Bookable class times for Edison
Our coaches teach from India. These are the weekly windows we can actually staff for the US — shown in your local time and the coach's time (IST). You book a fixed weekly slot.
| Slot | Your local time | Coach time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Weekend morning cohorts | Saturday, 8:00–11:00 AM ET | 5:30–8:30 PM IST (approx; shifts 1 hr with US daylight saving) |
| Early-morning weekday slot | Weekday before school, 7:00–8:00 AM ET | 4:30–6:30 PM IST (approx; shifts 1 hr with US daylight saving) |
Why Edison families choose online coaching
Edison Township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, is widely known for one of the largest Indian-American communities in the United States, with busy commercial corridors, strong public schools, and weekend family life that often includes temple, shopping, and extracurriculars across Central Jersey.
Coaches teach from India, so Edison weekday evenings are not a staffable window — that clock time is overnight IST. ChessWize only books Eastern-time weekend mornings and a pre-school 7–8 AM ET weekday slot. For dual-career Edison households already juggling Route 27 traffic and activity calendars, a home session in those windows is honest and repeatable; we do not sell a weekday-evening promise we cannot keep.
Honest pricing
ChessWize keeps one price list in Indian rupees (from ₹2,500 for 8 classes). Your card is simply charged the equivalent in your local currency at checkout, so there is no separate or inflated overseas rate. At recent rates that is roughly $4–12 per class depending on the plan; the exact charge follows the live exchange rate.
See full courses & fees →What chess training builds
Beyond the moves — the habits parents notice at home and school.
Focus that carries over
A full game is a 30–60 minute concentration workout. Coaches build it up gradually — most parents notice it first at homework time.
Confidence from real play
Wins are earned against real opponents, and losses get reviewed calmly with the coach — both build a child who isn't afraid to think.
Progress you can actually see
Every week your coach sends a WhatsApp report: what was taught, what improved, what to practise next.
Hear it from parents
Real ChessWize families, in their own words.
"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…"
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"She wouldn't even play with her grandfather because she was afraid of losing…"
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"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."
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What Edison parents pay, exactly
| Format | Per-session price | Billed |
|---|---|---|
| Group (batches of six) | ₹375 | Per student · session packs |
| Two-on-One | ₹550 | Per student · session packs |
| One-to-One (1:1) | ₹1000 | Per session · session packs |
Starter pack ₹2,500 for 8 classes (₹313/session) · refund on unused classes. ChessWize keeps one price list in Indian rupees wherever you live — your bank converts at its usual rate. See full courses & fees →
Who actually teaches
Hrdyansh Pandey
FIDE 1850
7 years coaching · 700+ students
Best for: Tournament prep & rapid improvement
Tarun Gupta
FIDE 1920
10 years coaching · 300+ students
Best for: Curriculum-driven progress · senior cohort 1:1
Aryan Pal
FIDE 1780
5 years coaching · 200+ students
Best for: First-time learners & restless kids (ages 5–10)
Chess for kids in Edison
New Jersey scholastic chess sits inside the national US Chess system, and Central Jersey families routinely mix school activities with weekend rated events across the state and into the New York metro. Edison’s large Indian diaspora means many parents already know India-style chess culture and want a coach who can teach in English or Hindi without relocating that structure to a physical Indian academy. In Edison itself, the Edison Public Library runs a free children's Chess Club (ages 6–11) at the Main Library on Plainfield Avenue, and New Jersey's scholastic circuit under the New Jersey State Chess Federation includes the annual NJ Elementary and Junior High School Championships and the NJ Grade School Championship each November. The state also produced GM Abhimanyu Mishra, who in 2021 became the youngest grandmaster in chess history at age 12.
Online vs local classes in Edison
Local NJ coaches and school clubs can work well if the batch is small and the drive is short. ChessWize has no offline centre in Edison. Choose online when you want a fixed FIDE-rated coach, weekly parent WhatsApp notes, and a schedule that does not depend on another Oak Tree Road or school-lot pickup after dark midweek.
What parents say on Google
Harshi Agrawal
Jul 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.
Ayushi Gupta
Jun 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.
Anisha Gupta
Jun 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!
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Online chess classes in Edison: common questions
What is the fee for ChessWize in Edison?
Pricing follows the India rupee list; US cards are charged the local-currency equivalent at the live rate — we do not invent a separate Edison or New Jersey dollar menu. Live 1:1 or max-six batches, same coach weekly, refunds on unused classes. Start with a free 30-minute demo and level check with no payment required.
Do you run an offline ChessWize academy in Edison or Iselin?
No. Classes are live online only from India-based coaches. Your child joins on video from home (ages 5–15, English or Hindi). If you already use a local club for over-the-board games, online coaching can sit beside it as the structured weekly lesson rather than replacing every social chess outing.
Will weekend ET slots clash with temple, SAT prep, or Central Jersey activities?
Saturday morning cohorts and the 7–8 AM ET weekday slot are the only staffed US windows. Many Edison parents pick one fixed hour and protect it the way they protect music or coding. Weekly WhatsApp reports keep you updated without an extra parent meeting. The free demo is the right place to confirm the hour before you enrol.