Our family is so grateful for Coach Ridhi helping our daughter each week to improve her chess skills. Coach Ridhi is so kind and has made us want to support your mission of making chess accessible for all in any way we can.
Having lessons at The Chess Effect has helped my child so much. Coach Sanjay helped him go from a beginner to winning games in less than 6 months. When he graduated to the next level, Coach Sandeep helped me build a strong opening repertoire that he’s used to win some of his first OTB tournaments … Continue reading Chess Effect Parent
I have had the privilege of taking a chess class taught by International Master Sandeep in chess, and I must say, it was an enlightening experience. From the very beginning, Sandeep presented a calm and collected demeanor that immediately made the class feel comfortable to me. He began by assessing my current level of play … Continue reading Chess Effect Student
Thank you Coach Sandeep for reviewing my games and providing feedback. The puzzles you provide help in learning tactics and strategies. I like your friendly approach and patience. I hope you become GM soon!
I’ve had lessons with Coach Purvit for almost a year now, and he has always prioritized my needs and gone above and beyond. He almost always continues teaching after the one-hour mark and consistently assigns homework to help me improve my game. I’ve improved my rating by almost 200 points, and I wouldn’t have been … Continue reading Chess Effect Student
I’ve taught at The Chess Effect for almost 3 years now, and I’ve loved every single moment. Sharing the gift that is the game of chess is a pleasure, as is watching my students gradually improve their skills and win tournaments. I’d highly recommend any interested high-school age players apply to join The Chess Effect … Continue reading Coach Purvit
I started The Chess Effect in 2020 with two students and a mission. Now, almost 4 years later, we’ve expanded to a team of over 25 coaches across chapters in Arizona and Texas, serving hundreds of members through free lessons and fundraiser tournaments. Teaching as a coach has helped me share the lessons I’ve learned … Continue reading Coach Sandeep
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