Private chess coaching · Online or in person
Private chess lessons, shaped around each student.
Our coaches study how each student thinks, identify the patterns holding them back, and shape every lesson around where they are now—whether they prefer a comfortable pace or are preparing seriously for competition.
A trusted coaching team
Experienced guidance, matched to the student in front of us.
What focused coaching adds
Make every game more useful.
Playing more games can build experience. Focused coaching helps each player understand what their games are teaching them and what to work on next.
See the pattern
Review real games to spot recurring blind spots, strengths and gaps—not just the latest mistake.
Tune the challenge
Adjust pace, difficulty and explanation style so the work is challenging without becoming overwhelming.
Leave with a next move
Turn feedback into a clear, manageable practice focus between lessons instead of a long generic checklist.
Prepare with purpose
When competition matters, connect weekly training to the positions, routines and decisions tournament play demands.
A thoughtful mix
Group classes and private lessons do different jobs.
You do not have to choose one as “better.” Choose the support that fits right now.
Group classes
Learn with a chess community.
- Shared, structured curriculum
- Regular games with peers
- Discussion, variety and social confidence
- A steady class rhythm
Private lessons
Go deeper on the individual.
- Personal game diagnosis and feedback
- Custom pace, difficulty and scheduling
- Specific goals and practice priorities
- Tournament preparation when relevant
Some students thrive with one format. Many benefit from combining the community of group play with occasional individual depth.
Is now the right time?
Signs private lessons may be the right fit.
Individual coaching is most useful when it addresses a specific learning need.
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They want more individual attention or feel more comfortable learning at their own pace.
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The same mistakes keep returning, foundations feel uneven, or progress has begun to plateau.
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A fixed class schedule does not fit, but the family wants learning to remain consistent.
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They are drawn to competition and need detailed game review, preparation and a training rhythm.
For younger beginners Enjoyment, curiosity and readiness to follow short instructions come first. Competition can wait.
Two tracks, one tailored starting point
Choose the track that fits each student’s goals.
The assessment helps us recommend a starting track. It is a direction, not a permanent label.
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Flexible · Comfortable · Tailored
Normal Track
Learn at a pace that feels right.
For beginners, recreational players, club students who need extra support, or families who need more flexibility than a fixed class can offer.
The lesson may focus on
- Building sound foundations and filling learning gaps
- Explaining ideas in a way that fits the student
- Growing confidence and independent thinking
- Keeping follow-up practice useful and manageable
The commitment: steady participation, with no fixed competition or universal practice requirement.
See Normal Track packages
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Purposeful competition preparation
Competitive Track
Train with competition in mind.
For students who already compete—or genuinely intend to—and want their games, goals and tournament calendar to guide the work.
The training may focus on
- Reviewing recent games and recurring decision patterns
- Calculation, strategy, openings and endgames
- Time management and tournament-day routines
- Post-event review and the next training priority
The commitment: a coach-agreed practice plan, lesson preparation, sportsmanship, perseverance and family support.
See Competitive Track packages2026 lesson packages
Clear options, once the track is clear.
Every listed package contains one-hour lessons. We first use the assessment to recommend the right track and coach fit, then help you choose a package.
Flexible · Comfortable · Tailored
Normal Track
Choose the number of lessons and setting that best fit the student’s needs and family routine.-
At Chess Grande Home available 1 hour each
4 sessions
SGD320
SGD 80.00 / lesson
Use within 50 days
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At Chess Grande Home available 1 hour each
8 sessions
SGD600
SGD 75.00 / lesson
Use within 100 days
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Online 1 hour each
4 sessions
SGD220
SGD 55.00 / lesson
Use within 50 days
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Online 1 hour each
8 sessions
SGD420
SGD 52.50 / lesson
Use within 100 days
Purposeful competition preparation
Competitive Track
A more focused training rhythm for students who intend to excel in competition.
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At Chess Grande 1 hour each
8 sessions
SGD880
SGD 110.00 / lesson
Use within 100 days
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Online 1 hour each
8 sessions
SGD640
SGD 80.00 / lesson
Use within 100 days
Optional add-ons
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Normal Track only
Home coaching
For lessons held at your home, subject to coach and travel availability.
+SGD 40 per lesson
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Normal Track only
Additional student
For a sibling or friend joining the same tailored lesson.
+SGD 10 per student, per lesson
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Both tracks
Extra 30 minutes
Extend a listed one-hour lesson when more time is useful.
+SGD 30 per Normal Track lesson
+SGD 50 per Competitive Track student
Not sure which option fits?
Start with the assessment. We will recommend the track and coach before you book.
How it works
A plan before the first lesson.
Four deliberate decisions turn an assessment into a programme that keeps pace with the player.
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Assess and listen
A senior coach reviews the student’s chess and discusses their learning needs, schedule and goals.
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Recommend a track
We suggest Normal or Competitive Track, plus an online or in-person format and a schedule that fits.
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Match the coach
Each student is matched according to current level, goals, learning needs and availability.
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Review and adjust
Lessons and practice priorities evolve with progress. The track can change when the student’s goals do.
Good to know before booking
Clear expectations make lessons easier.
These practical details protect a consistent learning rhythm and help coaches reserve their time fairly.
Validity and transfers
Validity begins when Chess Grande confirms the coaching arrangement. Eight-session packages then last 100 days and four-session packages last 50 days. Unused lessons are non-refundable but may be transferred within the validity period with prior approval.
Scheduling
Packages use a fixed weekly slot by default. Please give at least 24 hours’ notice to reschedule. Requests made 2–24 hours beforehand are subject to approval; cancellations under two hours forfeit the lesson.
Payment
Full payment is due before the first lesson. Packages become non-refundable once lessons commence.
Home and online lessons
Home lessons require a distraction-free space and the travel add-on. Online lessons require a stable connection; student-side technical issues do not receive replacement time.
Materials and safety
Lesson materials remain Chess Grande intellectual property and may not be redistributed. Recording requires coach consent. Guardians remain responsible for drop-off and collection of in-person students under 12.
Questions parents ask
Before you book.
Still unsure? The assessment is designed to help you decide—not to pressure you into a track.
Ask us on WhatsAppWhich track is the right fit?
The Normal Track suits students who want flexible, comfortable and tailored learning. The Competitive Track is for students who compete, or genuinely intend to compete, and are ready for a shared training plan. The assessment helps us recommend a starting point without relying on age or rating alone.
Is tournament experience required?
Not necessarily. They should have a clear interest in competition and be ready to practise between lessons. A coach will assess their current chess, motivation and goals before recommending the track.
Are private lessons better than group classes?
They do different jobs. Group classes offer shared curriculum, peer games and community. Private lessons add individual diagnosis, a flexible pace and detailed review of the student’s own games. Some students use one format, while many benefit from a thoughtful mix.
What age can a student start private chess lessons?
Chess Grande welcomes students from age four. For very young students, readiness, enjoyment and the ability to follow short instructions matter more than competition goals. We keep the first steps age-appropriate.
Are lessons available online and in person?
Yes. Both tracks can be taught online or in person. We will recommend a format based on the student’s learning style, goals and schedule.
How long is each lesson?
Private lessons are one hour. An optional 30-minute extension is available when the student and coach would benefit from more time.
What is expected between lessons?
Normal Track follow-up is kept manageable and tailored. Competitive Track students agree on a regular practice routine with their coach, arrive prepared, and review tournament games when applicable. The routine is individual rather than a universal daily time requirement.
Can a student switch tracks later?
Yes. A student may move into more focused competition preparation or return to a more flexible pace as their goals change. The coach will review the fit with the family.
The next move
Leave with a clear next step.
We will assess the student’s current chess, understand their learning needs and practical constraints, and recommend the track, format and coaching focus that make sense now.