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📍 Chennai, India  |  🌐 Online Classes Worldwide
✉ mindfulmoverchessclub@gmail.com 📞 +91 883 851 2840
Chennai & Online Worldwide

Every Move
Shapes a Champion.

Expert chess coaching by Coach P.S.Jaikishan — in-person in Chennai and online for students around the world. From first moves to tournament glory.

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Structured · Scientific · Proven

Chess is the
Ultimate Mind
Sport.

Our curriculum builds critical thinking, pattern recognition, and deep focus — skills proven to improve academic performance and decision-making.

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Real Students · Real Trophies

From Beginner
to State Level.

Our students win district, state, and national tournaments across India. Available online for students in USA, UK, UAE, Australia, and worldwide.

See Champions Join The Club
100+
Students Trained
National
& State Champions
🌍 Global
Online Reach
TNSCA
Affiliated
IN India In-person & Online
US USA Online
AE UAE Online
GB UK Online
🌍 Worldwide Online
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OUR STORY

About Mindful Movers

♟ Coach P.S.Jaikishan — Founder & Head Coach

Mindful Movers Chess Club is a premier chess coaching academy founded in Chennai, India by Coach P.S.Jaikishan. With a passion for chess and a gift for teaching, Coach Jaikishan has built an academy that turns raw beginners into competitive champions.

Offering both in-person classes in Chennai and online coaching for students worldwide, our reach extends to India, the USA, UAE, UK, Australia and beyond. Distance is no barrier to learning great chess.

Our curriculum is structured, progressive, and tailored — covering openings, tactics, endgames, and tournament psychology. Every student gets the personal attention they deserve.

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WHY CHESS?

More Than a Game.
A Life Skill.

Science-backed benefits that go far beyond the 64 squares — endorsed by educators worldwide.

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Sharpens Problem-Solving

Chess trains the brain to analyze complex situations, think ahead, and devise creative solutions — directly transferable to academics and real life challenges.

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Boosts Memory & Focus

Memorizing openings, recognizing patterns, and sustained concentration across long games dramatically strengthens both working and long-term memory.

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Builds Strategic Thinking

Planning multiple moves ahead teaches children to evaluate trade-offs, think systematically, and make confident decisions under pressure.

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Develops Resilience

Winning graciously, losing with dignity — chess builds the mental toughness and sportsmanship that carries into every area of a child's life.

HALL OF FAME

Our Champions

Proud of every student who has represented Mindful Movers on the competitive stage — from Chennai to national level.

Rayaan holding 1st prize trophy as National Under-9 Chess Champion (July 2026, Ranchi)
🇮🇳 NATIONAL CHAMPION · UNDER-9
Rayaan
1st Place Champion at the 39th National Under-9 Open Chess Championships (July 2026, Ranchi), organized under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation (AICF).
Mindful Movers student wins 1st prize at Acchani State Level Chess Tournament Under-8 Boys category
🏅 STATE LEVEL · 1ST PRIZE
Under-8 Boys Champion
1st Acchani State Level Children Chess Tournament — Under 8 Boys, organised by Acchani Chess Academy.
Lishanth Balaji, Mindful Movers student, with 11+ tournament trophies
🏆 MULTIPLE TOURNAMENT WINNER
Lishanth Balaji
State-level competitor with 11+ trophies including podium finishes at GM Chess Academy state-level tournaments.
Meha receiving 1st prize at TNSCA State Level Chess Tournament at CASAG International School
🥇 1ST PLACE · STATE LEVEL
Meha
1st place at a TNSCA state-level tournament hosted at CASAG International School — a landmark win for the academy!
Coach P.S.Jaikishan at Crossword Book-A-Thon event with student
🎖 COACH & STUDENT RECOGNITION
Coach P.S.Jaikishan
Represented at the Crossword Book-A-Thon event — recognising the club's contribution to chess education in Chennai.
COACHING PROGRAMS

Find Your Perfect Batch

All programs available in-person (Chennai) and online worldwide. Includes study material, progress tracking, and tournament guidance.

Foundation

Beginner

Ages 5–10 · Zero experience needed

  • Rules, piece movement & board orientation
  • Basic tactics: forks, pins & checkmates
  • Fun puzzles and interactive mini-games every session
  • Small batches with personalised attention
  • In-person (Chennai) & Online options
₹Affordable/month

✦ First demo class is completely FREE

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Most Popular

Intermediate

Ages 8–16 · Knows the basic rules

  • Opening repertoire & middlegame strategy
  • Tactical pattern recognition & endgame principles
  • Real tournament game analysis & blunder checking
  • AICF / TNSCA rated tournament preparation
  • Tournament entry guidance & psychological coaching
₹Competitive/month

✦ Includes tournament preparation support

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Competitive

Advanced

Rated players · Tournament-focused

  • Tailored deep opening preparation & novelty ideas
  • Advanced positional play, pawn structures & calculation
  • 1-on-1 personalized sessions with Coach Jaikishan
  • Complete state & national circuit coaching
  • Online coaching tailored for global time zones
₹Custom/package

✦ Custom packages available on enquiry

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WHAT'S ON

Upcoming Events & Tournaments

Register for Events
TBD
Coming Soon
Club Internal Tournament
📍 Chennai · All Batches
TBD
Coming Soon
AICF Rating Tournament Prep
📍 Chennai · Rated Players
TBD
Coming Soon
District Under-11 Championship
📍 Chennai District
TBD
Coming Soon
Online Global Blitz Championship
🌍 Open to all international students

📱 WhatsApp Coach Jaikishan at +91 883 851 2840 for tournament registration and calendar schedules.

PARENT REVIEWS

What Families Say

★★★★★

"My son joined Mindful Movers and the transformation has been incredible. He is more patient, more focused, and thinks before he acts. Coach Jaikishan gives personal attention to every child."

S. Ramakrishnan
Parent of a 9-year-old student, Chennai
★★★★★

"My daughter qualified for the district tournament in just 4 months! Coach Jaikishan takes genuine interest in each child's growth. We enrolled online from Dubai and the experience has been outstanding."

Lakshmi Priya
Parent of an 11-year-old, Dubai (Online student)
★★★★★

"The online classes are as effective as in-person. My child went from knowing nothing to winning his first trophy within 6 months. Truly the best chess coaching available for kids worldwide!"

Mohit Gupta
Parent of a 7-year-old student, USA (Online student)
BRAIN TEASER

Puzzle of The Week

White to move and checkmate in 2. Can you spot the killer move? Join our class and Coach Jaikishan will break down the calculation technique!

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CHESS TIPS & INSIGHTS

Learn from the Blog

Chess knowledge, tips for parents, and tournament prep — from Coach P.S.Jaikishan.

Beginner Tips

5 Chess Habits Every Beginner Should Build From Day 1

Starting chess the right way matters more than you think. Coach Jaikishan shares the five habits that separate fast learners from struggling ones.

By Coach P.S.Jaikishan · Chess Education
For Parents

How to Support Your Child's Chess Journey Without Pressure

Parental support plays a huge role in a child's chess development. Here's how to encourage progress without creating anxiety around results.

By Coach P.S.Jaikishan · Parenting & Sports
Online Chess

Online Chess Coaching vs In-Person: What Works Better for Kids?

With students from India, UAE, UK and beyond, Coach Jaikishan shares what has worked across formats and how to make online chess lessons effective.

By Coach P.S.Jaikishan · Global Training
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! The first demo class is absolutely free with no commitment. Come see our coaching methodology, interact with Coach Jaikishan, and decide if it's the right fit for your child.

Yes! We offer live interactive chess coaching via video call for students across India, USA, UK, UAE, Australia, Singapore, and anywhere in the world. Sessions are scheduled to suit your local time zone.

We welcome students from age 5 onwards — children, teens, and adults. Our curriculum is tailored to each student's age group, current skill level, and pace of learning.

Online classes are conducted live via Google Meet or Zoom with Coach Jaikishan. We utilize interactive digital boards (Chess.com, Lichess) along with live tactical puzzles, master game analysis, and home practice assignments.

Absolutely. Coach Jaikishan actively prepares and guides students for AICF and TNSCA rated tournaments. We assist with registration, opening repertoire prep, tournament mindset, and in-depth post-game reviews.

We accept UPI (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm), Net Banking, and international wire / PayPal options for students outside India. Feel free to WhatsApp Coach Jaikishan (+91 883 851 2840) for fee details.

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Fill in the form or reach us directly on WhatsApp. The first demo class is completely free — for students in Chennai and online worldwide.

Academy Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
🌍 Online classes: Available Worldwide
Phone / WhatsApp
+91 883 851 2840
Coach P.S.Jaikishan
Email
mindfulmoverchessclub@gmail.com
Class Timings
Mon–Sat: Flexible Slots Available
Online: Flexible international time zones

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For Chennai (in-person) and online students worldwide. Coach Jaikishan will personally respond.