Viraj Rathod

I’m Viraj Rathod, a passionate online Chess Coach with 2+ years of professional teaching experience, working with students from India, the USA, and Canada.

I specialize in teaching beginners and intermediate players, especially children, in a simple, structured, and stress-free way. My focus is not just on moves, but on understanding ideas, patterns, and decision-making, so students gain real confidence while playing.

♟️ My Teaching Approach

Concepts explained in easy language using real-life examples

Step-by-step learning instead of memorizing openings

Focus on tactics, thinking process, and practical play

Sessions adapted to the student’s pace and personality

Friendly, patient, and encouraging environment

I strongly believe that chess should be enjoyable, not intimidating. Many of my students re-enroll because they feel comfortable, motivated, and genuinely interested in improving.

🔹 What I Teach

Chess for Beginners (absolute beginners welcome)

Chess for Kids & School Students

Fundamentals: piece movement, rules, and basic checkmates

Tactics: pins, forks, discovered attacks, double attacks

Middlegame planning & basic endgames

Game analysis and mistake correction

Online play guidance (Lichess / Chess.com)

🔹 Class Details

Mode: Online (Zoom / Lichess Study)

One-on-one personalized coaching

Customized material and practice positions

Homework & improvement tracking (if required)

🔹 Why Parents & Students Choose Me

Calm and patient teaching style

Strong communication with parents

Focus on long-term understanding, not shortcuts

Consistent feedback and honest progress updates

If you’re looking for a dedicated chess teacher who genuinely cares about the student’s growth, I’d be happy to help.

📩 Feel free to message me to discuss your requirements.