India's most trusted chess academy
built in Ajmer, taught to the world.
Founded by FIDE-rated coach Shiva Meena, Arena of Chess is a results-driven academy that helps children develop sharper minds, stronger focus and real tournament wins — through a structured, science-backed curriculum trusted by parents across India.
Official Chess Partner
Trusted by Mayo College, Ajmer — one of India's most prestigious institutions.
FIDE-Grade Curriculum
A structured, level-based curriculum modelled on FIDE training standards.
Pan-India Online Reach
Live online classes serving 60+ cities across India and the Indian diaspora.
To make World-Class Chess Education
a birthright - not a privilege.
We believe every child — whether in Ajmer, Mumbai or overseas — deserves access to FIDE-grade coaching, personalised feedback, and a clear path from their first move to their first trophy.
Shiva Meena
Professional Chess Coach
Chess has the power to transform the way a person thinks. Through structured coaching, disciplined practice, and the right guidance, every student can build confidence, improve decision-making, and reach their true potential.
Shiva Meena is the Founder and Head Coach of Arena of Chess, dedicated to helping students build strong fundamentals and develop a lifelong love for the game. His coaching approach combines structured learning, practical game analysis, and personalized improvement plans tailored to every student's playing level.
With more than 5 years of coaching experience, he has trained beginners, intermediate players, and tournament aspirants through both online and offline sessions. His teaching philosophy focuses on consistent progress, critical thinking, and developing confidence over the chessboard.
- Opening Preparation
- Tactical Training
- Endgame Techniques
- Positional Understanding
- Game Analysis
- Tournament Preparation
- Personalized Training Plans
- Calculation & Decision Making
Yash Meena
AFM Title Holder · Professional Chess Instructor
Every student learns differently. My goal is to make chess enjoyable, structured, and practical so players gain confidence with every lesson.
Yash Meena is a professional chess coach with more than five years of coaching experience across online and offline platforms. As the Co-Founder of Arena of Chess, he focuses on creating engaging learning experiences that help students build strong fundamentals and tournament confidence.
His teaching combines interactive lessons, personalized training plans, and continuous progress tracking, enabling students of all ages to improve consistently while enjoying the game.
Beginner Development · Tournament Preparation · Tactical Training · Interactive Lessons · Student Motivation · Personalised Coaching · Game Analysis
Why Chess Builds Smarter,
Calmer, More Confident
Children.
Decades of peer-reviewed research show that structured chess training measurably improves cognitive ability, concentration and emotional regulation in children.
Cognitive Ability
A landmark Venezuelan study of 4,000 children found chess instruction produced a statistically significant rise in IQ scores within 4.5 months.
Sustained Attention
Children who train chess weekly show measurably longer attention spans and better classroom focus.
Math & Logic
Multiple school-based studies link chess training with significant improvement in mathematical reasoning and problem-solving.
Emotional Regulation
Learning to think before moving teaches patience, resilience and how to handle wins and losses with grace.
Trained by Real Players. Taught by Real Teachers.
Every coach at Arena of Chess is hand-picked for two things — competitive playing strength and the patience to teach children the right way.
Pradhyuman S. Pancholi
Head Of Operations
Abhishek Senger
Head Of Marketing
Geetanshu Singh Rajawat
Head Of Trainers
Shubham Rohilla
Head – Student Performance Management
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
See the difference in 45 minutes.
Book a 100% free trial class with our team. We’ll assess your child’s
level, share an honest plan, and let the coaching speak for itself.