ABOUT TACTIQ
Building Better Chess Players. Building Better Thinkers.
♟ Experienced Coaches · 🎯 Structured Training · 🏆 Tournament Preparation
Experienced Coaches
Learn from qualified, FIDE-rated coaches.
Structured Learning
A progressive curriculum based on playing level.
Individual Progress
Training adapts to each student’s strengths.
Competitive Preparation
Guidance for tournaments and competitive chess.
WHO WE ARE
More Than a Chess Class. A Place to Grow.
TactIQ Chess Academy was built around a simple frustration with how chess is usually taught: students play a lot of chess, but very little of that time is spent learning to think better.
Most chess classes teach students what move to play. TactIQ was built to teach students how to think before making that move, how to evaluate a position, calculate a variation, and understand a mistake once it happens.
That idea became TactIQ’s coaching philosophy: Purposeful Coaching. Every lesson is built around a clear objective, not just another hour on the board.
Purposeful Coaching
Every Minute Has a Purpose. Every Move Has a Purpose. Every Class Creates Measurable Progress.
WHY CHESS
Chess Teaches Skills That Go Beyond the Board
🎯Concentration
♟Strategic Thinking
⚡Decision Making
💪Confidence & Patience
WHY CHOOSE TACTIQ
A Structured Approach to Chess Development
Experienced Coaches
Students learn from coaches with genuine playing and teaching experience.
Level-Based Training
Students are placed into appropriate learning groups based on their current ability.
Practical Learning
Lessons combine concepts, puzzles, games, and analysis.
Progress Tracking
Students’ development is monitored so training can evolve with their abilities.
Tournament Preparation
Competitive students can receive focused preparation for tournament play.
Supportive Environment
Students learn in an environment where mistakes are treated as part of the learning process.
MEET THE COACHES
Meet the People Behind Your Child's Chess Journey
Abhinav Gola
Competing since 2013 with a FIDE-rated tournament record including the Commonwealth Chess Championship. Focuses on calculation, evaluation, and learning from mistakes.
Agam Tandon
Multiple 1st and 2nd place finishes across university and inter-institute chess, alongside FIDE-rated tournament play. Focused on structured beginner and junior training.
OUR SIGNATURE METHOD
Our 6-Step Chess Development System
Assess
Understand the student’s current level.
Learn
Build strong fundamentals and understanding.
Practise
Apply concepts through puzzles and games.
Analyse
Review games and identify mistakes.
Compete
Build confidence for competitive play.
Improve
Track progress and refine training.
WHAT YOU'RE ACTUALLY PAYING FOR
Inside a Typical Chess Class
01
Warm-Up
Tactical puzzles and quick exercises.
02
Learn
The coach introduces the day’s chess concept.
03
Practice
Students solve positions and apply the concept.
04
Play
Students play practical games.
05
Analyze
Important positions and decisions are reviewed.
06
Continue Learning
Students receive exercises or practice recommendations.
CHESS PROGRAMS
Chess Training for Every Level
STUDENT RESULTS
From First Move to Tournament Floor
Aarav S. — Age 10
Rhea M. — Age 13
INSIDE TACTIQ
What Our Students & Parents Say
Real feedback from parents and students experiencing the TactIQ difference through structured, dedicated chess mentorship.
Student Learning
Live coaching session in progress
Coach Teaching
Interactive FIDE board instruction
Game Analysis Session
Post-match variation analysis
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions Parents & Students Ask
Children can start learning chess from around age 5, depending on their ability to follow instructions, stay engaged and enjoy learning. At TactIQ Chess Academy, we focus on the child’s current understanding and learning needs rather than age alone. Our structured chess coaching helps children build their foundation step by step, from learning the chessboard and pieces to understanding tactics, strategy and complete games.
Yes. TactIQ Chess Academy offers chess classes for complete beginners who are starting with little or no previous chess experience. Students learn the fundamentals progressively, including the chessboard, piece movement, captures, check, checkmate, basic tactics and chess principles. The aim is to help beginners understand why they make a move, not simply memorise moves.
Yes. TactIQ Chess Academy provides live online chess coaching, allowing students to learn from home and interact directly with their coach. Online classes make it possible for students across India to access structured chess lessons, guided practice, game analysis and personalised feedback without needing to travel to a physical chess centre.
Students are grouped according to their current chess knowledge, playing ability and learning objectives rather than simply their age. Understanding a student’s level helps the coach choose appropriate lessons, practice positions and challenges. This allows beginners to build their fundamentals while more experienced players can work on areas such as tactics, calculation, strategy and game analysis.
Yes. TactIQ provides tournament chess coaching for students who want to prepare for competitive chess. Training can include game analysis, tactical preparation, calculation, strategic understanding, opening preparation and practical decision-making. Tournament preparation is adapted to the student’s playing level and competitive goals.
The frequency of chess classes depends on the student’s program, current level and learning goals. A consistent training schedule combined with purposeful practice and game analysis can help students build stronger chess habits over time. During the enrolment or trial process, we can recommend a suitable learning structure based on the student’s requirements.
Yes. TactIQ Chess Academy welcomes adult chess learners, including complete beginners, hobby players and adults who want to improve their existing chess skills. Training can be structured around the student’s current level and goals, whether they want to learn the fundamentals, play better games, develop their chess understanding or simply enjoy chess as a hobby.
Yes. You can book a free trial chess class with TactIQ before enrolling in a regular program. The trial allows the student to experience our live online chess coaching and interact with a coach. It also gives us an opportunity to understand the student’s current level and learning goals so that we can recommend an appropriate chess program.
Ready to Make Your Next Move?
Give your child the opportunity to learn chess, develop strategic thinking, and grow with guidance from experienced coaches.