What this Udaipur class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Udaipur. 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 Udaipur.
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 Udaipur.
Udaipur chess classes with progress you can actually see
Udaipur families juggle school weeks around a tourism economy that centres on the lakes and the old city, and an offline academy can turn a short lesson into an evening of traffic through Hiran Magri or Fatehpura. ChessWize classes happen at your own table instead. Your child logs in to a FIDE-rated coach and an exclusive, skill-matched batch of 4-6 similarly-rated students, with the 1:1 Analyst Protocol available when individual attention matters more.
Progress stays visible to you. Our named guarantee is a "Weekly WhatsApp report for every student", and our Google reviews hold a 5.0 rating across 21 reviews. Monika Iyer, mother of Anika (11), told us, "I don't know chess, but I can see exactly what she covered each week." Before money enters the picture, we run a "Complimentary 30-min level check before you commit", so the first thing we establish is where your child actually stands.
The ladder is real, not a slogan: beginner, intermediate and advanced tracks sit alongside age roadmaps for 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15, with tournament prep and rating improvement on top. Rajasthan State Chess Association-affiliated school events draw Udaipur juniors each year, and our cohorts have produced twelve district finishes, four of them wins. The average time from joining to a first tournament is four months.
Leaving is clean if it comes to that: the guarantee is a 100% refund on unused sessions, so classes your child has not taken come back to you in full. Nothing about the timetable depends on road conditions, visitor season in the old city does not touch a home-based slot, and the same coach stays with your child week after week.
Class times for Udaipur
The page uses Indian Standard Time (Asia/Kolkata). The recurring class time is agreed with the family after the level check.
Every Udaipur class runs on India Standard Time (IST), and the slot you book is shown in IST itself, so no conversion is needed on your side. Because India does not observe daylight saving, the windows hold steady through the year: morning availability from 9:30 AM, midday windows around noon, and evening slots stretching to 9:30 PM. Once your child is assigned, the weekly slot repeats with the same coach, which keeps school, homework and family time predictable.
| 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 Udaipur 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 Udaipur 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?
Classes are taught by FIDE-rated coaches: Hrdyansh Pandey (1850, FIDE ID IN-25600184), Tarun Gupta (1920) and Aryan Pal (1780). Your child keeps the same coach every session, and the complimentary 30-minute level check establishes their level before regular classes begin.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Group batches are exclusive and skill-matched: strictly 4-6 similarly-rated students in 12-week synchronized batches. Children are placed by working level, so peer play stays meaningful, and the coach can still notice individual errors. Families who want full attention choose the 1:1 Analyst Protocol instead, one coach with one child.
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Check 3
Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
There is a defined ladder: beginner, intermediate and advanced tracks, plus age-specific roadmaps for ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15. A beginner learns the board and legal moves and finishes a complete game; intermediate work stabilises tactical vision; advanced students audit their game and convert training into events. Tournament prep and rating improvement have their own roadmaps.
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Check 4
How will I know it is working?
Our guarantee is a "Weekly WhatsApp report for every student". It covers what was studied and what to practise before the next class, and the coach tracks individual understanding within each batch, so the note reflects your child rather than the group.
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Check 5
Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live and home-based, so your child learns from your own table with no commute across the old city or tourist corridors, and the lesson happens where you can hear it. The coach is a named FIDE-rated teacher who stays session after session and corrects mistakes as they happen. The weekly WhatsApp report tells you exactly what was studied each week.
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Check 6
Can we try before paying?
Yes. Book the complimentary 30-minute demo, and the level check before you commit comes with it at no charge and no payment required. You meet the coach, see how your child responds, and get a level reading before any payment is made.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
If your child stops, our stated guarantee is a 100% refund on unused sessions: any class in your pack or plan that has not been attended comes back to you in full. The starter pack, priced as a pack, keeps the first commitment small, and the level check before you commit reduces the chance of a mismatch.
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Check 8
Will the timings fit our week?
Coach availability windows run across the day in IST: mornings from 9:30 AM, midday slots near noon, and evenings up to 9:30 PM, so school and homework in Udaipur leave room either side. Because your child joins from home, tourist-season traffic around the lakes and old city never threatens attendance, and once assigned, the same coach meets the same slot every week.
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Check 9
What does it cost, exactly?
The full picture comes in two parts. The starter pack is ₹2,500 for 8 classes, which works out to ₹313 per class. Regular plans after the starter pack run from ₹375 to ₹1,000 per class depending on the plan you choose. The exact figure depends on the course and on whether you select private coaching or a live group, and the demo costs nothing.
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Check 10
Is there a path to tournaments?
There is a tournament-prep roadmap: understand the event, repair the game plan, rehearse tournament conditions, review the evidence. Rajasthan State Chess Association-affiliated school events draw Udaipur juniors each year, and our cohorts hold twelve district finishes, four of them wins. On average, the route to a first tournament takes four months.
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Check 11
What do I have to do at home?
At home, nothing heavy: beginners practise with repetition and variation, one slow game a week saved for class, and short puzzles mixed so patterns are not memorised from labelled pages. For ages 5-8, five to ten focused minutes is enough; stop while the child is still interested. Teens keep a small error log with the position, the decision and the lesson.
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 Udaipur-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 Udaipur
Udaipur — the City of Lakes — is southern Rajasthan's tourism and education centre, where palace-lined ghats and a growing ring of colleges sit beside a dense mix of Hindi- and English-medium schools.
Old-city lanes and newer suburbs such as Hiran Magri or Fatehpura rarely share one easy coaching commute. Screen-based live classes let your child train after school without navigating peak tourist-season traffic.
Local chess context
Rajasthan State Chess Association-affiliated school events draw Udaipur juniors each year, and a clear week-by-week curriculum makes the difference between casual games at home and readiness for rated boards.
Udaipur's school routine shares road space with a tourism economy centred on its lakes and old city. An online slot is unaffected by visitor traffic, while a weekly WhatsApp report tells parents what the child studied and what to practise before the next class.
Online and offline choices
An offline academy close to home can suit a child who learns better around physical boards and classmates. Online is often easier when a journey crosses Udaipur's old-city approaches or tourist corridors, and the maximum-six group size still allows the coach to notice individual errors.
Programme claims are linked to the first-party source pages below; the city wording remains the existing city record.
Questions from parents in Udaipur
What does online chess coaching for children cost in Udaipur?
Prices start at Rs 375 per class. The final amount depends on the course and whether you select private coaching or a live group with no more than six children. ChessWize offers a free 30-minute demo and level check with no payment required, plus refunds on unused classes under its refund policy.
Do you have an offline branch in Udaipur, and do children learn properly online?
ChessWize has no Udaipur branch; every class is delivered live online. The FIDE-rated coach sees the child's play, asks for reasoning, and corrects mistakes immediately, so it is active teaching rather than video watching. It suits families wishing to avoid old-city or tourist-season travel while keeping a regular weekly lesson.
Can classes fit around school and Udaipur's busy tourist-season traffic?
Because the child joins from home, road conditions around the lakes and old city do not affect attendance. Families choose an available lesson schedule that works around school and other activities. Once assigned, the child meets the same coach each week, which gives the week a predictable learning slot without travel buffer time.
How much should I budget for chess lessons each month?
Regular plans start at ₹375 per class, rising to ₹1,000 per class depending on the course and whether you choose private coaching or a live group with no more than six children. New families begin with the starter pack: ₹2,500 for 8 classes. The 30-minute demo and level check are free, and unused classes are refundable under our policy.
Is online coaching as effective as sitting at a physical board with a teacher?
There is no Udaipur branch; every class is delivered live online. The coach sees your child's play, asks for the reasoning behind moves, and corrects mistakes immediately, so it is active teaching rather than video watching. Batches are capped so individual errors are noticed, and the weekly WhatsApp report shows you what was covered. It suits families avoiding old-city or tourist-season travel.
Will lessons clash with school timings or festival-season traffic near the lakes?
Your child joins from home, so traffic near the lakes or the old city never affects attendance. Coach windows in IST run from morning to evening, and you pick the slot that fits your school week. Once assigned, the same coach takes the same weekly slot, which gives the routine a predictable anchor without a travel buffer.
Which coach will teach my child, and how experienced are they?
Coaching is delivered by FIDE-rated coaches: Hrdyansh Pandey, Tarun Gupta and Aryan Pal, each carrying a FIDE rating. The complimentary level check places your child with a coach, and that same teacher stays every session; no rotation between teachers, so the weekly lesson starts with familiarity rather than introductions.
How will I know my child is actually improving?
You get a weekly WhatsApp report for every week of classes, naming what was studied and what to practise next. Parents who do not play chess still follow along: one mother wrote that she can see exactly what her daughter covered each week. Rating progress, where relevant, is tracked through the rating-improvement roadmap with games sampled and trends reviewed.
When can my child start playing in tournaments?
Tournament prep follows its own roadmap: understanding the event, repairing the game plan, rehearsing tournament conditions and reviewing the evidence afterwards. School events affiliated with the Rajasthan State Chess Association draw junior players in Udaipur every year, and on average our students reach a first tournament in four months.
Will my child need to practise a lot at home between classes?
Short and specific beats long and random. Younger children do well with five to ten focused minutes, and adults should let the child explain a move choice rather than correcting every move. Older students save one serious game and one honest question for the coach each week. Homework exists to prepare the next contribution, not to compete over puzzle counts.
Does my child need to know chess before joining?
No. The beginner track starts from the board itself: learning legal moves, finishing a complete game, using opening principles and finding basic tactics and endings. Age roadmaps for 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15 shape how that content is delivered, and the complimentary 30-minute level check confirms the right starting point before regular classes begin.