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Think Like a

Master strategy, tactics, patience, and the art of thinking ahead — in chess and in life — with Team Sathuranga Chanakyan, led by AIM Venkatesh Elumalai.

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200+Active Students
1,967+Educational Videos
19M+YouTube Views
1000+Trained Students
4500+Lichess & Chess.com Community
1000+Online Tournaments Conducted

The Philosophy

Think Like a Chanakya.

Chanakya didn't win battles by being the strongest fighter in the room. He won by thinking further ahead than anyone else — with strategy, patience, and the discipline to never make a careless move.

That's what we teach. Not just chess. The way of thinking that chess builds — focus, calculation, emotional control, and the ability to turn pressure into opportunity.

It works on the board. It works in life.

Chess on YouTube

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Tamil Chess Channel

1,967+ videos and 19M+ views — trusted by students across 15+ countries. See why 113K+ subscribers keep coming back for more.

113K+Subscribers
19M+Total Views
1,967+Videos Published
“A lesson taught once reaches a room. A lesson filmed reaches the world.”

Student Journeys

Inspiring Journeys of Our Students, One Move at a Time

Real students, real progress — from their first moves to rating milestones.

Umar Abdul Aziz Y

The World's 2nd-Youngest FIDE Rapid-Rated Player

Umar Abdul Aziz YIndia

Umar joined in April 2024 at three and a half years old — before most children learn to read. By five, he was competing in FIDE-rated tournaments. In July 2025, he entered the record books as the world's second-youngest FIDE Rapid-rated player. He hasn't started primary school yet.

  • FIDE Rapid rating of 1421
  • Rated at just 5 years old
  • World's 2nd-youngest FIDE Rapid-rated player ever
  • Joined at age 3½ — April 2024

Why Sathuranga Chanakyan

Built to Make Champions

Everything we do is designed around one goal — turning passionate learners into confident, tournament-ready players.

Well-Structured Curriculum

A carefully sequenced curriculum that builds from first principles to tournament-ready strategy, one move at a time.

FIDE-Rated Coaches

Learn directly from FIDE-rated, tournament-tested coaches who bring real competitive experience into every class.

Flexible Learning Formats

Online, offline, one-on-one, or group classes — pick the format that fits your schedule, pace, and learning style.

Access Recordings

Missed a class? Every session is recorded so you can revisit lessons, revise lines, and learn at your own pace.

Weekly Tournaments

Put your training to the test with weekly in-house tournaments that build real competitive temperament.

Proven Track Record

Our students have produced multiple district- and state-level top-5 prize winners, along with FIDE-rated players — results that show our coaching translates into competitive performance.

Reviews

Loved by Parents
Across 15+ Countries

Rated 4.9★ on Google. Here's what our chess family has to say.

“A coach is judged not by what they know, but by who their students become.”
★★★★★

Venkatesh Sir is one of the best teachers that have ever taught my girls — across anything they've ever learnt! He is a masterful teacher with extremely effective technique and a very nurturing style. We are truly grateful.

Kelly GabrielSingapore
★★★★★

I reached out to Coach Venkatesh to train my daughter. My 8 year old didn't even know the pieces. By the end of the first year she was beating Stockfish level 4. Coach Venkatesh was strict and caring at the same time.

Sai KasthuriranganGoogle Review
★★★★★

I started learning chess online as a complete beginner. Within 1 month there was a huge difference in my opening game. Now I have 1800+ rating on Chess.com. Venkatesh Sir is the reason I can say I am a confident chess player.

Ruban Daniel RobinsonGoogle Review
★★★★★

Our children have shown remarkable improvement in both chess skills and confidence. The environment is warm, well-structured, and focused on each child's growth. Wholeheartedly recommend this club to any parent.

Pranesh SorimuthuGoogle Review
★★★★★

Joining my son in Venkatesh sir's chess class is one of the best decisions I've made. Sir is so friendly and at the same time firm in keeping the child on track. Each class is so much value packed. Thank you sir!

GomathimaniGoogle Review
★★★★★

My son's progress in chess was highly commendable. He's become more strategic and much more confident. Mr. Venkat is very patient and calm — knows exactly how to handle kids' energy and moments of distraction.

CA Ysil KarunaiGoogle Review
★★★★★

Since joining Sathuranga Chanakyan chess academy my daughter showed significant development in her playing methods. This class gave her confidence to perform and compete. The entire credit goes to the teacher who motivated her.

Yuva RaniGoogle Review
★★★★★

I got to know this chess academy through the Tamil Chess Channel on YouTube. Great chess lessons taught in an easily understandable way. Within a few classes I got my game back after a decade.

Vasanthambigai VaradharajanGoogle Review
★★★★★

After joining your classes my son got more interest in chess and is more confident while competing. The inspiration speeches you share in classes help kids keep reaching higher targets. The books you suggest also help a lot.

Akkina SatishGoogle Review
★★★★★

My son has been attending online for about 1 year. He has drastically improved his game and started winning in tournaments. Most importantly he loves the class — he eagerly waits for every session.

Mehalaradha BGoogle Review
★★★★★

My personal experience with Sathuranga Chanakyan Academy has been truly appreciable. Few academies solely focus on each student's growth this way. The fee is quite reasonable too. Easily one of the best academies in town!

SaraGoogle Review
★★★★★

Venkatesh is a very good coach! His 1:1 classes over Zoom have helped hugely for my daughter. He knows exactly how to pace the class for the target audience and keep students engaged. Highly recommend.

Madhan BhaskaranGoogle Review
4.9 / 5Verified ReviewsGoogle

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The objective of our demo class is to assess your child’s chess level, give you a live experience of our online classes, and show the format in which chess is taught by our well-experienced coaches.

Chess — A Life Skill

Skills every game quietly builds in you…

FocusSharp MemoryPatienceProblem-SolvingConfidenceCreativityDiscipline
  • Age group: 5 to 15 years
  • Format: Interactive live one-on-one demo
  • Duration: 20-minute demo session
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“Every grandmaster was once a beginner who refused to quit.”

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One Move Changes Everything.

Every grandmaster once sat exactly where your child sits today. All it took was a single decision to begin.

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