Hrishikesh Chavan
Head Coach
- FIDE Instructor
- Arena International Master
- Correspondence Chess Expert
- International FIDE Rated Chess Player (Peak ELO 2082)
- National Arbiter
- President, Gurukul Chess Academy
- District Head of Thane City for Chess, STAIRS Foundation.
VISION & MISSION
Our vision at Gurukul Chess Academy is to create a thriving community of chess enthusiasts, fostering a lifelong love for the game and promoting personal growth. We aim to provide a nurturing environment where individuals of all ages and backgrounds can experience the transformative power of chess, developing strategic thinking skills both on and off the chessboard.
It is to cultivate a thriving global community of chess enthusiasts, where individuals of all ages and skill levels can access top-quality training resources, engage in competitive play, and foster a lifelong passion for the game of chess.
At Gurukul Chess Academy, our mission is to provide exceptional chess education and coaching, nurturing the potential of each student and fostering their growth as players and individuals. Through experienced instructors, comprehensive training programs, and a supportive community, we aim to promote critical thinking, sportsmanship, and resilience.
We strive create an environment where chess enthusiasts can thrive, embrace personal development, and experience the joy and intellectual stimulation that chess offers.
Achievements
Tattva Shejwal 🥈🏆
Shlok Pawar 🥉🏆
Aadya Patil 🏆
Sanchi Sagare 🏆
Jiyaan Vora 🏆
Arjun Deshmukh🏆
Testimonials
Hrishikesh Chavan Sir encouraged my son to play chess tournaments
My son was always interested in chess since he was 4 years old but was not a professional chess player. We enrolled him in Gurukul Chess Academy when he was around 10 years old under the tutorship of Hrishikesh Chavan Sir. He encouraged my son to play chess tournaments. He himself has always been deeply involved in chess & always boosts the morale of all his students. He always analyzed the games which my son had lost or drawn and helped him to rectify the mistakes. Under his guidance and supervision my son became a Fide approved rated chess player. Hrishikesh Sir has been a really good tutor. It has been good experience learning under him and my son is proud that he is a student of Hrishikesh Sir and Gurukul Chess Academy
Suvarna Phene Mother of Ojas Phene (International FIDE Rated Chess player)
Gurukul Chess Academy has never failed to provide its students with the best practice and tournament preparation
My daughter, Daphne, was always fond of Chess and Hrishikesh sir has really helped her to achieve greater heights. She got a lucky opportunity to meet him when she was a graduation student. With his teaching and motivation, she also qualified into the university's chess team. Hrishikesh sir’s training in chess has helped her to improve patience and overall management skills. His Gurukul Chess Academy has never failed to provide its students with the best practice and tournament preparation. At most care is taken by the academy staff to make the students relish the game of chess, irrespective of their age. Special Thanks to Hrishikesh sir for all his efforts, guidance and support because of which my daughter even achieved her International FIDE Rating.
K. Arumuga Perumal Father of Daphne Arumuga(International FIDE Rated Chess player and a wonderful Chess trainer)
Hrishikesh Sir has motivated my Daughter at every point wherever she has faced confidence issues
Hrishikesh Sir has motivated my Daughter at every point wherever she has faced confidence issues. Her game has improved and not to forget her skills namely Decision Making and Crisis Management. Hrishikesh sir has always advised her not to quit in any situation. With this it is very clear that Sir not only teaches Chess at the academy but also does he teach life lessons and skills. My Daughter has learnt to teach and delicately handle Young Soft Minds and introduce them to the beauty of Chess under sir’s guidance. She teaches with perfection and passion and all of its Credit goes to Coach Hrishikesh Chavan. Sir has always appreciated individuals who were passionate about Chess and taught the skills from Square one. Gurukul Chess Academy treats every student equal and respects their own opinions.
Minal and Himanshu Vora Parents of Dhwani Vora (International FIDE Rated Chess player and an exceptional Chess trainer)
“CHESS IS MORE THAN LIFE”
My name is Om Gada. I am happy being one of the students of Gurukul Chess Academy (GCA). It has helped me to create affection with chess. After joining the class, I was always ready to play chess. Also GCA has helped me to improve my chess. But ultimately the credit goes to Hrishikesh Sir. He has helped me in improving my chess. I would give them the credit of my achievements. Their guidance has helped a lot. My aim in life is to become a GRANDMASTER. Hrishikesh Sir has always helped me in my games and how to improve in the same. Because of their guidance for me "CHESS IS MORE THAN LIFE".
Om Gada International FIDE Rated Chess player
Rajas has been growing as a chess player under the watchful eyes of Hrishikesh Sir at Gurukul Chess Academy
Rajas has been growing as a chess player under the watchful eyes of Hrishikesh Sir at Gurukul Chess Academy. He does not want to miss a single class which speaks volumes of the attachment and interest he has developed. Well aware of their strengths and weaknesses, Hrishikesh Sir encourages his students to develop their own game deploying tips and tricks discussed in the classes. He makes sure the students participate in chess tournaments at the right level be it local tournaments, district level, and state level or team tournaments. Keep up the good work, TEAM GURUKUL CHESS ACADEMY!
Mangirish Wagle Father of Rajas Wagle (International FIDE Rated Chess player)
We are always indebt of GCA and Hrishikesh Sir for carving the best of out our Son
Initially, our Son Master Dakshil Kajrolkar started played in school tournaments and won. We realized his passion and dedication for the game and thereafter met Hrishikesh Chavan Sir at Gurukul Chess Academy and thereafter under the guidance of GCA (Gurukul Chess Academy) his training commenced. At GCA Hrishikesh Sir personally watched his performance and game, Thereafter his game improved a Lot and in the past year he has 8 medals and 12 trophies to his credit. We are always indebt of GCA and Hrishikesh Sir for carving the best of out our Son.
Sadanand Kajrolkar Father of Dakshil Kajrolkar (brilliant Chess Player)
Hrishikesh sir has managed to instill the love for chess for my daughter Ruchita
Gurukul Chess Academy team, led by Hrishikesh sir has managed to instill the love for chess for my daughter Ruchita. Sir, along with the game tactics, gave her valuable lessons in focus, patience and concentration. Kudos to the entire team for doing such a wonderful job! It’s amazing to see how all of them, the students and the teachers lose a track of time when they are on the board! The right way to check and mate!
Madhavi Wagle Mother of Ruchita Wagle (promising Chess Player)
Shriram has become a confident and well informed player in his 4 years at Gurukul
Shriram has become a confident and well informed player in his 4 years at Gurukul. We also value that Hrishikesh Sir is a very good role model for Shriram. He is ever smiling and patient. At the same time very serious, demands utmost discipline and decent behaviour from students. We have gained much beyond chess expertise by enrolling Shriram in Gurukul'.
Vani Kulhalli Mother of Shriram Kulhalli (promising young Chess player)
I am glad that I chose Gurukul Chess Academy for my son
My son Arjun Singh was just four years old when he joined Gurukul Chess Academy. I wasn’t sure if he would be able to learn chess, but he started liking the game in a short time. With the help of Coach Hrishikesh Chavan and his team, he quickly grasped the concepts. Soon he started participating in tournaments. Though he is the youngest in his age group, he has started winning prizes already. Every credit goes to Hrishikesh Sir and his team. I am glad that I chose Gurukul Chess Academy for my son.
B. S. Bangar Father of Arjun Singh (uprising Chess Player)
Gurukul Chess Academy has very dedicated and hardworking Trainers
Gurukul Chess Academy has very dedicated and hardworking Trainers. The academy has excellent and child friendly coaching for players of all level. Worksheets which are given to students also help to learn new techniques. My son enjoys learning chess at Gurukul Chess Academy. Thank you, Hrishikesh Sir, for your guidance.
Savita Parab Mother of Vedant Parab (promising young chess player)
Hrishikesh sir always used to help Om in his difficulties of chess
My son Om started going to Gurukul Chess Academy (GCA) when he was in 8th std, and in few sessions with rooks and knights, he started loving chess and won many trophies and medals. This was all possible because of hard work and teaching skills of Hrishikesh sir. Hrishikesh sir always used to help Om in his difficulties of chess. His guidance has made Om serious in chess.
Usha Gada Mother of Om Gada (International FIDE Rated Chess player)
I would recommend this Academy to anybody who wants to learn chess in a fun way and excel in the game
My son used to play chess since his childhood, but he did not have any professional training. I enrolled him in Gurukul chess academy when he was 14 years old. He started playing many chess tournaments under the guidance of Hrishikesh Chavan sir. He also started winning many tournaments within a few months of training. Today he also has an international rating in classical and rapid chess and the credit goes to Hrishikesh Chavan sir for this. Sir always supports his students not only during victories but also during their losses. He motivates them and boosts their morale. He also analyzes their games and makes sure that they do not repeat the same mistakes ever again. My son’s performance has increased drastically since I enrolled him in Gurukul Chess academy. I would recommend this Academy to anybody who wants to learn chess in a fun way and excel in the game.
Pradnya Phene Mother of Yatiraj Phene (International FIDE Rated Chess player)
Great chess coaching by Hrishikesh sir
Great chess coaching by Hrishikesh sir. I have seen my daughter Khushnaz Dadrewalla growing from a novice to a rated chess player. Hrishikesh sir has been a coach, a friend, a mentor and a motivator and is really very good at keeping his students entertained. I wish that my daughter's college professors were as motivating and interesting as Hrishikesh sir and then she could have shone in her college field and gathered as many cups and medals that she has in various chess tournaments. He encouraged her to coach his students, participate in national and inter college tournaments. He also encouraged her to design logos, T-shirts and business cards and software for the institute. This way he helped her develop skills and in getting a sense of managing an institute on her own. He has contributed to her overall growth like a true father does. I wish his "Gurukul Chess Academy" all the best.
Nevil Dadrewalla Father of Khushnaz Dadrewalla (International FIDE Rated Chess player and an amazing Chess trainer)
We enrolled our son in Gurukul Chess academy and experienced positive changes
Our Son is a very active child. He is always full of energy and curious about everything. It was difficult for him to sit in a place and remain involved in one thing for a longer duration. We were looking for something which will hold him for long and keep him interested. We enrolled him in Gurukul Chess academy and experienced positive changes. He really loved the chess and the environment created by Hrishikesh Chavan Sir in the class room. Hrishikesh sir took interest in every student and encouraged them to play in tournament. He guided and mentored them well. He kept the class alive with keen attention and occasional pranks to keep children involved, Yash learned many things and also won many medals. He made many good friends at the class. He will not move from a place for hours when he is playing chess. Later our daughter Sai also joined the class and enjoying the training. We thank Hrishikesh Sir for his guidance and wish good luck to Gurukul chess academy. We also thank Sir, madam, who assists in the classes.
Gurukul chess academy is one of the best chess institutes
Gurukul chess academy is one of the best chess institutes for both beginners and advanced players. Our daughter has been learning chess from Gurukul since more than a year now. Our initial intention for enrolling her to chess class was to help her build patience and focus. She was only 5 years and had not even seen a chessboard before getting enrolled here. Hrishikesh sir and the coaching staff here helped her right from basic understanding of chess to building her confidence and encouraging her all the time. At right time, sir even recommended and guided to choose correct tournaments for her to participate in. Learning and mastering this game is of course a journey for our daughter which would continue; but we can clearly see improvement not only in her patience and focus but also her chess understanding. She has participated in many tournaments and has been awarded for her performance. Another very important aspect is the punctuality and consistency with which the training sessions are conducted all around the year. The academy is really sincere not only about chess and coaching but also about encouraging everyone to spread the reach of this beautiful game. At the same time Hrishikesh sir ensures that kids learn at their own pace and he helps maintain balance so that kids are not overburdened and continue to take interest in their own game. Hrishikesh sir and the coaching staff are really outstanding in what they do and how they do it. Our daughter is just one example of how good the academy is and there are a lot other much greater examples. We would like to thank Hrishikesh sir and the coaching staff for all their efforts and guidance they have provided to our daughter and wish them all the best to continue doing better and better.
Pravin Patil Father of Aadya Patil (rising Chess player)
Gurukul chess academy is the best academy for your child of all age groups
Gurukul chess academy is the best academy for your child of all age groups. Hrishikesh sir is an awesome chess coach. My daughter Khushnaz who was doing her first year degree college, had joined his classes 2 years back and has won many prizes, medals, trophies and certificates and also has won the Best Sportswoman award in her college. Although she started learning chess as a beginner late in life, she was able to quickly learn under Hrishikesh sir's guidance and has shown a lot of improvement. From the time she has started playing chess her concentration, memory, focus, planning and foresight has improved which helps in her studies and her college grades too have improved. Hrishikesh sir is a very encouraging, patient, jovial, knowledgeable, highly experienced and also an excellent chess player. He has molded his students to be modest, humble and extremely down to earth yet at the same time be great achievers and give a tough fight to their competitors to get good ratings and win accolades. We are truly thankful to Hrishikesh Sir and his dedicated and hardworking coaching staff.
Zenobia Dadrewalla Mother of Khushnaz Dadrewalla(International FIDE Rated Chess player and an amazing Chess trainer)
The coaches are very cooperative and excellent teachers
It has been two years we are with gurukul Chess academy. The overall experience is wonderful. The coaches are very cooperative and excellent teachers. I have seen a drastic change in nature of my child as he has learnt to accept challenges. They support the kid and train them according to chess tournaments.
Alpa Savla Mother of Ridham Savla (talented young chess player)
Best Coach and Academy
"Gurukul Chess Academy, under the leadership of Mr. Hrishikesh Chavan, has been a game-changer for me. The personalized attention and expert guidance provided by Coach Mr. Hrishikesh Chavan have helped me progress remarkably in chess. The academy's supportive environment fosters not just chess skills but also critical thinking and sportsmanship. I highly recommend Gurukul Chess Academy and Mr. Hrishikesh Chavan to any aspiring chess player seeking top-notch coaching and a nurturing learning environment."
Aditi Yadav Chess coach and Player