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Naren Nandakumar
FIDE 1933 · DWZ 2002
A Karnataka State Under-15 Champion, international-rated player and quantitative market analyst. Naren combines competitive insight with structured, empathetic coaching for young players across countries.
About Young Grandmasters Chess Academy
Great chess begins with a child who loves the game.
We combine serious chess knowledge with patient, empathetic coaching—helping every student think independently and grow with confidence.
Book a Free AssessmentOur purpose
Chess as a way of thinking—and a way of life
YGCA was created to give children more than a syllabus. We want students to enjoy chess, follow inspiring players, explore memorable games and develop patience, courage and independent judgement.
Every learning path is tailored to the student’s age, strengths, gaps and ambitions. Fundamentals come first, but lessons stay interactive through games, puzzles, stories and practical challenges.
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Personalised coaching rather than rigid, one-size-fits-all batches.
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Maximum four students in every group class.
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Empathetic mentors who understand how differently children learn.
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Long-term development from first moves to rated competition.
Meet the coaches
Competitive players. Accomplished professionals. Thoughtful teachers.
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Likhit Chilukuri
FIDE 2210 · Former Karnataka State Champion
A highly accomplished competitive player whose deep chess understanding helps ambitious students strengthen calculation, decision-making and tournament preparation.
A growing international community
From Bengaluru classrooms to families around the world
3Bengaluru Centres
5+Countries Reached
150+Children Taught
4Maximum Group Size
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