCA as creator. [7]
Where to play
- AIIMS Raipur. Oriana Chess OTB 2025 was listed at this campus, giving parents a named over-the-board hall inside the capital. [7]
- Ambuja Mall. Grand News reported that the CG State Little Master Chess Tournament and CG Blitz Tournament prize ceremony was held at Ambuja Mall, Raipur. [6]
- Rajkumar College, Raipur. Grand News named Rajkumar College, Raipur at the Little Master and CG Blitz prize ceremony in September 2025. [6]
- Delhi Public School (DPS), Raipur. Grand News also named Delhi Public School (DPS), Raipur at the same Little Master and CG Blitz prize ceremony. [6]
From online class to a first tournament
- Confirm AICF player registration for the 1 April to 31 March accounting year before entering a Rapid or state mini event listed in Raipur.
- If your child is in the Under-7 boys band, read the CG State Mini Sub Junior Boys-07 Chess Championship 2026 listing, which chess-results placed in Raipur.
- Practise clock play in an open Rapid of the kind held as the 1st SSIPMT Open FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament 2025 in Raipur, then review those games with a coach, and check the CGSCA calendar for a later listing.
- Watch the CGSCA events calendar for Little Master or Blitz notices, because the 2025 pair closed with a prize ceremony at Ambuja Mall.
- Keep a weekly online playing slot at a fixed hour, and save scoresheets from those games before any over-the-board Rapid.
Good to know
- Nava Raipur, officially Atal Nagar-Nava Raipur, is a planned city about 17 km south-east of Raipur, with Swami Vivekananda Airport between them, so a hall in the older city can be a separate trip from a new-township home.
- Before a Rapid or mini event in the capital, complete player registration so it covers the 1 April to 31 March window AICF publishes.
- The September 2025 Grandmaster Coaching Camp in Raipur ran from 11 to 17 September under a Grandmaster coach.
Sources (checked 2026-09-28)
- [1] AICF report on the Grandmaster Coaching Camp in Raipur, 11-17 September 2025
- [2] Affiliates – All India Chess Federation
- [3] Chess-Results listing for the 1st SSIPMT Open FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament 2025, Raipur
- [4] Chess-Results listing for the C.G. State Mini Sub Junior Boys-07 Chess Championship 2026, Raipur
- [5] Times of India report on the State Little Master Chess Tournament and CG Blitz Tournament in Raipur
- [6] Grand News report on the CG State Little Master Chess Tournament prize ceremony
- [7] Chess-Results listing for Oriana Chess OTB, AIIMS Raipur 2025
- [8] Revised Financial Regulations – Chhattisgarh Pradesh Shatranj Sangh
- [9] AICF Payments – All India Chess Federation
Class times for Raipur
Raipur runs on India Standard Time all year, and India does not observe daylight saving, so the windows we quote in IST are the exact times you see on your own clock. Across the week, coach availability starts with a morning window of 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, continues through late-morning and midday options such as 10:30 AM-2:30 PM, 11:30 AM-2:30 PM and 11:30 AM-3:30 PM, moves into afternoon slots like 12:30-5:30 PM and 2:30-5:30 PM, and closes with evening windows of 4:30-9:30 PM and 5:30-8:30 PM. The demo is where we fix the slot that fits your family's routine, and it stays fixed.
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 Raipur 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 Raipur 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 and keeps the same coach every week. Our coaching team includes Hrdyansh Pandey, Tarun Gupta, and Aryan Pal. You meet the actual coach at the demo before you commit to anything.
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How many children share the coach?
Batches are strictly 4-6 similarly-rated students, placed by working level so peer play stays real. A 12-week synchronized batch gives the group time to gel, and the small size lets the coach watch every board, run group calculation and correct habits early. If you prefer undivided attention, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol is the private track.
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Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
Yes. The ladder runs from age tracks for 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15 into beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, then tournament prep and rating improvement. Each level has defined steps: beginners, for example, move from legal moves to finishing complete games to finding tactics and endings. You always know what the next stage is.
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How will I know it is working?
A WhatsApp report arrives every week and names what was covered, what was drilled and what the homework is. It is one of our written guarantees, and it exists precisely so parents who do not play chess can still verify the work. You can follow your child's themes without ever needing to read a position.
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Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes run live online from your home, so your child stays in your care rather than travelling to a centre. You meet the coach in the complimentary 30-min level check before you commit, the same identified coach appears every week, and the weekly report shows what each session covered. Nothing about the class is hidden from you.
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Can we try before paying?
Yes. Every family starts with a complimentary 30-min demo, and that session includes a level check, so you learn where your child actually stands before any payment. There is no charge for the trial. You watch the coach work, ask anything, and only then decide whether to take the starter pack.
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What if we stop?
If the weekly rhythm is not working, Raipur households can still take a full refund on a monthly plan within 48 hours of enrolling, then a pro-rated refund minus sessions attended until the 3rd class. Past three sessions the month in progress remains on the bill, while a cancel cuts the next invoice, and the free demo remains the first look at live coaching before any fee.
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Will the timings fit our week?
Timings are quoted in IST, which is already Raipur's clock, so nothing needs converting. Coach windows cover mornings such as 9:30 AM-1:30 PM, midday options like 11:30 AM-3:30 PM, afternoons including 12:30-5:30 PM, and evenings up to 4:30-9:30 PM. School evenings, weekend mornings and pre-lunch slots all have realistic options.
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What does it cost, exactly?
Two figures to know. The starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes. Regular plans after the starter pack run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class, depending on the plan. You compare the pack rate first, then choose the plan that matches the format, 1:1 or a batch of up to six.
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Is there a path to tournaments?
Yes. Tournament prep is one of our levels, and on average a child reaches a first tournament in about four months with us. Ask Chhattisgarh Pradesh Satranj Sangh, the AICF affiliate, about the next junior age-group notice, and check that notice for its own requirements. The Mini Sub Junior Boys-07 championship was listed on chess-results as a CGSCA event in Raipur.
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What do I have to do at home?
The ask at home is small and matched to age. Younger children might set up the board, show how one piece moves, or solve two familiar positions in five to ten focused minutes. Older students save one slower game a week and bring one honest question to class. The coach sets the work; you only need to protect the ten minutes.
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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 Raipur-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.
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 →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 →priyanshu
December 2025
★★★★★
A perfect place to learn chess the right way. Excellent trainers, structured lessons, and amazing improvement.
Read on Google →Why the online format fits Raipur
Raipur is the capital and commercial heart of Chhattisgarh, expanding rapidly with modern infrastructure. It is home to several premier national institutes and a large network of competitive schools.
As the city expands into new sectors like Naya Raipur, distances between home and offline activity centres continue to grow. Virtual coaching integrates seamlessly into modern family schedules, letting children learn chess without exhausting transit times.
Local chess context
The Chhattisgarh State Chess Association actively promotes the game, leading to a vibrant calendar of state and district events. Receiving personalized reports and targeted coaching helps a child stay on track in an increasingly active junior circuit.
Naya Raipur / Atal Nagar spreads housing far from older school clusters in Raipur city — a fixed live online slot keeps chess independent of which sector you moved to last year.
Online and offline choices
A solid offline class near your current sector is reasonable if travel is short and the coach is stable. Online wins when home is in a new township and school is still in old Raipur, or when you want small-batch chess coaching with a pause that keeps remaining sessions and weekly parent updates.
See class details, fees and safety information below.
Questions from parents in Raipur
Has Raipur hosted a state event a very young child could enter?
Yes. Chess-results lists the CG State Mini Sub Junior Boys-07 Chess Championship 2026 as a CGSCA event in Raipur, last updated 6 May 2026. That was a documented Under-7 boys championship in the capital. Statewide, CGSCA also schedules Under-7 Open and Girls among its championship bands. Read the circular for sex and age cut-offs before you enter, because the Raipur 2026 listing is the boys-07 section.
Where in Raipur have families actually gathered for chess?
Oriana Chess OTB 2025 is listed at AIIMS Raipur. The State Little Master Chess Tournament and CG Blitz Tournament, organised by the Chhattisgarh State Chess Association, closed with a prize distribution ceremony at Ambuja Mall, Raipur. Grand News named Rajkumar College, Raipur and Delhi Public School (DPS), Raipur at that ceremony. Those are named halls and schools, not a weekly club timetable.
What was the Grandmaster camp held in Raipur?
AICF reported that the Chhattisgarh State Chess Association organised a Grandmaster Coaching Camp in Raipur from 11 to 17 September 2025, conducted by a Grandmaster coach. Twenty players from across the state took part. It was a state-association training week, not a public weekly class. Watch AICF and CGSCA notices if a later camp is published, and keep ordinary weekly practice on a fixed online slot in between.
Has Raipur held an open Rapid a child could use as a first rated event?
The 1st SSIPMT Open FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament 2025 was held in Raipur under AICF event code 414827/CG(R)/2025. Open Rapids of that kind are the usual place to practise faster time controls after home games. Pair that with AICF registration for the 1 April to 31 March accounting year. Ask the organiser's notice for age eligibility rather than assuming every open is unrestricted.
What is the fee for online chess classes for kids in Raipur?
ChessWize starts from ₹375 per live class. Pick 1:1 or a batch of up to six children so the coach can watch each board. Coaches are experienced and stay weekly. Once 7 days have passed on a 3-month or 6-month term there is no refund, though leftover sessions can still be taken within the term. Begin with a free 30-minute demo and level check — no payment for the trial.
Do you have an offline chess centre in Raipur or Naya Raipur?
No. ChessWize is online-only in every city, including Raipur and Atal Nagar. Classes run live from home, which suits families split between new-township housing and city-side schools without adding a third stop after work. You still get one coach and a weekly WhatsApp report.
Can online coaching prepare my child for school chess events in Chhattisgarh?
Live coaching with the same coach each week covers tactics, age-appropriate openings, and game review between school events. We do not invent ranking promises or timelines, but structured practice is what most juniors need before inter-school boards. Ages 5–15, English or Hindi.
How is ChessWize rated by parents online?
ChessWize holds a 5.0 rating on Google from 21 reviews at the time of writing. You should still start with a free demo to judge fit for your child rather than relying on a score alone. The 48-hour monthly window reduces the risk if the match is not right, then pro-rata minus sessions attended until the 3rd class.
What ages and levels do the online classes cover?
We teach ages 5 to 15. Age tracks cover 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15, and skill tracks run from beginner through intermediate to advanced, with separate tournament prep, rating improvement and an online summer camp. A level check places your child with similarly-rated students, so a newcomer and a tournament regular are never in the same batch.
Which language will the coach use with my child?
Coaching runs in English or Hindi, and you can state a preference at the demo. Because the same coach stays with your child every week, the language never shifts midway through a course. If one language works better for explaining ideas and the other for quick play, tell the coach, and the sessions will follow your child's comfort.
When will my child's weekly slot be fixed?
The slot is agreed at the complimentary demo, once we know school hours and family routine. Because Raipur stays on IST with no daylight saving, whatever time we fix is the time class starts every week. Morning, midday, afternoon and evening windows are available, and the slot stays stable with the same coach.
Do you run an offline chess centre anywhere in Raipur?
No. ChessWize is online-only in Raipur and in every other city we serve. Classes run live from your home, which suits families whose home is in a new township while school remains in old Raipur, and it removes the third stop after work entirely. You still get one identified coach, small batches and a weekly report.
What do Google reviews say about ChessWize?
ChessWize holds a 5.0 rating on Google from 21 reviews. A score is a starting point, not a promise, so book the complimentary demo, watch how the coach works with your child, and decide with no payment and nothing to refund.
Does my child need to know how to play chess already?
No. The beginner track starts from the board itself: how pieces move, what a legal move is, and how to finish a complete game. The complimentary demo doubles as a level check, so a first-time player and a child who already plays club chess are placed exactly where they belong. Batches are grouped by working level, so a newcomer never sits in a group that is too advanced.
What does my child need at home for online classes?
Very little: a device with a stable connection, a chess board, and a notebook for positions and homework. Sessions run live, so a quiet corner during the agreed slot matters more than any equipment. For the youngest ages, an adult nearby for the first few minutes helps the child settle, after which the coach runs the session and you get the summary in the weekly report.
Can two of my children join the same batch?
Possibly, but only if the level check places them close together, because batches of up to six are built from similarly-rated students rather than family convenience. If one child is a beginner and the other already plays tournaments, each gets the slot and group that fits, and you can often run the two sessions back to back within the same coach window.