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VV Chess Academy • Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru

Where Chess Is Learned, Played and Understood.

A dedicated chess academy in Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru, founded and mentored by active tournament players. We offer structured training for children and serious learners—combining progressive lessons, practical over-the-board play, game analysis, and competitive tournament preparation.

1,200 sq. ft. dedicated chess space
Coached by active tournament players
Structured batches by playing level
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Co-Founders Vasuki G. Krishna and Vinayak Kulkarni at VV Chess Academy
Co-Founders & Head Coaches
Vasuki G. Krishna & Vinayak Kulkarni
Nagarbhavi Campus
The Physical Space

A 1,200 Sq. Ft. Facility Built Exclusively for Chess

VV Chess Academy operates from a dedicated 1,200 sq. ft. campus in Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru. Built without the noise or distractions of a multi-activity centre, the entire space is designed for concentrated chess study and authentic over-the-board play.

Students train on standard tournament chess boards with digital clocks, receive direct instruction on demonstration boards, and have access to quiet rooms for game analysis immediately following their sparring sessions.

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1,200 sq. ft. wide training floor at VV Chess Academy in Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru

Tournament Equipment

Standard chess boards and official digital clocks for genuine match experience.

Demonstration Zones

Interactive group lessons with demonstration boards for positional studies.

Game Analysis Rooms

Quiet breakout spaces where coaches review played games move by move.

Level-Based Batches

Students train alongside peers of comparable ability to ensure healthy competition.

Our Methodology

How We Teach Chess

Chess improvement does not come from memorizing moves. It comes from regular play, understanding why decisions succeed or fail, and learning from mistakes.

01

TRAIN

Structured Learning

Lessons follow a clear, progressive syllabus. Students learn board vision, tactical themes, opening principles, pawn structures, and practical endgames step by step.

02

PLAY

Practical Games

Students regularly play over-the-board games under tournament conditions with clocks and notation sheets to develop focus and clock management.

03

ANALYSE

Honest Review

Instead of relying blindly on computer engine numbers, coaches review games with students to understand why a move was played and where better choices existed.

04

IMPROVE

Stronger Habits

Recurring mistakes—such as rushing under time pressure or missing tactical motifs—are targeted with specific exercises to build sound, instinctive habits.

Comprehensive Syllabus

What Students Learn

A balanced curriculum covering all three phases of the game—from opening principles to endgame conversion.

Fundamentals & Board Vision

Board geometry, piece values, coordinate notation, checkmate patterns, and basic king safety rules for beginners.

Tactical Patterns & Combinations

Forks, pins, skewers, discovered attacks, double attacks, deflections, and building clear calculation vision.

Opening Principles & Systems

Center control, rapid piece development, king safety, and understanding the ideas behind major classical openings.

Middlegame & Positional Play

Formulating plans, improving worst-placed pieces, pawn structure evaluation, open files, and candidate move selection.

Endgame Technique

King and pawn endings, fundamental rook endings, opposition, pawn promotion, and converting advantages patiently.

Practical Play & Tournament Prep

Clock awareness, notation recording, post-game analysis, psychological poise, and preparation for official events.

Founder-Led Academy

Meet the Founders & Head Coaches

Two different chess journeys. One academy. One shared commitment to serious chess education.

Vasuki G. Krishna - Co-Founder and Head Coach at VV Chess Academy
Co-Founder & Head Coach

Vasuki G. Krishna

Co-Founder & Head Coach
  • Competitive chess since 1993
  • 30+ years of tournament experience
  • Peak FIDE rating: 1656

Active on the tournament circuit for over three decades across state, national, and international events, Vasuki has contested hundreds of rated classical and rapid games. Having experienced every phase of a player's development, he understands the mental bottlenecks, tactical oversights, and clock pressure developing players face.

Coaching Focus Positional fundamentals, decision quality under clock pressure, resilience after defeats, and junior player mentoring.
Vinayak Kulkarni - Co-Founder and Head Coach at VV Chess Academy
Co-Founder & Head Coach

Vinayak Kulkarni

Co-Founder & Head Coach
  • Former National U-14 Champion
  • National U-17 Runner-Up & State Champion
  • 2016 Czech Open Winner • Peak FIDE: 2268

A decorated competitive player and engineering graduate from UVCE Bengaluru, Vinayak represents high-level competitive excellence. His record includes National U-14 Champion, National U-17 Runner-Up, multiple State titles, and international success including winning the Czech Open (Pardubice Below-2200) in 2016.

Coaching Focus Concrete calculation, tactical sharpness, opening preparation, and guiding advanced students toward serious competitive chess.

"Vasuki and Vinayak lead the academy together, combining decades of practical tournament experience to guide students from their first moves to competitive tournament play."

Transparent Pricing

Training Programs & Fees

Clear, structured options for weekly group sessions, individual master classes, and intensive weekend camps.

Monthly Enrollment

Group Sessions

Foundation, Intermediate & Advanced Batches

₹3,000 / month
2 classes per week • Paid monthly in advance
  • 2 scheduled classes each week
  • Small, graded batches by playing strength
  • Structured progressive curriculum
  • Practical sparring with digital clocks
  • In-person (Nagarbhavi) & online options
Best Value • 6-Month Plan

Group Sessions (Saver)

For Consistent, Structured Improvement

₹2,500 / month
₹15,000 upfront for full 6 months (Saves ₹3,000)
  • Full 6-month progressive syllabus path
  • 2 scheduled classes each week
  • Regular progress reviews with parents
  • Ongoing game analysis and sparring
  • Free initial 15-min skill assessment
Weekend Intensives

Weekend Chess Camps

Full-Day Immersive Saturday & Sunday Training

₹1,500 / day
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM (With lunch break)
  • Intensive thematic masterclasses
  • Rapid & classical sparring simulations
  • Immediate coach-led game reviews
  • Calculation and endgame practice
  • Open to students preparing for tournaments

1-on-1 Master Classes

Focused individual coaching with our head coaches for tailored opening preparation, deep game analysis, and competitive tournament readiness.

Vasuki G. Krishna: ₹1,200 / hr
Vinayak Kulkarni: ₹1,500 / hr

Free Skill Assessment

Before joining, every new student receives a free 15-minute assessment with a coach to evaluate board vision, calculation, and ensure placement in the right batch.

Practical Competition

Learning Through Tournament Play

At VV Chess Academy, we believe playing in tournaments is an essential part of chess growth. Practical competition teaches focus under pressure, time management with clocks, and the emotional discipline needed to handle both wins and losses.

We conduct regular in-house tournaments with prizes and skill-graded divisions. This gives students an encouraging, structured environment to test their skills before stepping into state and national FIDE-rated tournaments.

  • Regular in-house competitions with skill brackets
  • Practical play with official digital clocks & notation sheets
  • Guidance on preparing for external state & national events

In-House Tournaments

Conducted 1–2 times monthly at our Nagarbhavi campus. Students are grouped strictly by playing strength into separate divisions so that every match is balanced and competitive.

Trophies and prizes for division winners
Formal time controls with notation recording
Post-tournament game review with coaches
Inquire Next Tournament Date
Operating Hours

Weekly Training Schedule

Monday through Saturday sessions from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with weekend camps on Saturdays and Sundays.

Weekly Schedule at Nagarbhavi Campus
Monday – Saturday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Sunday: Camps & Events
Mon
4:00 - 8:00 PM
Tue
4:00 - 8:00 PM
Wed
4:00 - 8:00 PM
Thu
4:00 - 8:00 PM
Fri
4:00 - 8:00 PM
Sat
4:00 - 8:00 PM
(Camps 10-3:30)
Sun
Weekend Camps & Tournaments

Foundation Batch

Beginners & Young Learners
4:00 PM – 5:15 PM

Focuses on board notation, piece rules, basic tactics, king safety, and early checkmate patterns.

Tactics & Intermediate

Developing Players
5:15 PM – 6:30 PM

Focuses on tactical calculations, combination patterns, opening principles, and practical endgames.

Advanced & Competitive

Tournament Aspirants
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Focuses on opening preparation, middlegame strategy, deep calculation, and tournament game analysis.

Beyond the Classroom

The BLR64 Chess Ecosystem

VV Chess Academy Private Limited is the physical academy and parent organization. Under the BLR64 umbrella, we are developing a growing chess ecosystem to support student learning and engagement outside the physical classroom.

Academy Portal

blr64.com

The primary academy website for admissions, program details, batch schedules, syllabus updates, and parent communications.

  • Academy admissions & registrations
  • Schedule & program announcements
  • Skill assessment bookings
Learning & Tournaments

blr64.in

A tournament and learning platform featuring youth tournament tracking (State, National, Asian, and World), opening trees, tactical puzzles, and study tools.

  • Youth tournament discovery & tracking
  • Interactive opening trees & repertoires
  • Tactical exercises & position trainers
Articles & Analysis

blr64.online

Editorial and analytical content featuring game annotations, master game reviews, tactical recaps, and articles on chess understanding.

  • Detailed game deconstructions
  • Instructional articles on key concepts
  • Tournament recaps & analysis
Extending Chess Learning: These platforms sit under VV Chess Academy to provide students with continuous study tools between physical sessions. Additional learning tools will continue to be added as the ecosystem grows.

Ready to Take Your Chess Further?

Start with a free 15-minute skill assessment at our Nagarbhavi academy or online. A coach will evaluate the player's current level and recommend the right learning path.

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About VVCA

About VV Chess Academy

A dedicated chess academy founded on structured learning, practical play, and honest game analysis.

"Chess is more than learning how the pieces move.
It teaches a player to observe, calculate, make decisions, deal with uncertainty and learn from mistakes.
VV Chess Academy was created to provide a structured environment where students can develop those skills through coaching, practical play, analysis and tournament experience."

V V CHESS ACADEMY PRIVATE LIMITED (VVCA) was founded by competitive chess players Vasuki G. Krishna and Vinayak Kulkarni. Having spent decades on the competitive circuit, they recognized the need for a dedicated, structured chess academy in Bengaluru where children and aspiring players receive genuine coaching rather than passive instruction.

We operate from our own 1,200 sq. ft. dedicated campus in Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru. Unlike multi-activity centers where chess is offered as a casual side hobby, our academy is built exclusively for chess. Students train with tournament-standard boards and clocks, participate in regular sparring sessions, and learn to review their games thoughtfully under the direct supervision of experienced coaches.

Why VV Chess Academy

We treat chess with the respect of a serious intellectual discipline. We focus on building genuine board awareness, calculation ability, and resilience rather than encouraging rote memorization of moves.

Our Teaching Philosophy

Every lesson links concept to practice. Students study ideas on the board, test them in practical sparring, analyse the critical moments with coaches, and gradually build sound competitive habits.

The BLR64 Ecosystem

Under VVCA, our BLR64 digital platforms extend learning outside the physical classroom—giving students access to tournament discovery, opening tools, tactical exercises, and annotated games.

Academy Location

Campus Address:
#1540, 2nd Floor, Annapoorneshwari Nagar, Srigandhakaval D Group Employees Layout, Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru – 560091
Training Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Weekend Camps (10:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
Direct Academy Contact:
+91 9180191355 / +91 9180201355
Official Email:
vvchessacademy64@gmail.com

Registered Entity Information

Company Name:
V V CHESS ACADEMY PRIVATE LIMITED
Corporate Identification Number (CIN):
U93110KA2026PTC226233
Digital Ecosystem:
blr64.com • blr64.in • blr64.online

Academy Guidelines & Policies

Clear terms to ensure a disciplined, productive training environment for all students.

Attendance

  • Small fixed batches with assigned batch slots
  • Advance notice (24 hours) requested for absences
  • Up to 1–2 makeup classes arranged per term subject to batch availability

Fees & Payments

  • Fees are payable in advance at the start of each month or term
  • Fees once paid are non-refundable
  • Continuous enrollment reserves the student's assigned slot

Environment & Discipline

  • Students are expected to maintain respect toward peers and coaches
  • Punctual attendance ensures full session value
  • A quiet, distraction-free environment is maintained across all rooms
Governed by the laws of Karnataka, India. Continued enrollment constitutes acceptance of academy guidelines.