Transform your chess journey with expert coaching, gamified learning paths, and a vibrant community of players. From beginner to grandmaster, we're here to guide every move you make.
Active Students
Expert Coach
Avg Rating Gain
Choose your journey from beginner to grandmaster. Each path is carefully designed to match your skill level and ambitions.
Sharpen your tactical skills with our curated chess puzzles. Find the winning move and master your calculation abilities.
Arrange the Puzzle on Board and Solve
Our academy's finest players competing at the highest level. Join them on the path to mastery.
Learn from titled players and experienced coaches who are passionate about helping you achieve your chess goals.
FIDE Arbiter | Senior National Arbiter | FIDE National Instructor
Arun D is a seasoned chess professional with 15+ years of playing and 10+ years of coaching
experience.
A certified FIDE Arbiter and National Instructor, he has officiated 100+ tournaments and
guided students
to District, State, and National-level success.
Driven by structured training and excellence, he leads the National School of Chess in
developing
confident, competitive players.
👉 From Pawn to King – Building Champions the Right Way.
Hear from our students who have transformed their chess game and achieved remarkable results through our programs.
Vinayak B Hariwal delivered an impressive performance at the KCM International FIDE Tournament, Coimbatore, securing 3rd place in the Below 1600 category. His consistent play against strong opponents highlighted his skill and competitive spirit on the international stage. ♟️
Dhatri Umesh is a young chess talent from Mysuru and a student of NPS Mysore. She won a medal at the 2022 National Chess Championship (Kolkata) and has competed in 120+ tournaments across national and state levels. She is a Bala Shree Award recipient, recognized by UKCA, AICF, and FIDE.
Diya Umesh is a young chess prodigy from Mysuru and a student of NPS Mysore. She won a medal at the 2022 National Chess Championship (Kolkata), has played 120+ tournaments, and is a Bala Shree Award recipient recognized by UKCA, AICF, and FIDE.
We're a Bengaluru-based chess academy built on one belief: every student, from a 5-year-old learning how the knight moves to a tournament player chasing their next FIDE rating milestone, deserves structured, personal coaching — not a one-size-fits-all class.
Founded by Arun D, a FIDE Arbiter and National Instructor with 15+ years of playing experience and 10+ years coaching, the National School of Chess grew out of a simple goal: take the same structured, tournament-tested training used to develop titled players and make it accessible to students at every level.
Our programs run from Little Pawns for young beginners through IM/GM Camps for serious competitors, each built around gamified learning paths, daily tactical puzzles, and real tournament play — so progress is something students can see, not just feel.
Today that approach has produced students competing at district, state, national, and international level, with our top-rated players featured on our live leaderboard above.
Learn directly from a FIDE Arbiter and National Instructor with a decade of competitive coaching experience.
Age- and skill-based curriculum from Little Pawns to IM/GM Camps, so every student trains at the right level.
Daily puzzles, rated practice, and monthly tournaments keep students match-fit, not just theory-sharp.
A growing network of active students and alumni competing together, from local meets to national events.
Stay informed with the latest chess strategies, tournament results, and academy announcements.
A brilliant display of skill, focus, and strategy! ♟️
Image →Outstanding performance and well-deserved victory! ♞
Image →Proud of your achievement — keep winning! ♞
Image →Representing RGUHS at the South Zone Inter-University Competitions — best wishes! ♞
Image →Remained unbeaten throughout the event, showcasing outstanding skill. ♟️
Image →A truly commendable and deeply rewarding milestone.
Image →Strong performance in fast-paced competitive chess.
Image →Demonstrating excellent young talent.
Image →Fill out the form below and we'll help you find the perfect program to match your goals.
Complete the form and our team will contact you within 24 hours.
