An 11-year-old student in Oregon
1217 to 1629 USCF. Improved by 412 USCF rating points in seven months.
Online lessons with IM Adarsh Tripathi
Elite Chess Coach for Juniors
Personalised, one-to-one online chess coaching for ambitious junior players, with clear guidance for parents after every class.
From first tournaments to serious competition. Adult improvers are welcome too.
60-minute private lesson on Zoom. No package commitment.
5,000+
teaching hours
500+
students taught
20+
State and National champions coached
7+
years full-time coaching
Teaching and publishing with
Coaching that keeps parents informed
After every class, you know how it went.
I send a personal WhatsApp update after each lesson: what we worked on, how your child responded, their progress, and any notes or homework for the next session.
Parents also have a complimentary 15-minute call each month to discuss progress and next steps.
- A clear account of each lesson, not just a rating
- Practice and homework matched to the student
- Ongoing insight into strengths and areas to develop
Student feedback
Personal coaching. Lasting relationships.
“I am in awe of the lessons I learned from just one session. Adarsh doesn't just teach chess; he helps you understand its philosophy and how it reflects in life.”
“Adarsh's attitude and love for chess make him an amazing coach. He is serious about his students' improvement, sometimes even more than the students themselves!”
For serious students
A clear starting point. A plan built around the student.
Your first lesson is a full, interactive class. We explore the student's level and goals, work through chess together, and identify useful next steps. Club players, tournament juniors and adult improvers all receive individual attention.
Interactive lessons built around the student
Zoom lessons with Lichess analysis board
Post-lesson WhatsApp summaries and homework
Tournament support and long-term study plans
Coaching credentials
Full-time coaching, serious student results.
I am a full-time chess professional from India, dedicated to teaching students worldwide. My work spans private coaching, academy teaching, Chessable courses, TheChessWorld lectures, tournament preparation, and long-term training plans.
Chessable author and TheChessWorld course creator, including World Class: Ding Liren on Chessable.
Students have achieved national and international milestones, with references available privately where appropriate.
2025-26, including summer 2026
Recent student achievements
My students have progressed from first tournaments to national and international competition. These results reflect their work and give you a sense of the players I coach.
Championship results
- Students represented their countries at the World Cadets Chess Championship.
- A student tied for first place in their age group at the US Junior Open.
- 7+ medals at the US SuperNationals.
- 12+ medals at the State Championships across the US.
- U16 Girls champion at the African Youth Chess Championship 2026.
- A 9-year-old UK student won silver in their age group at the British Championship.
Individual progress, juniors and adults
A student in Delaware
1747 to 1882 USCF. Improved between the June and July rating lists and represented their state at the US Closed Invitational for their age group.
A 12-year-old student in the UK
1915 peak ECF rating. Reached a peak ECF rating of 1915, up from 1830 in the July rating list.
A student in Rajasthan
1529 to 1643 FIDE. Gained 114 FIDE rating points in one tournament after one month of working together.
This student was already significantly underrated. Our work focused mainly on fine-tuning a few recurring issues. This is not representative of the typical pace of improvement.
An adult improver's first USCF tournament
An adult student rated around 1900 on Chess.com made the transition to their first over-the-board USCF tournament, won with 6.5/7 and received a USCF rating above 1400.
Chess.com and USCF are different rating systems; these figures describe the student's online and over-the-board experience, not a rating conversion.
These are individual student results, not promises of a particular rating gain or tournament outcome. Progress varies with the student's starting point, practice and circumstances. Student names are kept private.
More about my coaching experience and approachWhat we work on
Every lesson is tailored to the student's needs.
There is no one-size-fits-all method to learning chess. I adapt the curriculum to the student's age, strengths, weaknesses, schedule, tournament goals, and attention span.
Opening Guidance
Built around your style, helping you with choices that suit you.
Middlegame Clarity
Develop your understanding through real-time exercises and explanations.
Endgame Confidence
Prioritize learning only what you'll actually use, conceptually and practically.
Tournament Preparation
Get mindset tools, opponent prep, and post-game reviews.
Custom Study Plans
Whether you have 30 or 300 minutes, I'll structure it smart.
Homework + Feedback
Clear assignments and reflections for your next step.
For adult improvers
Serious about chess. Realistic about your schedule.
Analyse your games, understand recurring mistakes, and build a practical study routine around the time you have. Lessons are tailored to your goals, whether you play online, at a club, or in tournaments.
“His preparation and ability to explain complex ideas make the game both enjoyable and instructive. I've seen noticeable improvement in all aspects of my play.”
“Every lesson is tailored to my needs. He improves your chess and also helps you analyze your thinking process while playing. Truly exceptional!”
From the chess improvement blog
Opening preparation
Openings 101: How to Learn Chess OpeningsTactics and calculation
How to Solve Chess Puzzles and Train CalculationChess thinking
How to Stop Blundering in Chess: A Simple Thinking Method
Ready to train?
Try your first lesson for just $5.
Use the first lesson to see how the coaching style fits: interactive questions, a real assessment, and a clear next step for improvement.