FROM FIRST MOVE TO
TOURNAMENT CONFIDENCE
Structured chess coaching for beginners, growing players and tournament competitors.
Unlock the secrets of chess strategy, spatial logic, and calculation.
Whether starting fresh or playing rated events, we elevate your game.
WHAT’S YOUR LEVEL? ⭐
Choose the statement that best fits your child to view their matching level and roadmap.
Target Player:
Ages 5+ with no prior chess background or rules knowledge
Spatial Reasoning & Patience
2 Live Interactive Sessions / Week + Puzzles
Beginner Level
Start from scratch with interactive board vision, learning how every piece moves, fundamental rules, and delivering clean first checkmates.
Curriculum Highlights & Outcomes:
ELEVATING MINDS THROUGH EVERY MOVE.
We don't just teach children how to play chess. We build their complete chess journey—from their very first move to tournament confidence.
By blending international FIDE standards with personalized mentorship, we transform casual curiosity into genuine strategic intelligence, focus, and emotional stamina.
ELITE FIDE
CERTIFIED COACHING
TOP REPRESENTATIVE
TRAINING HUB
Sumayya Shaik
Founder & Director | Excellence Chess Academy
MEET THE FOUNDER —
SUMAYYA SHAIK.
Founder's Mission Statement
“We don't just teach children how to play chess. We build their chess journey from first move to competitive confidence.”
Under the visionary leadership of Sumayya Shaik, Excellence Chess Academy has evolved into a premier destination for youth chess development—blending international competitive standards with empathetic, child-centric pedagogy.
Recognizing that every young mind develops differently, Sumayya established structured learning pathways ranging from foundational piece activation for 5-year-olds to intense FIDE rating preparations for scholastic champions. Today, the academy mentors students across physical centers in India as well as online batches spanning the USA, UK, UAE, Singapore, and Australia.
12+ Years
Professional chess education & academy leadership
500+ Students
Guided from first move to tournament podiums
10+ Countries
Online coaching footprint across USA, UK, UAE & beyond
50+ Events
Organized rated championships & scholastic leagues
WHY PARENTS CHOOSE
Small Batches
Strict 1:4 to 1:6 coach-to-student ratio ensuring every single move and calculation gets dedicated personal attention.
Regular Progress Updates
Monthly milestone reviews and rating tracking reports shared directly with parents to track steady improvement.
Homework After Classes
Curated tactical puzzles and game assignments given after every session to build solid retention and discipline.
Tournament Guidance
Comprehensive preparation for school, district, and FIDE-rated tournaments including clock drills & strategy.
Individual Feedback
Personalized 1-on-1 game analysis highlighting exact errors, blunders, and missed tactical opportunities.
Online + Offline Options
Learn through live interactive online sessions or attend physical classroom batches on real chessboards.
Flexible Scheduling
Multiple weekday evening and weekend timing options designed to easily balance school, exams, and routines.
Trial Class Before Enrollment
Experience our coaching style firsthand with a 100% risk-free trial class and expert level assessment.
ONLINE CLASSES – NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL
World-class FIDE certified chess coaching delivered directly to your home with complete timezone flexibility for Indian and global NRI families.
Why Global Families Choose Excellence Online
Time-Zone Aligned Slots
Flexible batch scheduling adjusted to your child's local school routine, whether in North America, Europe, the Gulf, or Asia-Pacific.
Interactive Live Cloud Boards
Real-time move exploration on interactive digital boards, screen-share tactics, master engine analysis, and session recordings.
Global Arena Tournaments
Compete in weekly moderated online rapid tournaments with peers from 10+ countries to build international match stamina.
1-on-1 & Micro Batches (Max 4)
Dedicated personal feedback, homework reviews, and monthly rating progress reports shared directly with parents.
Supported Time Zones & Slots
India (National)
IST (UTC+5:30)
USA & Canada (East)
EST (UTC-5)
USA & Canada (West)
PST (UTC-8)
UK & Europe
GMT / CET
UAE & Middle East
GST (UTC+4)
Singapore & SE Asia
SGT (UTC+8)
Australia & NZ
AEST / NZST
Need a customized international time slot?
We match coaches precisely to your requested hour.
PLAY. COMPETE. GROW.
Tournaments are where learning transforms into real character, sharp focus, and unshakeable confidence. Here is our proven 4-stage competitive pathway.
Monthly Internal Tournaments
Safe, Fun & Confidence-Building
Conducted within the academy every month under realistic tournament clock rules, but in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.
Local & Interschool Tournaments
City & District Level Exposure
Students step into city-wide and inter-school championships to test their opening preparation against unknown competitors.
State-Level Events
Rated Championship Atmosphere
Official state association tournaments where students face top regional prodigies and start acquiring official FIDE rating points.
National & FIDE Open Competition
The Championship Elite Stage
National Age-Category Championships and International FIDE Open tournaments competing against titled players and grandmasters.
HOW WE PREPARE STUDENTS FOR TOURNAMENTS
We leave nothing to luck. Our coaches walk with students every step of their competitive journey.
1. Clock Drills & Time Management
Students train with digital chess clocks across Classical, Rapid, and Blitz time controls to master instinct under time pressure and prevent clock panics.
2. Custom Opening Repertoires
We build customized opening trees tailored to your child's natural playstyle, equipping them with deep theoretical traps and solid defenses.
3. Mental Resilience & Stamina
Tournaments are emotional rollercoasters. Our mentors teach children how to bounce back from tough losses, maintain composure, and stay energized across 7+ rounds.
4. Round-by-Round Game Analysis
Between tournament rounds and after events, coaches analyze the student's actual notation sheets to instantly diagnose errors and adjust strategy.
EXCELLENCE CHESS
RESULT
2nd Place (Silver)
P. ARJUN
25th Klein Winter Scholastic Chess Tournament (Houston, TX)
RESULT
5th Place
THAMAN
ACF Chess Tournament
RESULT
3rd Place (Bronze)
ABHINAY
Chhattisgarh State Under-9 Chess Championship
RESULT
1st Place (Gold)
DIVISHA
57th Telangana Chess Ranking Tournament
RESULT
2nd Place (Silver)
THAMAN
Telangana State Under-15 Chess Championship
RESULT
Top Rank Performer
THAMAN
Telangana Ranking Chess Tournament
RESULT
2nd Place (Silver)
ABHINAY
PICA Under-7 Chess Championship
CHAMPIONS IN ACTION
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Our chess counseling team is here to help you select the right path for your child.
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+91 96528 07907WHAT PARENTS SAY ON GOOGLE REVIEWS
Google Reviews
Gunjan Talsania
Parent of 10-yr old student
"My 10-year-old daughter learnt a lot with Excellence Chess Academy. The coaches are extremely patient, flexible with timing, and genuinely care for every student's growth."
Thank you Gunjan! We are thrilled to see your daughter's amazing progress.
Anuradha Vijayanand
Parent of Twin Students
"I enrolled my twins during summer camp and the progress has been incredible. Excellence Chess Academy groomed them for competitive tournaments with strategic care. Truly an outstanding academy!"
Thank you Anuradha! It is a joy mentoring your talented kids.
Srinivas Rao
Parent of FIDE Rated Student
"Excellence Chess Academy has transformed my son's concentration and logical thinking. The FIDE certified coaches provide personalized attention after every match."
Appreciate your kind words Srinivas! Always aim for grandmaster standards.