Experienced Coaching
Learn from a coach with decades of competitive chess experience.
Anantha Chess Academy · Bengaluru
Learn Chess. Think Better. Play Stronger.
Personalised Chess Coaching by an Experienced FIDE-Rated Coach in Bengaluru
Learn chess through structured coaching, practical game analysis and tournament-focused training — available both online and offline.
About the Coach
Meet Your Coach
Namboothiri K N
- FIDE ID
- 5079470
- Current FIDE Rating
- 1771
With decades of competitive chess experience, Namboothiri K N brings a practical, tournament-oriented approach to chess coaching. His journey includes state-level championships, national-level competitions, All India Civil Service Chess Championships and FIDE-rated tournaments.
Coaching philosophy
- Strong fundamentals
- Tactical thinking
- Strategic understanding
- Game analysis
- Practical decision-making
- Tournament preparation
- Building confidence through structured practice
Why choose us
Why Anantha Chess Academy
Strong Fundamentals
Build a solid understanding of chess principles from the ground up.
Practical Chess
Develop calculation, tactics, positional understanding and decision-making.
Personalised Learning
Training can be adapted to the student's level and goals.
Tournament Preparation
Develop practical skills for competitive chess.
Online & Offline
Choose online learning or face-to-face coaching in Bengaluru.
Programmes
Chess Classes
Structured coaching for players at different stages of their chess journey.
Beginners
- Chess rules
- Piece movement
- Opening principles
- Basic tactics
- Checkmate patterns
- Fundamental strategy
Intermediate Players
- Tactical calculation
- Positional understanding
- Opening preparation
- Endgame fundamentals
- Game analysis
Tournament-Focused Training
- Tournament preparation
- Game analysis
- Calculation techniques
- Opening repertoire
- Practical decision-making
- Post-game analysis
Online Chess Classes
Learn from anywhere through personalised online coaching.
- Interactive sessions
- Game analysis
- Structured training
- Flexible learning environment
Offline Chess Classes
Face-to-face coaching in Bengaluru.
No.12, SRR Colony,B Narayanapura,
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560016
Achievements
Recent Tournament Achievements
1st Place — Veteran Category
All India FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament
March 2026
1st Place — Veteran Category
All India FIDE Rated Tournament conducted by Chess Fusion
11 July 2026
Competitive Chess Journey
- 1987 4th Place — Kerala State Players Chess Championship
- 1990 Former Delhi State Youth Champion
- 1991 Participated in Salem National Under-25
- 1995 5th Place — Karnataka State Championship
- 1995–2024 Represented Regional Sports Board, Bangalore in All India Civil Service Chess Championships
- 1997 6th Place — Karnataka State Championship
- Delhi GM Open Prize Winner — Under-2000 Elo Category
Ready to Make Your Next Move?
Whether you're learning chess for the first time or preparing for competitive play, start your chess journey with structured coaching.
Enquiry
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