Chess Coaching
Catch64 Chess Academy
We offer chess coaching for kids and adults with FIDE-rated instructors, available online or at our Bangalore centers, with group or individual 60-minute sessions for all skill levels.
Pricing Guide
Private 1-on-1 Coach Sessions
Personalized Attention
- 1 on 1 format via online platform or offline
- 60 minutes of dedicated instruction per session
- Flexible scheduling based on mutual convenience
Custom Development
- Targeted drills to fix recurring mistakes like blunders or time trouble
- Real time correction of moves during sparring games
- Customized PGN files or puzzle sheets tailored to the lesson
- Mentorship on chess career progression
Foundation Group Chess Classes
Core Structure
- 8 sessions per month (held twice a week)
- 60 minutes per session
- Batch size of 8 to 12 students for peer interaction
- Available offline or online via Zoom/Meet
Curriculum
- Introduction to standard opening theory (Italian Game, Ruy Lopez)
- Middle game tactics including pins, forks, and skewers
- Endgame basics covering King and Pawn endings
- Internal practice matches to implement strategies
Resources
- Access to FIDE approved plastic chess sets and vinyl boards (Offline)
- Regular worksheets and digital puzzle assignments
- Oral feedback from coaches after practice games
Advanced FIDE Tournament Prep
Advanced Pedagogy
- Classes led by high ELO coaches (1900 to 2400 rating range)
- 8 intensive sessions per month
- Session duration of 60 to 90 minutes depending on intensity
- Focus on transitioning to FIDE rated tournament competition
Strategic Training
- Building a personalized opening repertoire
- Deep analysis of Grandmaster games and calculation training
- Advanced endgame mastery and pawn structures
- Time management training using professional DGT clocks
Performance Tracking
- Review of student tournament games to identify chronic errors
- Assistance with FIDE registration and tournament selection
About Chess Coaching
How We See Chess
We treat chess like a test of wits, not just a board game. Every move counts, and we've got a soft spot for helping you think through each one. Winning is cool, but what sticks with you is how much stronger your mind gets along the way.
What You Learn Beyond Moves
- You’ll notice your concentration gets sharper (especially if you’re the easily-distracted type)
- Problem-solving becomes second nature, both on and off the board
- Logical thinking gets a boost, making tough choices a bit less scary
- We talk about owning your decisions - good, bad, or ugly
Who Can Join
Anyone with an itch for chess, really. We’ve got chess coaching for kids starting at age six, and adults are definitely welcome. If you’re brand new, our beginner chess lessons keep it simple. For those already playing, our chess strategy classes dig into middlegame and beyond. If you’re chasing that FIDE rating or prepping for tournaments, we push you harder.
How We Teach
- Sessions run for 60 minutes, packed with action
- Pick from group or individual classes - it’s your call
- Most folks do 8 classes a month, twice a week
Who’s Coaching You
Our team’s made up of FIDE-rated chess instructors who’ve been in the game for years. You’ll learn from folks like Hermon Dian Saldanha and Arvind Iyer, both serious competitors with loads of experience.
Where We Train
We’re flexible. You can learn chess online with us, or drop by our centers in Bangalore - Prestige Tranquility (Budigere Cross) and The Sunshine Library (Hoskote).
Meet your Expert
Catch64 Chess Academy
My Story
We’re Catch64 Chess Academy, and chess is kinda our heartbeat. Not just a game—more like a way of seeing the world, you know? Our coaches, Arvind and Ojas, they’ve played all over, but here it’s about building a family. Nothing beats watching a kid nail a tough puzzle or a girl smashing stereotypes as a #ChessQueen. Bangalore is home, but our real pride? Seeing students fall in love with those 64 squares.
My Work
Expert Chess Coaching & Tournaments - We teach chess to kids (from 6+) and adults, plus run online and offline Bangalore chess tournaments.
FIDE Rated Coaches, Real Growth - Our FIDE rated chess coaching mixes strategy, competitive play, and those sneaky puzzles to push you up a level.
Friendly Chess Community - Classes and events happen in places like Prestige Tranquility and Hoskote. Everyone’s welcome, no matter your skill.
Celebrating Every Win - Whether it’s your first FIDE rating or a trophy, we cheer for everyone. Your wins light up our academy.
