Bookable class times for Naperville
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 | Sat–Sun 8:00–11:00 AM CT | 6:30–9:30 PM IST |
| Weekday early-morning | Mon–Fri 6:30–8:00 AM CT | 5:00–6:30 PM IST |
Why Naperville families choose online coaching
Naperville is a large, high-performing school-district suburb west of Chicago in DuPage County, with an Indian-American population estimated at roughly 13.4% of the city — a sizeable community alongside the historic Devon Avenue enclave closer to Chicago proper. Families in Naperville and the wider Schaumburg/DuPage corridor often chose the area specifically for its schools and its established Indian community.
India-based coaches cannot cover Naperville weekday after-school hours honestly, so ChessWize does not offer them. The real Central-time windows are Saturday–Sunday 8:00–11:00 AM CT (6:30–9:30 PM IST) and Monday–Friday 6:30–8:00 AM CT (5:00–6:30 PM IST). For Naperville parents already balancing competitive school schedules, a weekend-morning or early pre-school online slot is the workable, honest option rather than a weekday-evening class we cannot staff.
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 Naperville 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 Naperville
Naperville has its own local chess-teaching presence distinct from the broader Chicago scholastic scene, reflecting the kind of structured after-school enrichment culture common in the suburb. A weekly online coach gives a Naperville child steady, individualised teaching that can complement any local class or school chess club already in the household's routine.
Online vs local classes in Naperville
ChessWize has no physical centre in Naperville or anywhere in Illinois. A nearby local class can suit families who want in-person games. Online coaching is the choice for parents who want a named FIDE-rated coach, small-group or 1:1 teaching, and a Central-time schedule that is honestly staffable from India rather than an implied weekday-evening slot.
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 Naperville: common questions
What times can a Naperville family book?
Naperville is Central Time, so ChessWize runs Saturday–Sunday 8:00–11:00 AM CT (6:30–9:30 PM IST) and Monday–Friday 6:30–8:00 AM CT (5:00–6:30 PM IST) before school. Weekday afternoons and evenings are not staffed. Confirm your exact slot at the free 30-minute demo.
Is there a ChessWize location in Naperville or the Chicago suburbs?
No. ChessWize is live online only, with no offline centre in Naperville, Chicago, or anywhere in Illinois. Coaching is real-time video with a FIDE-rated coach, ages 5–15, English or Hindi, 1:1 or in a batch of up to six.
What does ChessWize cost for a Naperville household?
Fees are billed from the India rupee price list, and your card pays the USD equivalent at checkout — there is no separate Naperville or Illinois price sheet. Unused classes are refundable, and the 30-minute demo is free.
Why is the Naperville schedule different from ChessWize's East Coast cities?
Naperville is in the Central time zone, one hour behind the Eastern-time cities ChessWize already serves, so the honest IST mapping shifts: Central-time weekend mornings land at 6:30–9:30 PM IST and Central-time early weekday mornings at 5:00–6:30 PM IST. We publish this real Central-time table rather than reusing the Eastern one.