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Chess Mastery Academy — Est. 2018
Chess is an art, not just a war.

We blend grandmaster technique with psychological depth. Whether you're a Tal-like attacker or a Karpovian strategist — we sculpt your unique genius. Begin with a 45-minute exploratory session at ₹500, including your full personality profile. Or join any live batch free for 30 minutes.

500+
Students
150+
FIDE Rated
98%
Satisfaction
25+
Champions
Sanguine AttackerCholeric StrategistMelancholic PerfectionistPhlegmatic DefenderPsychology-First CoachingFIDE Rated in 18 Months500+ Students TransformedLive · Human · Real Sanguine AttackerCholeric StrategistMelancholic PerfectionistPhlegmatic DefenderPsychology-First CoachingFIDE Rated in 18 Months500+ Students TransformedLive · Human · Real
Our Belief
Creativity conquers where
theory ends.

Every student carries a unique chess fingerprint — an instinct, a rhythm, a way of seeing the board. Most coaches ignore it. We build everything around it.

Psychology is not a supplement to our teaching. It is the foundation. The mind that moves the piece is more important than the piece itself.

Voices
Trusted by players,
parents & clubs.

"Real words from real people — students who found not just a better game, but a better understanding of themselves."

★★★★★
"The psychological profile was a revelation. My tournament performance jumped 200 points — not because I studied more, but because I finally understood myself."
Arjun S. — FIDE 1780
★★★★☆
"I was skeptical about personality typing. Then I understood exactly why I freeze in time trouble. These modules changed how I see myself at the board."
Meera K. — Parent of U-12 Player
★★★★★
"My son went from unrated to 1400 in 14 months. The guarantee is real — they kept coaching until he made it. Honest coaches."
Rajesh N. — Chennai
★★★★★
"Finally a coach who understands I'm an attacker. Rating went from 1300 to 1650 in one year. I play like myself now."
Karthik M.
★★★★☆
"I didn't get a rating in 12 months — they taught me for free until I did. I'm now 1520. Real people, real craft."
Divya R.
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First Step
Find your
chess DNA.
₹500/ 45 min

A single session that changes everything. We reveal your personality type and hand you a roadmap built around who you actually are.

Prefer to observe first? Join any live batch class for 30 minutes at no cost.

Book your session

Our Beliefs
What chess is,
and what it isn't.

Chess is…

  • Intuition and creative courage
  • A psychological battle above all
  • Personal growth in 64 squares
  • Infinite art — never the same twice
  • Pattern recognition, not memorisation

Chess is not…

  • Rote learning of opening lines
  • Blunder-free mechanical perfection
  • One style that fits every mind
  • Repetitive drills without depth
  • Something only the talented master

ChessRocks is…

  • Personality-first coaching, always
  • Psychology woven into every lesson
  • Constant evolution, never stagnant
  • Affordable excellence, no hidden costs
  • A place to bring the future in you

ChessRocks is not…

  • A generic video library you watch alone
  • Lucky openings without understanding
  • A passive one-size-fits-all curriculum
  • Promises without a guarantee behind them
  • Anything but entirely human and live

BRING THE FUTURE
POSSIBLE IN YOU

Self-Knowledge
Your chess
personality type.
01
SANGUINE
The Attacker
Dynamic, instinctive, fearless. You hunger for complications, love sacrifice, and play with fire in your hands. The board is your canvas — you paint in bold strokes.
Mikhail TalJudit PolgarAlexei Shirov
02
CHOLERIC
The Strategist
Positional, patient, relentless. You play the long game — weaving plans across 50 moves, accumulating tiny advantages until the position speaks for itself.
Anatoly KarpovTigran PetrosianVladimir Kramnik
03
MELANCHOLIC
The Perfectionist
Analytical, precise, thorough. Every move is an examination. You want the objectively best move — and you don't rest until the position yields its secret.
Magnus CarlsenBobby FischerViswanathan Anand
04
🛡
PHLEGMATIC
The Defender
Solid, resilient, unbreakable. You turn the opponent's aggression against them. Your endgames are fortresses. Your patience is your most dangerous weapon.
Vassily IvanchukFabiano CaruanaDing Liren
What Makes Us Different
Our secret sauce
(deliciously kept).
Style-Matched Coaches
Paired with a mentor who shares your chess temperament. Teaching clicks because it's personal.
Chess Psychology
Designed by scholars, delivered live by FIDE-certified chess psychologists.
Clarity Under Pressure
We rewire how you relate to the clock — so time trouble becomes your strength.
Beyond the Board
Resilience, focus, emotional intelligence. Chess is the vehicle. Life mastery is the destination.
You Are the New Star
Transparent, affordable pricing — forever. No surprise fees, no locked content.
Evolution Accelerator
Our curriculum evolves as the game evolves. We are always years ahead.
Art Over Algorithm
Creativity over brute force. We teach you to see beauty — not just calculate lines.
100% Human
No bots, no pre-recorded tutorials. Every session is live, personal, and real.
The Curriculum
Chess psychology
& beyond.
01
Chess Psychology
From academic research to the board. Designed by scholars, delivered live by experienced chess psychologists.
02
Decision Making
Cognitive bias, intuition versus calculation, the anatomy of a good decision under pressure.
03
Time Mastery
Flag panic, time scrambles, clock psychology. We rewire your relationship with time.
04
Personality Dev
Resilience, emotional control, focus under fire. The skills built here follow you everywhere.
05
Opening Selection
Your repertoire is chosen based on your psychological type — not a generic recommendation list.
06
Competition Mindset
Pressure is the arena where champions are made. We prepare you to thrive in it.
Tournament Prep
The
accelerator.

Join 1–3 months before your next tournament. We build a custom blueprint around you — your psychology, your style, your opponent patterns.

90%
Podium or Rating Gain
+50%
Performance Boost
1–3
Month Plan

"Achieve your FIDE rating within 18 months — or we coach you free until you do. No small print."

What's Included

Your personal blueprint

  • Psychological profile and opponent profiling
  • Opening preparation tailored to your personality type
  • Endgame technique based on your style
  • Time pressure simulation and clock management
  • Pre-tournament mental conditioning sessions
  • Post-round game analysis and rapid adjustment
Transparent Pricing
Choose your
coaching plan.
Batch Classes
1-on-1 Coaching
Foundation
BEGINNERS
Below Rating 1000
3000
Per Month · 10 Batch Classes
  • Fundamentals of all phases
  • Tactics & pattern recognition
  • Basic opening principles
  • Simple endgame techniques
  • Weekly group sessions
  • Personal game analysis
  • Customized training plan
Most Popular
Development
INTERMEDIATE
Rating 1000 — 1800
3500
Per Month · 10 Batch Classes
  • Advanced tactical training
  • Opening repertoire building
  • Strategic planning modules
  • Time management training
  • Tournament preparation
  • Detailed game analysis
  • Psychology type coaching
Mastery
ADVANCED
Rating 1800 — 2100
4000
Per Month · 10 Batch Classes
  • Advanced calculation training
  • Deep opening preparation
  • Complex endgame mastery
  • Positional understanding
  • Competition psychology module
  • Master-level game analysis
  • Full mental conditioning
Structured Learning
Complete
courses.
Foundation
Beginners Course
Build an unshakeable foundation. Every piece, every phase, every principle — learned deeply, not quickly.
15 Sessions · 30 min each
Psychology module included
₹5000
Development
Intermediate Course
Take your game past the plateau. Openings, strategy, tactics — refined and made your own.
15 Sessions · 45 min each
Advanced psychology module
₹8000
Mastery
Advanced Course
Master-level thinking, GM-assisted training. For those serious about reaching the top.
15 Sessions · 60 min each
GM coaching available
₹12000
Specialist
Endgame Masterclass
The game is often won or lost in the endgame. This course is for those who want to win those moments.
10 Sessions · Style-tailored
Technique + Psychology
₹7000
Questions
Frequently
asked.
What is the exploratory session?
A 45-minute one-on-one where we analyse your play and reveal your chess personality type. You leave with a personalised roadmap. The cost is ₹500.
Can I really attend a demo class at no cost?
Yes. You can join any live batch class for up to 30 minutes — completely free — to experience our teaching style before committing.
How does the FIDE rating guarantee work?
If you don't achieve a FIDE rating within 18 months of joining, we continue to coach you at no additional cost until you do. No small print. No conditions.
Are the psychology modules taught by qualified people?
Yes. Designed by psychology scholars and delivered live by experienced chess psychologists. Not supplementary — it is the foundation of everything we do.
What is the difference between batch and 1-on-1 coaching?
Batch classes offer live group learning — excellent for beginners and intermediate players. One-on-one is entirely personalised, with your own training plan, game analysis, and psychological coaching tailored entirely to you.
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