SMC’s Journey Stories
India’s leading chess academy shaping national & international champions.
Our Coaches at SMC
At the Strategic Mind Chess Academy (SMC), our coaches are not just trainers — they are mentors who shape young minds through the power of chess. With years of competitive experience and professional teaching expertise, they bring a unique balance of discipline, creativity, and patience into every class.
For students, our coaches make learning exciting by turning complex strategies into simple, engaging lessons. They encourage curiosity, build confidence, and ensure that every child, whether a beginner or advanced, grows at their own pace while enjoying the journey.
For parents, our coaches provide consistent communication and transparent feedback, making them trusted partners in their child’s progress. Beyond the chessboard, they focus on building problem-solving skills, resilience, and decision-making abilities that prepare children for life. At SMC, our coaches inspire, guide, and empower students — nurturing not just chess players, but future thinkers and leaders.
For students, our coaches make learning exciting by turning complex strategies into simple, engaging lessons. They encourage curiosity, build confidence, and ensure that every child, whether a beginner or advanced, grows at their own pace while enjoying the journey.
For parents, our coaches provide consistent communication and transparent feedback, making them trusted partners in their child’s progress. Beyond the chessboard, they focus on building problem-solving skills, resilience, and decision-making abilities that prepare children for life. At SMC, our coaches inspire, guide, and empower students — nurturing not just chess players, but future thinkers and leaders.
At the Strategic Mind Chess Academy (SMC), our coaches are not just trainers — they are mentors who shape young minds through the power of chess. With years of competitive experience and professional teaching expertise, they bring a unique balance of discipline, creativity, and patience into every class.
Stories,
Real Experiences,
Real Achievements
Rakshit Choudhary
I used to think chess was very hard, but my coach made it so much fun! Now I can even beat my dad sometimes!
FIDE Rating: 1445
– Beginner Batch
Ankit Kumar Singh
I used to think chess was very hard, but my coach made it so much fun! Now I can even beat my dad sometimes!
FIDE Rating: 1536
– Beginner Batch
Anupriya Shrivastava
I used to think chess was very hard, but my coach made it so much fun! Now I can even beat my dad sometimes!
FIDE Rating: 1223
– Beginner Batch
Rudra Soni
I used to think chess was very hard, but my coach made it so much fun! Now I can even beat my dad sometimes!
– Beginner Batch
Pathik Gupta,
I used to think chess was very hard, but my coach made it so much fun! Now I can even beat my dad sometimes!