Superior Chess Academy is a live online chess coaching academy based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Semi-private coaching sits between group classes and one-to-one coaching: a very small live group, coached by FIDE-rated coaches, with more coach attention per student than a group class.
How semi-private coaching works
- Very small groups: a maximum of 3 to 4 students in each group.
- Fixed timetable: classes run on the same days and times each week.
- 8 sessions a month: semi-private classes run 8 sessions every month.
- 50–60 minute lessons: each lesson lasts 50 to 60 minutes.
- Live online on ChessLang: lessons take place live on the ChessLang platform — there is no travel, and students join from home.
- Ages 5 and above: children, teenagers and adults all learn in semi-private classes.
How it differs from group classes
Group classes have a maximum of 8 to 10 students; semi-private classes have a maximum of 3 to 4. Both run on a fixed timetable with 8 sessions a month and 50–60 minute lessons. The smaller semi-private group means each student gets more coach attention during the lesson — more of the coach's time on their own games and questions.
How it differs from one-to-one coaching
One-to-one coaching is a single student with the coach, and the lesson time is flexible. Semi-private coaching is shared with two or three other students, and it runs on a fixed timetable. Students who want more individual attention than a group class, while still learning with a few others, usually choose semi-private.
Who semi-private coaching suits
Semi-private coaching suits students who want more individual attention than a group class, but still like learning with a few others. It also suits families who want their child to learn alongside a sibling or a friend in the same small group.
If a student misses a class
If a student misses a semi-private class, they can join a live makeup class in another batch. Message us on WhatsApp at +91 84015 33777 and we will arrange it.
How to start
Start with a free trial class. Message us on WhatsApp at +91 84015 33777 and tell us the student's age, country and current level, and we will suggest a suitable group and time. If you want to compare formats first, read about one-to-one coaching or chess classes for kids.
Frequently asked questions
How many students are in a semi-private class?
A maximum of 3 to 4 students. The group is small enough that the coach can follow each student's games closely and answer questions during the lesson.
What is the difference between semi-private and group classes?
Semi-private classes have a maximum of 3 to 4 students, while group classes have a maximum of 8 to 10. Both run on a fixed timetable with 8 sessions a month and 50–60 minute lessons. Semi-private gives each student more coach attention during the lesson.
What if a student misses a semi-private class?
If a student misses a semi-private class, they can join a live makeup class in another batch. Message us on WhatsApp at +91 84015 33777 and we will arrange it.
Last updated: 8 November 2026
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