Meet our team !
Team spotlight
Nandakumar T.V
Founder and Head Coach
Over 5 years of coaching experience,
Having coached over 400 Students.
Mindcraftchess Academy Coordinators
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Susan Jacob
Coordinator
Sashikant Waghmare
Coordinator
Varsha Kale
Coordinator
Meet Our Coaches ,
Our coaches at Mindcraft Chess Academy are experienced FIDE-rated players who bring real tournament knowledge and strong teaching skills to every session.
Our coaching team consists of trained, experienced, and verified FIDE-rated players who specialize in teaching chess to children from beginner level . They use a concept-based approach—teaching principles, strategies, and practical ideas in simple steps. With regular feedback and game analysis, our coaches ensure every student shows real, measurable improvement.
Anju Ratan Bogati
Meet Our Coach — A Passionate Chess Trainer (Rating: 1609)
Our academy is guided by a dedicated female chess coach with a strong playing background and a proven track record of helping young learners grow in skill and confidence. With a 1609 chess rating, she brings deep understanding of strategies, openings, and endgames — all explained in a simple, child-friendly way.
Manju Ratan Bogati
Meet Our Coach (Rating: 1513)
Our Mindcraft Chess Academy proudly features a passionate and dedicated 1513-rated chess coach who brings both strong playing skills and warm, student-friendly teaching methods. Her rating reflects solid understanding of chess fundamentals, tactics, openings, and strategy — all of which she teaches with clarity and patience.
Nandini Kumari Ganeshchandra Jha
Meet Our Coach (Rating: 1508)
Our 1508-rated chess coach brings passion, dedication, and strong foundational knowledge to every class. With a solid understanding of tactics, openings, middle-game planning, and endgame basics, she helps students build the skills they need to grow steadily in chess.
Rajnish Sanjay Ram
A Coach Who Builds Strong Foundations
Our 1470-rated coach is known for her deep understanding of beginner and early-intermediate chess development. She specializes in helping new learners take their first confident steps into the game. Her strength lies in identifying exactly where a student is struggling and guiding them with simple, practical explanations.
Rubi Pramod Singh
A Coach Who Inspires Confidence in Every Beginner
Our 1449-rated female coach is known for her warm, encouraging teaching style that helps even the most hesitant beginners feel comfortable on the chessboard. She focuses on making learning enjoyable while building strong habits from the very first lesson.
Amit Raju Chauhan
A Coach Who Connects With Students Through Simplicity & Clarity
Our 1418-rated male coach brings a friendly, easy-to-understand teaching style that makes chess accessible for beginners. He focuses on helping students build confidence, understand the basics deeply, and enjoy the learning process from day one.
Sachin Bakelal Yadav
About the Coach — Professional Chess Trainer (Non-Rated)
A Dedicated Professional With Strong Coaching Expertise
Although not officially rated, this coach brings solid practical experience and deep understanding of the game. With years spent training beginners and school-level students, the coach has developed a professional teaching style that focuses on discipline, clarity, and consistent improvement.
Raj Rakesh Sharma
A Coach Who Brings Experience, Patience & Practical Understanding
This coach has spent years working closely with young chess learners, helping them develop confidence, structure, and clarity in their game. Even without an official rating, the coach’s strength lies in practical teaching experience and a deep understanding of how children learn best.
Gulshan Kumar mahendra Ram
A Coach Who Brings Experience, Patience & Practical Understanding
This coach has spent years working closely with young chess learners, helping them develop confidence, structure, and clarity in their game. Even without an official rating, the coach’s strength lies in practical teaching experience and a deep understanding of host.