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Once Upon a Time Chess Academy
FIDE-rated tournament organizing and Chess in Schools programmes.
Beginner to Advanced
FIDE Tournaments
Chess in Schools
Rated Coaching
Overview
A hub for competitive chess and school programmes. Linked to Dr. Manju Adiniru’s distinction as a FIDE-rated international tournament organizer and the first woman in Kerala to conduct an international FIDE-rated tournament.
Services
Coaching
Pathways from beginner through advanced for young players.
School programmes
Chess in Schools initiatives that introduce the game in classrooms.
Tournament hosting
Rated events, including FIDE-rated tournaments organised in Kerala.
Competitive pathways
Training that prepares students for school, state, and rated play.
Achievements
Dozens of school and state-level tournaments; Chess in Schools promotion.
FAQs
- Is coaching available for beginners?
- Yes. Pathways run from beginner through advanced, including school programmes and competitive training.
- Do you host FIDE-rated events?
- Yes. The academy organises rated tournaments and Chess in Schools initiatives across Kerala.
- How can my child join?
- Use Join academy on this page, or view upcoming events to register for tournaments.