Why TKSS
A structured, student-centred approach to developing confident learners and competitive chess players.
Structured Curriculum
Progress through a carefully designed, level-based curriculum that guides students from their first move to advanced tournament preparation.
Experienced Coaches
Learn from experienced coaches, including FIDE-rated players and coaches who have completed FIDE Instructor and FIDE Arbiter certification courses.
Tournament Preparation
Build confidence through clock handling, notation, game analysis, tournament etiquette, rating guidance, and competitive mindset training.
Individual Attention
Benefit from small-batch coaching, personalised feedback, regular progress reviews, and individual guidance to support continuous improvement.
School & Institutional Programs
Comprehensive chess programs for schools, preschools, academies, daycare centres, tuition centres, and other educational institutions.
Online Learning
Join live interactive chess classes from anywhere in the world, with students from India, USA, UK, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, and more.
LCD Method
Why the TKSS Learning Method Works
Learn
Students understand concepts instead of memorizing moves.
Practice
Interactive exercises, puzzles, assignments, and guided games.
Compete
Regular internal, school, district, state, national, and FIDE-rated tournaments.
Improve
Continuous assessment, personalized feedback, and structured progression.
Student Learning Journey
A clear, structured pathway that supports every student from their first lesson to competitive tournament chess.
Experience our teaching approach and interact with our coaches.
Evaluate the student's age, playing level, goals, and experience.
Place students in the most suitable batch based on skill level and schedule.
Structured Curriculum
Follow a progressive learning plan with clear objectives and milestones.
Practice & Assignments
Reinforce learning through guided practice, worksheets, homework, and game reviews.
Regular Progress Reviews
Monitor development through assessments, coach feedback, and parent updates.
Tournament Participation
Prepare for internal, school, district, state, national, and FIDE-rated tournaments.
Advanced Training
Receive personalised coaching for openings, planning, analysis, and rating improvement.
About TKSS
A Chess-First Sports Institute with a Vision for the Future
Taanya Kaavya School of Sports (TKSS) is a chess-focused sports institute committed to developing young minds through structured, high-quality chess education. While chess is our primary focus today, our long-term vision is to grow into a multidisciplinary sports institute, offering opportunities for students to excel across various sports and skill-development programs.
Operating through our main centre in Mogappair and partner programs across Chennai, TKSS provides a supportive learning environment where every student is encouraged to think, learn, and grow with confidence.
At TKSS, we believe chess is more than a game. It is a powerful tool for developing focus, critical thinking, decision-making, patience, discipline, and resilience. Our coaching philosophy is student-centred, emphasizing individual growth, structured learning pathways, regular progress reviews, and long-term skill development rather than short-term results.
TKSS is proud to have trained students from India and internationally, including students in the United States who have successfully earned both US Chess ratings and FIDE ratings.
TKSS - Rise to New Era.
Programs
Structured learning pathways - from your first move to competitive tournament play.
Absolute Beginner
Perfect for children who are new to chess. Learn the chessboard, piece movement, capturing, check, checkmate, basic rules, and enjoy engaging chess activities that make learning fun.
Book DemoBeginner
Build a strong foundation through opening principles, basic tactical ideas, piece coordination, simple endgames, guided practice games, and regular assignments.
Book DemoAdvanced Beginner
Develop tactical awareness with checkmate patterns, tactical motifs, opening systems, endgame fundamentals, tournament rules, game analysis, and structured practice.
Book DemoIntermediate
Designed for tournament players looking to improve through positional understanding, tactical calculation, opening repertoire development, middlegame planning, endgame technique, homework, game analysis, and tournament preparation.
Book DemoAdvanced
Individual coaching tailored to each student's age, playing strength, tournament goals, rating, learning pace, and detailed game analysis to maximise improvement.
Book DemoOnline Chess Classes
Interactive online coaching for students across India and around the world, including the USA, UK, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, and more. Training includes structured curriculum, tournament preparation, and guidance towards US Chess and FIDE ratings.
Enquire NowCurriculum Roadmap
Every stage has clear objectives, measurable skills, defined outcomes, and structured practice.
Absolute Beginner
Objective: Build confidence with the chessboard and basic rules.
Skills: Piece movement, capturing, check, checkmate, and simple game play.
Outcome: Play complete games independently while understanding the fundamental rules of chess.
Books · Worksheets · Fun Activities · Practice AssignmentsBeginner
Objective: Develop strong chess fundamentals.
Skills: Opening principles, basic tactics, piece coordination, simple endgames, and notation.
Outcome: Play stronger practice games with improved tactical awareness and confidence.
Worksheets · Assignments · Guided Practice Games · Review SessionsAdvanced Beginner
Objective: Prepare for competitive chess.
Skills: Tactical patterns, checkmate themes, opening systems, endgame fundamentals, tournament rules, and game analysis.
Outcome: Participate confidently in tournaments with a solid understanding of competitive play.
Recommended Books · Analysis Exercises · Tournament PracticeIntermediate
Objective: Strengthen strategic understanding and competitive performance.
Skills: Positional planning, tactical calculation, opening repertoire development, middlegame strategy, and endgame technique.
Outcome: Consistently perform at a higher level in tournaments through deeper game understanding.
Homework · Model Games · Endgame Drills · Tournament AnalysisAdvanced
Objective: Maximise individual performance through personalised coaching.
Skills: Advanced opening preparation, engine-assisted analysis, tournament planning, psychological preparation, and performance optimisation.
Outcome: Achieve long-term rating improvement and compete confidently at higher levels.
Personalised Curriculum · Performance Reviews · Individual Training Plans · Tournament PreparationECA Chess Programme
Complete ECA Chess Solutions for Schools
TKSS partners with schools, preschools, academies, and educational institutions to provide structured ECA Chess Programmes that develop concentration, logical thinking, confidence, creativity, and decision-making skills. We manage everything from curriculum planning to tournament execution.
Our School Services
Team
Experienced FIDE-certified coaching and leadership team.
Founder & Mentor
Mr. Senthil Kumar M.R.
Professional Credentials
- International Arbiter (2022) - FIDE Licensed
- FIDE Arbiter (2009)
- Developmental Instructor (2013)
Mr. Senthil Kumar is an experienced chess professional and FIDE-certified International Arbiter with extensive expertise in tournament organization and player development. He has played a key role in conducting professional chess tournaments and building structured training systems for students.
Head Coach
Kavya S
Achievements
- National School Team Gold Medalist
- National School Team Silver Medalist
- 18+ Years Playing Experience
- 12+ Years Coaching Experience
Professional Credentials
- FIDE Arbiter (2023)
- National Arbiter
- National Instructor (Licensed 2024-2027)
Kavya specializes in structured learner-centred coaching and has helped numerous students become confident tournament players through systematic training.
Assistant Coach & Secretary
Taanya S S
Achievements
- National School Team Silver Medalist
- 19+ Years Playing Experience
- 2+ Years Coaching Experience
Taanya S S contributes to coaching, curriculum planning, administration, and student development while ensuring a structured and engaging learning experience.
Achievements
Progress that parents can see and students can feel.
Branches & Partner Locations
TKSS main centre and institutional partnerships.
TKSS operates through its main centre and multiple school, ECA, preschool, academy, and playschool partnerships.
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Training moments, tournaments, camps, prize distribution, school programs, and workshops.
Testimonials
Trusted by parents and young chess learners.
★★★★★
TKSS gave my child a disciplined and friendly chess environment. The coaching is structured, and tournament confidence improved steadily.
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Anitha R.Parent of TKSS student
FAQ
Questions parents usually ask before joining.
Can absolute beginners join?
Yes. TKSS has an Absolute Beginner program for first-time learners.
What age can start chess?
Children from around age 5 can begin, depending on attention span and interest.
Do you offer online classes?
Yes. Online classes are available for India, USA, UK, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, and other countries.
Are offline classes available?
Yes. Offline training is available at the TKSS main centre and selected partner locations.
What are the batch timings?
Classes are conducted on weekdays and weekends according to batch schedules.
Will students play tournaments?
Students are guided toward internal, school, district, state, national, and FIDE-rated tournaments when ready.
What chess materials are provided?
Students may receive worksheets, assignments, practice games, and level-wise study guidance.
Can we attend a demo class?
Yes. Use the Book Free Demo form and TKSS will guide you to the right batch.
What happens if a class is missed?
Missed-class support depends on batch schedule and availability. Contact TKSS for details.
Admissions
Start Your Chess Journey with a Free Demo Class
Experience a TKSS chess session before enrolling. Share a few details about the student, and we will recommend the most suitable batch based on age, current playing level, and preferred schedule.
Why Book a Free Demo?
- Meet our experienced coaches
- Experience our structured teaching methodology
- Get batch recommendations based on the student's level
- Understand the learning roadmap and tournament pathway
- Ask questions before enrolling
Book Free Demo
Submit the form and TKSS will contact you with the right batch recommendation.
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