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Meet Our Expert Coaches
At SMCA, Whether you're a beginner or aiming for international titles, our chess coaches are here to guide you every step of the way.
FM Balaji Guttula
Founder
FIDE Master with a peak rating of 2320 and over 28 years of professional coaching experience. He has led Team India at international tournaments and guided numerous students to victories at State, National, and International levels.
FIDE Master Balaji Guttula
Founder
Pawan BNB
ELITE Coach
A professional chess trainer with a peak FIDE rating of 2068 and 10 years of experience. Known for his friendly approach, he customizes opening repertoires and has guided students to medal wins at State, National, and International levels.
Pawan BNB
ELITE Coach
Veeresh Tammireddy
ELITE Coach
Seasoned chess trainer with over 11 years of experience. Renowned for his ability to connect with young learners, he excels at building strong foundations, teaching opening principles, tactics, and advanced endgame strategies. One of SMCA’s elite coaches.
Veeresh Tammireddy
ELITE Coach
Suraj Prabhu
ELITE Coach
Dedicated chess coach with 12 years of experience and a peak FIDE rating of 1390. Known for his skill in training young beginners, he excels at teaching foundational concepts, tactical patterns, and endgame techniques.
Suraj Prabhu
ELITE Coach
Suryanarayana Yarroju
ELITE Coach
Dedicated chess coach with 12 years of experience and a peak FIDE rating of 1390. Known for his skill in training young beginners, he excels at teaching foundational concepts, tactical patterns, and endgame techniques.
Suryanarayana Yarroju
ELITE Coach
Avinash Bhavana
ELITE Coach
Chess trainer with 6 years of experience, known for inspiring young learners through storytelling and concept-based teaching. He understands child psychology and connects deeply with beginners in their early chess journey.
Avinash Bhavana
ELITE Coach
Venkatesh Kumar
ELITE Coach
Dedicated chess coach with 10 years of experience at SMCA. He is known for his effective and inspiring coaching style, mentoring students across all levels. His tournament exposure and commitment to excellence make him a respected figure in both in-person and online chess coaching.
Venkatesh Kumar
ELITE Coach
Srikanth Sarma Malladi
Professional Coach
Professional chess trainer with 15 years of experience and a peak FIDE rating of 2096. He specializes in coaching young aspirants, with a strong focus on openings, tactical play, and endgame mastery.
Srikanth Sarma Malladi
Professional Coach
Nikhil Bhute
Professional Coach
Licensed FIDE Developmental Instructor (2024–2027) with a classical rating of 1611. With 3 years of coaching experience, he specializes in evaluating student performance, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and creating personalized training plans.
Nikhil Bhute
Professional Coach
Rajesh R. Vhatwar
Professional Coach
Committed chess coach with a FIDE rating of 1858 and 10 years of experience. He excels at teaching beginners and intermediate-level students by combining strong technical knowledge with a deep understanding of child psychology. He is one of SMCA’s most dedicated coaches.
Rajesh R. Vhatwar
Professional Coach
Subhash Neela
Professional Coach
Dedicated chess coach with 10 years of experience, known for effectively training beginners and intermediate players. Combines strong technical skills with a good understanding of child psychology. A valued member of the SMCA coaching team.
Subhash Neela
Professional Coach
Kumar
Professional Coach
Passionate chess coach who creates a fun, engaging, and supportive environment for young children. Known for making classes enjoyable while helping kids build a strong foundation in the game. A valued part of the SMCA coaching team.
Kumar
Professional Coach
Why Choose Us
20 Years Of Experience in Chess Coaching
For nearly three decades, SMCA has been a trusted name in chess education, nurturing talent and creating champions. Our approach combines expert coaching, personalized learning, and a passion for the game, helping students of all levels thrive.
The beauty of chess lies in its endless possibilities. At SMCA, we don’t just teach the game, we nurture minds that are ready to conquer the world, one move at a time.