Why Rajasthan families choose online coaching
Rajasthan is India’s largest state by area, with major cities separated by substantial distances. For many families, the most suitable chess coach may not be close to home or on an easy school-day route.
Live online sessions make distance inside the state largely irrelevant and remove repeated travel in hot weather or busy evenings. Children still interact directly with a coach, either individually or in a group no larger than six.
What's included
- ✓ Experienced coaches, same coach every week
- ✓ Small batches (max 6) or one-to-one
- ✓ Weekly WhatsApp progress report
- ✓ From ₹375 per class · Full refund within 48 hours (monthly plans)
Chess in Rajasthan: understanding age-group selection
For a family exploring competitive chess in Rajasthan, the Rajasthan Chess Association calendar is the place to check age-group selection events. The 2026 under-11 and under-17 championships were held at Bright Future School in Jaipur in June. Alongside choosing an age section, parents should check registration: the All India Chess Federation's event rules require players to be registered with it.
Who runs junior chess here
Events a child from Rajasthan can enter
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Rajasthan State U-11 Selection Chess Championship 2026 (Open)
Held on 16-17 June 2026 · Bright Future School, Jaipur
The 2026 calendar recorded this under-11 state selection event, a dated example for parents comparing age-group competitions. [3]
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Rajasthan State U-17 Selection Chess Championship 2026 (Open)
Held on 14-15 June 2026 · Bright Future School, Jaipur
The 2026 under-17 selection record gives families of older juniors a separate age-group event to look back on. [3]
Where to play
- Bright Future School. The Jaipur school was the venue listed for both June 2026 state age-group selection championships. [3]
Players from Rajasthan
- Abhijeet Gupta. Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta, born in Bhilwara, is described as the first player to win the Commonwealth Chess Championship five times. [5]
From online class to a first tournament
- Look through the Rajasthan Chess Association calendar for a section matching your child's age.
- Read the selected event's eligibility rules before deciding whether it suits a first tournament.
- Check AICF registration and its April-to-March validity period before submitting an entry.
- Practise complete games online, then rehearse moving pieces and using a clock at a physical board.
Good to know
- AICF new player registrations and renewals run from 1 April to 31 March.
Sources (checked 2026-09-28)
What Rajasthan parents pay, exactly
| Format | Price | Billing basis |
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| Group (batches of six) | ₹375 Per student | Session packs |
| Two-on-One | ₹550 Per student | Session packs |
| One-to-One (1:1) | ₹1,000 Per session | Session packs |
Starter pack ₹2,500 for 8 classes · Pause for exams and keep your sessions. See full courses & fees →
Written reviews from parents
Two parent reviews for this page, with a Rajasthan-tagged record first when the source has one.
★★★★★
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
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November 2025
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Read on Google →Chess for kids in Rajasthan
Schools and local organisers provide chess opportunities in Rajasthan’s cities and districts, with competitive activity coordinated through the state chess association. Weekly coaching can supply continuity between those opportunities without claiming to replace over-the-board play. Rajasthan's competitive chess runs under the Rajasthan Chess Association, which is affiliated to the All India Chess Federation and recognised by the Government of Rajasthan, and the state produced GM Abhijeet Gupta of Bhilwara, a World Junior Champion and five-time Commonwealth champion. Players from across the state compete in recurring events such as the Rajasthan State Senior Open FIDE Rated Chess Championship.
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.
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Online chess classes in Rajasthan: common questions
Does AICF registration last for a year from the day we apply?
AICF states that new registrations and renewals are valid from 1 April to 31 March, following the accounting year. Its event rules also require players to be registered. Check which registration year covers the event your child wants to enter before completing the entry.
Where were the June 2026 state junior selection events held?
The Rajasthan Chess Association calendar recorded Bright Future School in Jaipur for the under-11 Open selection championship on 16-17 June 2026 and the under-17 Open selection championship on 14-15 June 2026. These are dated calendar entries, so use a later RCA notice when planning a child's entry.
What does online chess coaching for children cost in Rajasthan?
Fees begin from ₹375 per class for ages 5–15. ChessWize offers live 1:1 teaching and batches limited to six, in Hindi or English, with the same coach each week. Parents get a weekly WhatsApp report. The first 30-minute demo is free with no payment. Monthly plans: full refund within 48 hours of enrolling, then a pro-rated refund minus sessions attended before the third session. After the third session, no refund for the current billing period; cancel to stop future charges. Term packages (3 or 6 months): pro-rated refund minus sessions attended within 7 days of enrolling. After 7 days, no refund; remaining sessions can be completed within the term.
Is online learning practical, and do you operate an offline Rajasthan centre?
ChessWize operates online only and has no physical centre in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, or elsewhere in Rajasthan. Classes happen live, so the coach can question, correct, and review the child’s play immediately. Families may still choose nearby school clubs or tournaments for in-person practice with a physical board and clock.
Can children in smaller Rajasthan cities get the same coaching as Jaipur families?
Yes. The class format, experienced coach access, batch limit, and parent reporting do not depend on the child’s city. A reliable internet connection and a quiet place to learn are the practical requirements. Hindi and English options also help families choose the language in which the child can explain ideas most clearly.