Radhya Malhotra
U-13 Chess Championship 2025.
Radhya stood 1st by scoring 5/5 in the U-13 National Selection Tournament. The national entry fees will be covered by the organizers.
Date: 1st June 2025
Om Ramgude
14th Late Bharatbai Halkude Memorial Open FIDE Rating Chess Tournament 2025.
1st in Best Category with 6.5/9, prize ₹7,000 + trophy.
Date: 21st May 2025
Vismay Sachar
Al Oruba Club FIDE Rated Open Blitz, Bahrain — 4th with 5.5/7, including wins vs FMs & a CM.
Date: 28th March 2025
Mihir Rampally
2nd Maharashtra Chess Festival (U2200) — 4/9, +88 classical ELO.
Date: 27th Apr 2025
Vidwath Turayi
UKCC Essex Megafinal U12 — 2nd with 5/6, qualified for Gigafinals.
Date: 20th Apr 2025

Certified Chess Courses

Beginner Level Training

Beginner Level Training

For unrated or hobby players. Improve concentration, patience and decision making—helps academics too.

Intermediate Level Training

Intermediate Level Training

For 1400–1700 rated players. Tournament prep with deep opening, middlegame and endgame study.

Advanced Level Training

Advanced Level Training

Targeted coaching for state/national qualifiers and title pursuits (CM, FM, IM, GM).

VCA Milestones

625+

Award Winners

30+

Countries teaching in

8200+

Happy students

15+

Years of experience

Our Services

In Group Chess

In Group Chess

Improve collaboration and competitive growth in a structured group setting.

Online Chess Training

Online Chess Training

Learn mind-sharpening tactics with innovative online courses and top faculty.

Personal Chess Training

Personal Chess Training

One-on-one guidance to unlock potential and reach the next level fast.

Chess in School

Chess in School

Coaching that boosts critical thinking, planning, and academic performance.

Corporate Chess

Corporate Chess

Tailored chess sessions, events and tournaments to elevate team engagement.

Chess Events

Chess Events

Engaging tournaments, expert workshops, fun-fairs and more for all levels.

Victorians Say

Tournament, Detailed Teaching

I’ve been with VCA for 2 years. They conduct many internal tournaments with lots of prizes, giving everyone a chance to play.

Vismay Sachar

Bahrain

Enhanced Experience, Higher-rated Players

VCA hosts many tournaments that help us gain experience and improve our game. We also get to play with higher-rated players and learn tricks and tactics.

Darsh Shetty

India

Supportive Coaches, Event Participation

I’m in Intermediate 1 level. The coaches and support team are very good. I attend all VCA events, and the trainers help me improve my chess games.

Darsh Anand

India

Enthusiasm, Personal Growth

VCA improved my concentration and engagement. With Sangharsh Sir's guidance, my confidence and enjoyment in chess have grown.

Kanika Sane

India

Personalized Learning with Experts

Gargi ma’am is my personal trainer, and her teaching and encouragement make chess enjoyable. The middle game is my favorite.

Satej Soman

USA

Continuous Improvement, Trainer Appreciation

I’m happy learning from Kapil Sir at VCA. His guidance is excellent, and I rate him 9.5 out of 10.
 

Anirudh Daga

Singapore

Enthusiastic Learning, Supportive Coaches

Kapil Sir, Diksha Ma’am, and Sangharsh Sir are supportive and friendly chess trainers. My parents appreciate the focus it has given me.

Pratyush Yogesh Jadhav

Hungary

Online Coaching Excellence, Opening Game

VCA’s online personal coaching is the best learning experience. Kapil Sir and Sameer Sir's tactics help me in my games. I give them 5 out of 5 marks.

Bhavanya Panchumarthi

Kuwait

Group Learning Success Story

I enjoy VCA’s online group coaching. Sameer Sir and Gargi ma’am teach simply and clearly, helping me play wisely. The Sunday sessions are very beneficial.

Ananya Pol

Malaysia

Chess Temple Tribute
 

VCA is a chess temple and a foundation for many rising chess talents. Kudos to Team Victorious for their dedication and support in nurturing future champions.

Lokesh

India

Best chess coaching

at Victorious Chess Academy

Well structured curriculum designed by experts

Well structured curriculum designed by experts

International title holders are coaches

International title holders are coaches

Creative and innovative teaching methods

Creative and innovative teaching methods

Online & Offline chess learning platforms

Online & Offline chess learning platforms

Strong tools for assessing performance

Strong tools for assessing performance

Chess tournaments and events

Chess tournaments and events

Change To Learn From Chess Experts

NI Kapil Lohana

NI Kapil Lohana

(2094 ELO peak)

Founder of VCA, visionary coach, and mentor behind India’s 69th Grandmaster.

GM Pravin Thipsay

GM Pravin Thipsay

(FIDE Senior Trainer)

Arjuna Awardee, 7-time National Champion, Olympiad veteran, and iconic figure in Indian chess.

IM Sekhar Sahu

IM Sekhar Sahu

(FIDE Senior Trainer)

Odisha’s first IM and India’s first FIDE Senior Trainer, with decades of experience shaping grandmasters.

FM Sauravh Khherdekar

FM Sauravh Khherdekar

(FIDE Instructor)

Veteran coach and 10-time Open champion, mentor to Vidit Gujrathi, Raunak Sadhwani, and national champions.

CM Snehal Bhosale

CM Snehal Bhosale

(2270 ELO peak)

Experienced coach with an IM norm, guiding 1200–2100 players to rapid improvement.

WFM K. Sai Nirupama

WFM K. Sai Nirupama

(1984 ELO peak)

Two-time Asian gold medalist and multiple national champion, admired for her tactical sharpness and dedication.

CM Raghunandan Gokhale

CM Raghunandan Gokhale

(FIDE Trainer)

Dronacharya Awardee and AICFB founder, mentor to grandmasters and visually impaired players alike.

CM Deepak Katiyar

CM Deepak Katiyar

(FIDE Instructor)

Two-time UP Champion and Civil Services Gold Medalist.

Dr. Pratik Shriwas

Dr. Pratik Shriwas

(2250 ELO peak)

Analytical coach and World Youth Olympiad player with a PhD.

Priyanshu Barua

Priyanshu Barua

(2012 ELO peak)

National top-10 finisher and rapid-play specialist.

Atharva Madkar

Atharva Madkar

(2011 ELO peak)

Coach and player known for attacking brilliance.

DI Sameer Ghela

DI Sameer Ghela

(1732 ELO peak)

Senior coach with a structured, disciplined approach.

NI Gargi Sane

NI Gargi Sane

(1606 ELO peak)

Makes chess fun, simple, and interactive for all ages.

Vaishnav Jangam

Vaishnav Jangam

(1618 ELO peak)

Story-driven coach who simplifies complex ideas.

Nikhil Ranade

Nikhil Ranade

(1911 ELO peak)

Tactical expert and endgame strategist.

Satyam Warude

Satyam Warude

(1881 ELO peak)

Coach of district, state, and national champions since 2016.

Yashwant Telang

Yashwant Telang

(1715 ELO peak)

Sharp tactician and fun-loving coach.

Kamaldeep Singh

Kamaldeep Singh

(1681 ELO peak)

Calm mentor blending chess mastery with meditation.

Naveen Kumar

Naveen Kumar

(1613 ELO peak)

Prize-winning tactician.

Pranav Jagtap

Pranav Jagtap

(1605 ELO peak)

Former VCA student known for his fundamentals and endgame skills.

B. Akshaya

B. Akshaya

(1582 ELO peak)

International-rated player; resilient and student-focused.

Prathmesh Devdikar

Prathmesh Devdikar

(1580 ELO peak)

Opening specialist with holistic growth.

Yash Ankaikar

Yash Ankaikar

(1431 ELO peak)

Strategy & problem-solving focus.

Parth Ostwal

Parth Ostwal

Supportive coach with district-level success.

Avinash Sukhwani

Avinash Sukhwani

Beginner-friendly coach with a clear, engaging style.

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