Every Great Move Begins With A Single Thought
Rooted in Shirpur and driven by a vision to make chess a part of every home, Malhar’s Chess Academy empowers young minds through structured coaching, strategic thinking, and a lifelong love for the game.




ABOUT US
Building Confident Minds Through the Game of Chess
Situated in Shirpur, Malhar’s Chess Academy has been nurturing young minds through the game of chess since 2013. With 25+ years of competitive playing experience and 13+ years of coaching expertise, we provide structured training. personal attention, and the right guidance for every student to grow.
From beginners taking their first steps to advanced players aiming for respectable FIDE rating, we are committed to building a strong foundation, improving skills, and creating champions for tomorrow.
2013
Year Established
10+
Students' Awards
2
Trained Coaches
13+ Years
Coaching Experience
OUR COURSES

The First 64
Beginner Course
Learning Outcomes:
- Course Name: The First 64
- Age Group: 5-8 years
Key Topics:
- Level: Beginner
- Duration: 2-3 months
- Schedule: 3 classes/week
- Fees: 1000/- month
- Online and offline
- Syllabus: Chessboard Basics, Piece Movement, Check & Checkmate, Castling, Basic Tactics, Simple Endgames, Chess Etiquette
- Learning Outcomes: Students develop confidence, understand the rules completely, and begin playing independent games with strategic thinking.

Calculated Moves
Intermediate Level
Learning Outcomes:
- Course Name: Calculated Moves
- Age Group: 8–15 Years
Key Topics:
- Level: Intermediate
- Duration: 6-10 months
- Schedule: 3 classes/ week. (10-12 classes in a month)
- Fees: 1200/- month
- Online and offline
- Syllabus: Opening Principles, Tactical Patterns, Middlegame Planning, Basic Endgames, Game Analysis
- Learning Outcomes: Students develop strategic understanding and become ready for district and state-level tournaments

Beyond the Board
Advance (Level 1)
Learning Outcomes:
- Course Name: Beyond the Board
- Age Group: 10 Years & Above
Key Topics:
- Level: Advanced (Level 1)
- Duration: 8-12 months
- Schedule: 3 classes/ week. (10-12 classes in a month)
- Fees: 1300/- month
- Online and offline
- Syllabus: Opening Repertoire, Positional Chess, Advanced Calculation, Endgame Mastery, Tournament Psychology, Game Preparation
- Learning Outcomes: Students prepare for FIDE-rated tournaments, improve competitive performance, and build a strong tournament mindset

Elite Preparation Lab
Advanced (Level 2)
Learning Outcomes:
- Course Name: Elite Preparation Lab
- Age Group: 10 Years & Above
Key Topics:
- Level: Advanced (Level 2)
- Duration: Ongoing
- Schedule: 2 classes/ week. (8-10 classes in a month)
- Fees: 1500/- month
- Online and offline
- Syllabus: Deep positional play, calculation techniques, game analysis, tournament strategy, and personalized performance training.
- Learning Outcomes Students develop advanced competitive skills, independent game preparation, and the confidence to perform consistently in FIDE-rated and high-level tournaments

Family Chess Connect
Beginner-friendly
Learning Outcomes:
- Course Name: Family Chess Connect
- Age Group: 20 Years & Above
Key Topics:
- Level: Beginner
- Duration: 1-2 months
- Schedule: Weekend batches
- Fees: 1400/- for complete course
- Offline
- Syllabus: Chess fundamentals, essential tactics, common strategies, and practical games
- Learning Outcomes: Parents gain the confidence to play, learn, and grow alongside their children while making chess a meaningful family activity

Chess Discovery Camp
Beginner-friendly
Learning Outcomes:
- Course Name: Chess Discovery Camp
- Age Group: 5-15 years
Key Topics:
- Level: Beginner
- Duration: Summer and winter vacations (15 days)
- Schedule: Morning/ Evening batches (During summer and winter vacations)
- Fees: 1000/- for complete course.
- Offline
- Syllabus: Chess basics, fun tactical puzzles, interactive games, mini tournaments, and confidence-building activities
- Learning Outcomes: Students develop a strong foundation in
WHY CHOOSE US
Experienced & Certified Coaches
Learn from passionate chess professionals with years of competitive playing and coaching experience. Our team includes a FIDE-rated player and Senior National Arbiter, providing expert guidance that helps students build confidence, sharpen strategy, and achieve success in tournaments.
Structured Curriculum
Our carefully designed curriculum takes students from basic fundamentals to advanced tournament preparation. Every lesson follows a clear learning path, ensuring steady progress through openings, tactics, middlegames, endgames, and practical game analysis at every stage.
Personal Attention
Every student learns differently. We maintain a supportive environment where coaches provide individual feedback, track progress, and focus on each learner’s strengths and areas for improvement, helping them grow with confidence and consistency.
Building Champions
With over a decade of coaching experience and years of competitive expertise, we have guided numerous students in developing strong chess skills, improving tournament performance, and building the confidence needed to compete at higher levels.
Online & Offline Learning
Choose the learning mode that suits your schedule. Our engaging online and offline classes deliver the same high-quality coaching, interactive sessions, practical exercises, and personalized support, making professional chess training accessible from anywhere.
Focus on Overall Development
Chess is more than a game. Our coaching develops critical thinking, concentration, discipline, patience, creativity, and decision-making skills, helping students become confident learners and responsible individuals both on and off the chessboard.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY





OUR MISSION & VISION
Our Mission
Dreams become reality, one move at a time.
Our mission is to make quality chess education accessible to every child who wishes to learn, with a special commitment to nurturing the chess culture of Shirpur. Through structured coaching, engaging learning experiences, tournaments, school initiatives, and online classes, we strive to make chess a game that every child feels welcome to explore.
Whether a student dreams of earning a FIDE rating, competing in tournaments, or simply discovering a lifelong passion, we are committed to guiding each learner with patience, purpose, and personal attention. Every lesson we teach is one step toward building a stronger chess community and a generation that thinks with confidence, creativity, and integrity.
Our Vision
At Malhar’s Chess Academy, our vision is to make chess an integral part of every household in Shirpur and its surrounding communities. We aspire to build a culture where chess is not viewed merely as a competitive sport but as a lifelong companion that nurtures patience, discipline, creativity, and critical thinking. We envision a future where every child in our region has the opportunity to discover the beauty of the 64 squares, develop confidence through thoughtful decision-making, and grow into an individual who approaches life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and strategy. While our students learn from across India through online coaching, our deepest commitment remains the development of a thriving chess community in Shirpur.
Posted on Google Shrutika ShuklaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Since joining Malhar Chess Academy, my child has learned and understood many good chess moves. I have noticed a significant improvement in their chess skills.Posted on Google sukhada mahajanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My daughter, Saachi started learning chess at Malhar Chase Academy, and the improvement in her skills and confidence has been amazing. The teaching method of Pradeep sir is very supportive, engaging, and easy for children to understand. I am very happy with her progress and the positive learning environment provided by the academy. Highly recommended for children who want to learn and grow in chess!Posted on Google AJ English ClassTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was a very productive session for my daughter. She has cleared the basics of Chess. She got confidence to play Chess however she needs a lot of practice.Posted on Google Unnati waniTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was a wonderful experience where girls and women were encouraged to play chess. I felt proud and happy to be part of the event.Posted on Google Chaitrali BideTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The whole week was really awesome. I learnt a lot about chess. Thank you for giving such a wonderful opportunity.Posted on Google Pratima GaikwadTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My experience was very excellent They taught us really well. Must recommendPosted on Google himali nereTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The experience was very good and we learned so much in just few daysShowing our latest reviews
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