Chess 2022 Report At Chess Gaja By GrandMaster Priyadharshan Kannappan

Hello Readers, As we step into 2023, I wanted to share the Chess 2022 report @ Chess Gaja and look at how we have grown from strength to strength in terms of student performances, rating gains, program offerings, and what’s in store for us in 2023! Performances I want to highlight some fantastic performances of […]
Top 5 Chess Classes in Hong Kong That Makes You Better At Chess

Are you looking to improve your chess skills and take your game to the next level? Look no further! In this blog post, we will be highlighting the top 5 chess classes in Hong Kong that are sure to help you become a stronger chess player. Whether you’re a local resident or an expat seeking […]
10 Best Places In North Carolina That Will Make You Better at Chess

Welcome to our blog post on the 10 best places in North Carolina for chess enthusiasts! Whether you are a seasoned player or just starting out, North Carolina has plenty of options for you to hone your skills and improve your game. From local chess clubs and tournaments to dedicated chess centers and even a […]
Check Out USCF Ranking Of Chess Gaja Students

Last month, we wrote about how our US students were ranked in the US Chess Top lists for their respective age categories, and we wanted to continue reporting on those stats for December 2022! In the U-7 and under the category, we have 2 students. One of them, Gurugrahan, is ranked 33rd. In the U-8 category, we […]
Great Performances from Chess Gaja Students in Dallas Winter Open

Texas Chess Center conducted Dallas Winter Open 2022 on Dec 17, 2022, in Carrollton, Texas. Chess Gaja students Neil, Lohit, Saathvik, Arush, and Arjun participated in this tournament under the open section. Neil scored 2.5 points out of 4 in the tournament. One of the highlights of his performance was a draw against the higher-rated […]
Great Performances by Chess Gaja Students in SDCC Scholastic California

The San Diego Chess Club hosted the SDCC Scholastic Winter Quads II on December 11, 2022, in San Diego, California. Priyansh, a student at Chess Gaja, participated in the Elite section of the tournament and won with a score of 3 out of 3 points. This impressive performance earned Priyansh a 38-point increase in his […]
Great Performances by Chess Gaja Students in Texas Swiss Tournament

64 squares hosted the SWISS- G60 DAY tournament on December 10, 2022, in Frisco, Texas. Chess Gaja students Suraj and Saj Ajay participated in this tournament under the G60-Champs. Suraj finished as the runner-up in the tournament, scoring 3 out of 4 points. He won against higher-rated players Sai (1545) and Namish (1343), which earned […]
Chess Gaja Student’s Great Performances at National K-12 Grade Championship

The US Chess Federation held the National K-12 Grade Championships from December 9 to 12, 2022, in National Harbor, Maryland. Several Chess Gaja students participated in this prestigious annual national tournament, with 2500 participants from 42 states in the United States, which is a record for this event. In the 3rd grade section, we had […]
Priyansh Crosses 2100 Rating Mark with his Great Performance

Chess player Priyansh, a student at Chess Gaja academy, recently participated in the Gambito – 996 tournament conducted by San Diego Chess Club held in San Diego, California. Priyansh faced tough competition from players like Noah(2188) and Roger(2011) but ultimately secured a perfect score and the top place in the tournament. This impressive feat has […]
Adithya’s Impressive Victory against a 2200-rated player

On December 2-4, 2022, the Maryland Chess Association held its 3rd Annual Old Line Open in Rockville, Maryland. Chess Gaja student Adithya participated in the championship section of the tournament and scored 3 out of 5 points. One of Adithya’s standout performances was his victory against a 2200-rated player, Oladapo. This win helped him to […]