Most children who join us can't sit still for 10 minutes. Within weeks, they're planning 5 moves ahead. Chess doesn't just teach a game — it rewires how your child thinks, focuses, and handles pressure.
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A dedicated team of chess coaches building sharp minds, strong character, and lifelong skills — delivered live to your child, wherever in India you are.
Chess sharpens critical thinking, memory, and pattern recognition — skills proven to boost academic performance across every subject.
Learn from a dedicated team of experienced chess coaches — structured, patient, and proven to bring out the best in every child, from beginner to champion.
We strictly limit batch sizes so every child gets personal attention, real feedback, and the pace of learning that suits them best.
From absolute beginner to tournament-ready — a clear, level-by-level curriculum designed specifically for how children learn best.
Interactive live sessions on Zoom or Google Meet. Your child gets the same quality coaching whether you're in Bhubaneswar, Delhi, or Bangalore.
We prepare and guide students for FIDE-rated events, state championships, and national tournaments — building real competitive experience.
Carefully structured online programs that meet your child where they are — and take them as far as they can go. All classes are live, interactive, and taught by Coach Srujan personally.
Perfect for children with zero chess experience. Learn pieces, rules, and basic strategies in a fun, live online environment with real-time feedback.
For children who know the basics and are ready for real strategies, openings, and competitive play — all coached live by Srujan personally.
Elite online training for serious players targeting district, state, and national tournaments — with personalised game analysis every week.
Founder & CEO of Prayas Chess Academy, Srujan built this academy from a single belief — that every child deserves a coach who truly sees them. What started in Bhubaneswar now reaches children across India.
With a FIDE rating, 8+ years of coaching experience, and an intuitive gift for teaching children, he has trained hundreds of students — from absolute beginners to district and state champions. His live online sessions bring the same warmth, structure, and rigour he's known for in Odisha, directly to your home.
Every coach at Prayas is handpicked for their patience, expertise, and genuine love for teaching children.
Strategies, tips, and stories from the board — written by Coach Srujan for parents and young players.
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Live online via Zoom or Google Meet
Available to students across India
Mon – Sat: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM IST
Mon – Sat: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM IST
Kalinganagar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Teaching students online across India