What this Visakhapatnam class is
ChessWize is a live online chess class for children aged 5–15, offered to families in Visakhapatnam. 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 Visakhapatnam.
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 Visakhapatnam.
A serious weekly chess skill for Vizag children, no extra drive
Visakhapatnam stretches along the coast, so school and work already eat the peak hours on a few busy corridors. Adding one more trip across the city for a chess class is often the reason children drop an activity they enjoy. ChessWize runs live online classes, so your child learns from home at a recurring time, with the same FIDE-rated coach each week.
Your child is placed in an exclusive, skill-matched batch of 4-6 similarly-rated students, or in a 1:1 Analyst Protocol session if that suits better. Every batch follows a 12-week plan with one clear weekly idea, peer play, and group calculation, so progress is structured rather than casual.
Parents often tell us the reporting is what convinced them. One ChessWize parent said: "We tried two other academies before ChessWize. The difference is the weekly progress report - I can actually see what's working." You receive a Weekly WhatsApp report for every student, so you know what was covered even if you cannot watch the class.
Our guarantees are simple: Same coach every session - no rotation, a complimentary 30-min level check before you commit, and a 100% refund on unused sessions. Over 1000 students coached and 1500 parents have trusted this format, with 4 of our 12 cohort district finishers reaching wins and an average of 4 months to a first tournament. Start with the free demo and see if it fits your week.
Class times for Visakhapatnam
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), so there is no daylight saving adjustment for Visakhapatnam families. Coach availability windows across the week include 9:30 AM-1:30 PM IST, 11:30 AM-3:30 PM IST, 12:30-5:30 PM IST, 4:30-9:30 PM IST, and 5:30-8:30 PM IST, among others. That means after-school evening slots on weekdays and late-morning options on weekends are both realistic. Your child keeps a recurring slot, so the same window repeats every week once fixed.
| 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 Visakhapatnam 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 Visakhapatnam 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 FIDE-rated coaches such as Hrdyansh Pandey (FIDE rating 1850, FIDE ID IN-25600184), Tarun Gupta (1920), and Aryan Pal (1780). All sessions are live video lessons with a real coach, never recordings, and the same coach stays with your child week after week.
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Check 2
How many children share the coach?
Group batches are strictly capped at 4-6 similarly-rated students, so intense peer play still leaves room for individual attention. If you prefer undivided focus, the 1:1 Analyst Protocol gives your child the coach alone, targeting the highest-value gap in their game each session.
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Check 3
Is there a real curriculum from beginner to rated play?
There is a real ladder from first moves to rated play. Age tracks for 5-8, 9-12, and 13-15 sit alongside beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, plus tournament-prep and rating-improvement roadmaps. Each 12-week batch works through named stages, from safe move habits to converting training into events.
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Check 4
How will I know it is working?
You receive a Weekly WhatsApp report for every student, telling you what the coach covered and observed. Coaches also review saved games and error logs from home practice, so improvement is tracked against real positions your child played, not vague impressions.
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Check 5
Is it safe, and can I see the classes?
Classes are live, supervised video sessions with a consistent, named coach, so your child is never alone with strangers or left to watch unscreened content. Because sessions run from home, you can be nearby, and the weekly WhatsApp report keeps you informed about everything covered in class.
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Check 6
Can we try before paying?
Yes. A complimentary 30-min demo and level check comes before any payment, with no commitment. The coach assesses your child's current level, answers your questions, and recommends whether a group batch or the 1:1 Analyst Protocol fits better. Only then do you decide about the starter pack.
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Check 7
What if we stop?
Unused classes are eligible for a 100% refund. If your child stops, you are not charged for sessions that did not happen. This applies after the starter pack as well, so trying the programme does not lock your family into paying for classes never attended.
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Check 8
Will the timings fit our week?
Classes run on IST with coach windows spanning late mornings to evenings, including 4:30-9:30 PM IST on some days, so after-school slots work well for Vizag families. Your child attends from home at a recurring time, which removes the peak-hour drive between Madhurawada and Gajuwaka.
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Check 9
What does it cost, exactly?
The starter pack is Rs 2,500 for 8 classes, which works out to Rs 313 per class. After that, regular plans run from Rs 375 to Rs 1,000 per class depending on the plan and format you choose. These are two different things, and the first 30-minute demo costs nothing.
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Check 10
Is there a path to tournaments?
There is a clear path. A dedicated tournament-prep roadmap rehearses event conditions, repairs the game plan, and reviews the evidence afterwards. Our cohort record includes 12 district finishers, 4 of them wins, with an average of 4 months from starting training to a first tournament.
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Check 11
What do I have to do at home?
Very little. Five to ten focused minutes of practice suits younger children, such as setting up the board or solving two familiar positions. Older children save one serious game each week and arrive with a single honest question for the coach. The coach sets everything else; you just keep the device and board ready.
Check the proof →
Watch every family video in the source record
These four files, posters, speaker labels, quotes, and summaries come from the testimonial and evidence inventories. Metadata appears only when it exists in those records.
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 Visakhapatnam-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 Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam is Andhra Pradesh's largest coastal city — home to a major port, the Eastern Naval Command, and an expanding IT and education belt along the beach and hill corridors.
From MVP Colony to Gajuwaka and Madhurawada, school and work trips already consume peak hours on limited coastal routes. Online chess training removes one more forced drive after a long day.
Local chess context
Andhra Pradesh runs a large CBSE and state-board student base, and Vizag schools field active co-curricular calendars. A coach-led online plan helps a child treat chess as a serious weekly skill rather than an occasional park game.
Visakhapatnam's long shape, pressed between the coast and hills, spreads school and work journeys along a few busy corridors. Online coaching gives a child a consistent weekly teacher without making the family cross the city for one extracurricular class.
Online and offline choices
A neighbourhood offline class can suit a Vizag child who values in-person board play and lives close enough to attend consistently. Online coaching is easier when home, school, and work lie along different parts of the coastal corridor, while preserving live feedback from the same coach.
Programme claims are linked to the first-party source pages below; the city wording remains the existing city record.
Questions from parents in Visakhapatnam
What is the cost of online chess classes for children in Visakhapatnam?
The programme starts from Rs 375 per class. Parents choose between a live one-to-one format and a small batch with at most six students, and the fee follows that choice. The first 30-minute demo and level check costs nothing and needs no payment. Unused classes are eligible for a refund.
Is online coaching good, and does ChessWize have a physical Vizag academy?
ChessWize has no offline academy in Visakhapatnam; it operates fully online. These are interactive video lessons with a FIDE-rated coach, not recordings, and the coach remains consistent weekly. Offline can be valuable for nearby over-the-board play, while online removes long drives across Vizag's coast-and-hill layout.
How can Vizag children fit chess around long trips from Madhurawada or Gajuwaka?
The child attends from home at a recurring time, so no second peak-hour journey is needed after school. This is practical for families at opposite ends of the Visakhapatnam corridor. Coaching is available in English or Hindi, and a WhatsApp update each week tells parents what the coach covered and observed.
Is there a ChessWize academy building in Visakhapatnam?
No, ChessWize operates fully online, with no offline academy in Visakhapatnam. The classes are interactive live video lessons with a FIDE-rated coach, not recordings. For a Vizag family, this means a consistent weekly teacher without crossing the city's coast-and-hill corridors for one extracurricular class.
What happens in the complimentary 30-min demo?
The coach runs a level check with your child, observes how they handle the board, and explains what the next steps would look like. You can ask about batch size, coaching language, and weekly reporting. There is no payment and no obligation to continue afterwards.
Which languages do the coaches teach in?
Coaching is available in English or Hindi, so you can choose whichever your child is more comfortable thinking in. The weekly WhatsApp report to you is written clearly either way, summarising what the coach covered and what your child should practise before the next session.
Will my child keep the same coach every week?
Yes. Same coach every session - no rotation. Your child's coach learns their habits, recurring errors, and goals over time, which is what makes the weekly reports and the 12-week batch plan actually mean something. You are not reintroduced to a new face each class.
How soon can we expect tournament readiness?
Our cohort average is 4 months from starting training to a first tournament, though it varies by starting level and age. The tournament-prep roadmap covers understanding the event, rehearsing conditions, and reviewing games afterwards, so your child walks in prepared rather than anxious.
Do we need to supervise our child during online classes?
For ages 5-8, an adult nearby for the first few minutes helps with setup, after which the child works directly with the coach. Older children manage independently. Keep the device, board, notebook, and login ready before the session so class time is not lost to passwords.
Does my child need to know chess before joining?
No. The beginner roadmap starts from the board and legal moves, then moves to finishing a complete game, opening principles, and basic tactics and endings. Children are placed by working level, so a complete beginner and an improving player each get a plan matched to where they actually are.
How does online coaching compare with a local offline class?
A neighbourhood class can suit a child who values in-person board play and lives close enough to attend consistently. Online coaching is easier when home, school, and work lie along different parts of the coastal corridor, while still giving your child live feedback from the same rated coach every week.