Bookable class times for Hicksville
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 Hicksville families choose online coaching
Hicksville is a documented Long Island South Asian enclave, with a large Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi retail strip; Asian residents represented about 32% of its population in 2020. Live online lessons give local families a fixed weekly coach without another activity drive across Nassau County.
Hicksville uses Eastern Time, so it fits the existing ChessWize US pilot without a separate timezone caveat: weekend mornings and the weekday 7–8 AM ET pre-school hour are the staffed choices. Weekday after-school is not offered because it falls overnight in India. Children can learn in English or Hindi and keep the same FIDE-rated coach each week.
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.
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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 Hicksville 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 Hicksville
Long Island sits within the wider New York metro’s active scholastic-chess ecosystem, while Hicksville adds a distinct suburb-level context through its growing South Asian shopping area and large Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi retail presence. Weekly online coaching can provide structure at home, with suitable local over-the-board games added separately when a child wants physical-board and tournament practice.
Online vs local classes in Hicksville
ChessWize has no physical centre in Hicksville or elsewhere in New York. Local clubs and scholastic events can be useful for meeting opponents; ChessWize is the live online option for families who want one assigned FIDE-rated coach, a small-group ceiling of six, and no extra Long Island commute.
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 Hicksville: common questions
Which ChessWize lesson times are available to Hicksville families?
Hicksville follows Eastern Time and uses the established US windows: weekend mornings ET or 7–8 AM ET on a weekday before school. Weekday afternoons and evenings are not staffed because they fall overnight in India. Confirm the available weekly slot when booking the free 30-minute demo.
Is there an in-person ChessWize academy near Hicksville or elsewhere on Long Island?
No. ChessWize is live online only. A child aged 5–15 works over video with a FIDE-rated coach in English or Hindi, either 1:1 or in a batch of no more than six. Families can still use Long Island over-the-board opportunities separately for social or tournament play.
How does payment work for a Hicksville household?
Fees use the same INR price list as India, and the payment provider charges the USD equivalent at checkout; ChessWize does not invent a separate Long Island price. Start with the free 30-minute demo without payment, then choose 1:1 coaching or a small batch if the coach and schedule fit.