Curriculum for New Students

 

Curriculum for New Students

Welcome to Jharkhand Chess Gurukul (JCG) — where chess is taught with discipline, clarity, and a champion’s mindset. Our curriculum is carefully designed to take a student from absolute beginner to competitive tournament player, step by step.

Whether you are a school student, a parent looking for structured training, or a passionate learner starting late — this curriculum gives you a clear learning path.

🎯 Our Training Philosophy

At JCG, chess is not just about moves — it’s about thinking, discipline, confidence, and decision‑making.

We focus on:

  • Strong fundamentals before advanced ideas

  • Over‑the‑board (OTB) practical training

  • Age‑appropriate and level‑wise progress

  • Regular assessments and feedback

  • Tournament preparation from an early stage

🧠 Curriculum Structure

Our curriculum is divided into 4 clear levels. Students are placed based on skill level, not age.

♟️ Level 1: Foundation Program (Beginner)

Ideal for: New learners / School beginners

What Students Learn

  • Chessboard, pieces & movement

  • Rules: check, checkmate, stalemate, draw

  • Basic opening principles

  • Piece values & simple tactics

  • Introduction to notation

  • Basic endgames (King & Pawn)

Skills Developed

  • Board vision

  • Rule clarity

  • Confidence to play full games

📌 Outcome: Student can play a complete legal game confidently

♟️ Level 2: Development Program (Intermediate)

Ideal for: Students who know rules & basic play

What Students Learn

  • Tactical motifs: fork, pin, skewer, discovered attack

  • Opening ideas (not memorization)

  • Middlegame planning

  • Common checkmating patterns

  • Endgames: opposition, basic rook endings

  • Game analysis basics

Skills Developed

  • Tactical awareness

  • Structured thinking

  • Reduced blunders

📌 Outcome: Student starts winning games consistently at school & local level

♟️ Level 3: Competitive Program (Advanced)

Ideal for: Tournament players

What Students Learn

  • Advanced tactics & combinations

  • Positional concepts: weak squares, outposts, pawn structure

  • Opening repertoires (White & Black)

  • Calculation techniques

  • Practical endgames (rook, minor pieces)

  • Time management & psychology

Skills Developed

  • Deep calculation

  • Strategic understanding

  • Competitive mindset

📌 Outcome: Student becomes a serious tournament competitor

♟️ Level 4: Elite Performance Program

Ideal for: State / National level aspirants

What Students Learn

  • Advanced opening preparation

  • Deep positional play

  • Complex endgames

  • Game preparation against opponents

  • Tournament planning & recovery

  • Mental strength & consistency

Skills Developed

  • Professional approach

  • Long‑term improvement mindset

  • Championship-level preparation

📌 Outcome: Student competes confidently at State & National events

🏆 Tournament & Practical Training

All levels include:

  • Regular practice games

  • OTB training sessions

  • Internal tournaments

  • Game analysis with coach

  • Guidance for FIDE & school tournaments

📊 Assessment & Progress Tracking

  • Level‑wise evaluations

  • Performance feedback

  • Promotion to next level based on skill

  • Parent‑student progress discussion (where applicable)

👨‍🏫 Coaching Methodology

  • Small batch training

  • Personal attention

  • Concept + practice based learning

  • Doubt‑clearing sessions

  • Discipline & chess ethics

🎓 Who Can Join?

  • School students (Age 5+)

  • Beginners & advanced players

  • Passionate learners

  • Competitive tournament aspirants

No prior tournament experience required.

📍 Start Your Chess Journey With Us

At Jharkhand Chess Gurukul, we don’t just teach chess — we build thinkers, fighters, and champions.

👉 Join us and experience structured, serious chess training in Jharkhand.

For admission details, batch timings, and trial classes — contact us today.

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