Online chess coaching
Let’s work on your chess together.
I offer one-to-one online chess lessons for juniors and adults. We look at your games, discuss your thinking, and work on the areas you need help with.
₹4,500 / $50 per hour · Zoom · English, Hindi, Marathi
At a glance
Private coaching with an International Master.
- Format
- One-to-one lessons on Zoom
- Languages
- English, Hindi, Marathi
- Students
- Juniors and adults, from beginners to tournament players
- Fees
- ₹4,500 / $50 per hourBooked directly, or packages on Fiverr
- Availability
- Limited private coaching availability
How I can help
There are many ways to study chess, and it can be hard to know where to start. I help you work out what to focus on and how to practise it.
We start by looking at your recent games together. You talk me through your thinking, and we look at what went well, where you got stuck, and why certain mistakes keep happening.
From there, we make a training plan. You might need help with openings, finding a plan, calculating variations, or endgames. We also work on using your time well and staying calm during a game. You leave each lesson knowing what to practise next.
The process
How we work together
01
We look at your games
Bring a few recent games, online or from tournaments. We go through them together, and you explain what you were thinking.
02
We find what keeps repeating
We look for mistakes that come up in more than one game. This helps us decide what to work on first.
03
We work out why it happens
Did you miss a move, misjudge the position, or run out of time? Talking through the game helps us understand what happened.
04
We build a training plan
We choose exercises and positions based on what you need, whether that is calculation, openings, middlegames or endgames.
05
You practise between lessons
You get homework after each lesson. Working on it between sessions gives you time to practise what we covered.
06
We review and adjust
We check your homework and new games in the next session. We see what is improving and what still needs attention.
My training approach
Understanding your mistakes
Checking the best move is useful. We also spend time on why you chose your move and what you could think about differently.
Engine analysis
23. Bxf6? −1.4
Mistake. Best was 23. Nd5.
An engine helps you check your moves and find better options. But you may still be unsure why you missed a move or how to spot it next time.
What we discuss in a lesson
- Did you see Nd5 and reject it, or never consider it?
- What were you trying to do with the bishop move?
- Have you had trouble with this idea in other games?
We talk through your decisions and practise similar positions, so you know what to look for in your own games.
Who it's for
Sound familiar?
- Tournament players
- Club players
- Online players
- Juniors and their parents
- Adults learning chess
- Players working towards a rating goal
Students so far have ranged from 7 to 49 years old.
- “I keep making the same mistakes.”
- “My rating has stopped moving.”
- “I don't know what to study.”
- “I want to cross 1500. Or 1800, or 2000.”
- “I play better online than in tournaments.”
- “I need a plan for my daily chess study.”
- “I check my games with an engine but still have questions.”
- “I have a tournament coming up and want to be properly prepared.”
What we cover
What we can work on
- Game analysis
- Recurring weaknesses
- Calculation
- Decision-making
- Opening repertoire
- Positional understanding
- Endgames
- Tournament preparation
- Time management
- Thinking process
- Training structure
- Long-term planning
Format
How lessons work
Lessons happen online over Zoom. We go through your games and positions together on a shared screen, and you get homework after every lesson. Lessons are in English, Hindi or Marathi, and you can join from anywhere.
- One-to-one lessons on Zoom, built around your own games
- Training games, booked through Fiverr ↗
Fees
- Lesson booked directly
- ₹4,500 / $50 per hour
- Lessons and training games on Fiverr
- Packages on Fiverr ↗
The direct price is the rate on my Lichess coach profile. Ask me about longer-term training.
Excellent first lesson! IM SUYOG sir analyzed my current skill level quickly and pointed out immediate areas for improvement. They explain chess concepts like analysis in a simple, easy-to-understand way. I am looking forward to our next class! God bless you
Your progress
Can I promise a rating increase?
I can't promise a particular rating or a deadline. Progress takes practice and regular games. I can help you understand your mistakes, decide what to study, and review how you are getting on.
Prefer to study on your own?
Start with Breakthrough 2000
Breakthrough 2000 is my course for players aiming at 2000 on FIDE, Chess.com or Lichess. You work through it at your own pace, and I keep adding new material.
Questions
Frequently asked
Who is Suyog Wagh?
I'm Suyog Wagh, an International Master and online chess coach from Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. I won the Commonwealth Under-20 gold medal in 2018 and represented India at the World Junior Championship in 2014 and 2019.
Is Suyog Wagh an International Master?
Yes, I received the International Master title from FIDE in 2025. I scored five IM norms between 2022 and 2025 and crossed 2400 on the August 2025 rating list. My FIDE ID is 25071688.
Does Suyog Wagh offer online chess coaching?
Yes. I teach one-to-one chess lessons on Zoom in English, Hindi or Marathi. You can message me here or book a lesson on Fiverr.
Where is Suyog Wagh based?
I am from Ahmednagar (officially Ahilyanagar) in Maharashtra, India, and teach online, so you can join from anywhere.
How does Suyog Wagh teach chess?
We start with your recent games. You explain your thinking, and we discuss what went well and where you got stuck. We then decide what to practise, with homework after every lesson.
Can students outside India take lessons with Suyog Wagh?
Yes. Lessons are online over Zoom, so students can join from anywhere. I am based in India (IST (UTC+5:30)). We agree on a lesson time that suits us both.
Are chess lessons available in Hindi or Marathi?
Yes, I teach in English, Hindi and Marathi. Choose whichever you are most comfortable with.
What level of players do you coach?
Juniors and adults, from beginners to experienced tournament players. Students so far have ranged from 7 to 49 years old.
How much do lessons with Suyog Wagh cost?
Lessons booked directly cost ₹4,500 / $50 per hour. Lessons and training games can also be booked through my Fiverr packages.
Does Suyog Wagh have a chess course?
Yes. My course is called Breakthrough 2000. It is for players working towards a 2000 rating on FIDE, Chess.com or Lichess, and is available on Gumroad.
Can you guarantee a rating increase?
No, I can't promise a particular rating or a deadline. I can help you understand your mistakes and plan your study. Your progress also depends on regular practice and games.
Where can I see Suyog Wagh's games and ratings?
My official ratings are on my FIDE profile (ID 25071688). My online games are on Lichess as suyu28 and on Chess.com as imsuyogwaghyt, and my tournament games are in the Chess.com, ChessBase and Chessgames.com databases.
Where can I see reviews of your coaching?
On Fiverr, where I have a 5.0 rating across 96 Fiverr reviews. A selection is on the Reviews page of this site, quoted word for word.
How do I book a first lesson?
Send me a message through the Contact page with your rating and what you want help with. I'll reply by email. You can also book and pay for a lesson directly on Fiverr.
How do I contact Suyog Wagh?
Use the enquiry form on this site, email me, or message me on Fiverr, Lichess or Instagram (@suyogchess).
Coaching
Want to take lessons?
Send me a message with your rating and what you want help with. I'll reply by email. You can also book a lesson on Fiverr.
The form takes about a minute. On Fiverr you can book and pay for a session straight away. Limited private coaching availability.