Brilliant kid of the month from Thailand – February 2026 – Vihaan Kapoor
Brilliant kid of the month from Thailand – February 2026 – Vihaan Kapoor February 24, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback – As a parent, it’s been a joy to watch my child discover a love for chess. With every game, I see growing confidence, patience, and focus. Seeing that excitement and steady improvement makes me incredibly proud. Coach Feedback: Vihaan came to the class with previous knowledge of chess and is a sure juggler. He keeps hopping around activities, but pays full attention to the details in class. His learning curve extends beyond the class hours. He practices the skill with dedication and moves up the ladder. His growth curve has been exceptional over time. He brings a fierce and competitive energy to the class, serving as the captain to drive the team’s momentum. Beyond the board, he stands, curious about the newer opportunities and is never afraid to take up newer challenges. Have Any Questions ? Phone +91 9667984102 Email brilliancechess.online@gmail.com April 27, 2025 Blog | Uncategorized Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR… Learn more
Brilliant kid of the month from Thailand – February 2026 – Aaron Stephen
Brilliant kid of the month from Thailand – February 2026 – Aaron Stephen February 24, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback – Hi, Thank you so much for the wonderful news! We are truly delighted to hear that Aaron has been chosen as the Brilliant Kid this time. Over the past few months, we have seen a remarkable improvement in his focus, patience, and strategic thinking. He genuinely looks forward to his chess classes and speaks very positively about his sessions. What makes us especially happy is that he is eager to teach us at home and explain the moves and strategies he learns — which shows how engaged and confident he feels. We truly appreciate the structured approach and encouragement given to him. Thank you and your team for nurturing his interest and making the learning experience enjoyable for him. Regards, Shobana Stephen Coach Feedback: Aaron has shown fantastic progress in his chess development over the past weeks. His focus during lessons and willingness to ssolve puzzles demonstrate real maturity at the board. He’s becoming more confident in spotting tactics and thinking a few moves ahead, which is great to see. I’m especially impressed by how he stays patient in complex positions and looks for the best move instead of rushing. Have Any Questions ? Phone +91 9667984102 Email brilliancechess.online@gmail.com April 27, 2025 Blog | Uncategorized Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR… Learn more
Brilliant kid of the month from Qatar – February 2026 – Wayne Abraham Francis
Brilliant kid of the month from Qatar – February 2026 – Wayne Abraham Francis February 24, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback – Wayne is a 11-year-old boy living in Doha. He has shown remarkable dedication and enthusiasm toward learning and improving his chess skills. Since joining the chess class in November 2025 with his coach Shashank, he has demonstrated genuine interest, focus, and determination. From the very beginning, he has been eager to understand strategies, learn new moves, and challenge himself during practice sessions. His consistent effort and positive attitude make him a sincere and hardworking student. He naturally enjoys games that stimulate critical thinking and problem-solving. He can patiently sit for long periods solving puzzles, which has greatly strengthened his analytical and strategic skills. In his free time, he actively plays chess online and in Duolingo to sharpen his game and learn from different opponents. His passion for chess, discipline, and eagerness to grow make him a champion. Coach Feedback: Wayne has been showing a great fighting spirit in his games. He keeps trying his best to win and never gives up easily, which is a fantastic quality in chess. He also genuinely enjoys playing and learning, and that enthusiasm shows in class. I truly appreciate his energy, determination, and positive attitude. Keep it up, Wayne — you’re doing great. Keep practicing! Have Any Questions ? Phone +91 9667984102 Email brilliancechess.online@gmail.com April 27, 2025 Blog | Uncategorized Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR… Learn more
Brilliant kid of the month from Qatar – February 2026 – Tessa Rachel Varghese
Brilliant kid of the month from Qatar – February 2026 – Tessa Rachel Varghese February 24, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback – Residing in Qatar, 10-year-old Tessa began her formal coaching of chess in November.Her progress has been nothing short of remarkable. In just a few months, Tessa has shown a significant boost in her grasping power.Her ability to concentrate has increased. With the steady mentorship of Coach Shashank, Tessa is transforming into a thoughtful and competitive player. We are thrilled to celebrate her achievements in Brilliance Chess Academy.. Coach Feedback: Tessa is improving steadily and showing great dedication in class. She maintains a very positive attitude and never gets discouraged, even in challenging positions. Her attendance has been consistent, and she puts in sincere effort during lessons. I truly appreciate her enthusiasm and determination to keep learning. With this mindset, she will continue to grow stronger. Keep it up, Tessa! 🌟 Have Any Questions ? Phone +91 9667984102 Email brilliancechess.online@gmail.com April 27, 2025 Blog | Uncategorized Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR… Learn more
Brilliant kid of the month from Kuwait – February 2026 – Ujjwala Ashok kumar Patur
Brilliant kid of the month from Kuwait – February 2026 – Ujjwala Ashok kumar Patur February 24, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback – Ujjwala is an 11-year-old girl currently living in Kuwait. She developed an interest in chess in July 2025. To further nurture her passion, she began taking lessons with her coach, Kaushal, in December 2025. Since then, she has learned various tactics and strategic moves that have strengthened her overall gameplay. Over time, she has shown noticeable improvement in her critical thinking skills, especially in challenging situations. She also takes the initiative to watch YouTube videos to enhance her understanding and improve her strategies during matches. Coach Feedback: Ujwala is a sincere and dedicated chess student who shows great enthusiasm during training sessions. She understands tactical patterns quickly and is steadily improving her calculation ability. Her focus and willingness to learn new strategies are commendable. With consistent practice and tournament exposure, she has strong potential to achieve excellent results in competitive chess. Have Any Questions ? Phone +91 9667984102 Email brilliancechess.online@gmail.com April 27, 2025 Blog | Uncategorized Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR… Learn more
Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – February 2026 – VIRAJ SINGH CHEEMA
Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – February 2026 – VIRAJ SINGH CHEEMA February 24, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback – Viraj is an 8-year-old boy who lives in Abu Dhabi, UAE. He developed his passion for chess at the young age of 4 and has been playing regularly with his family members since then. After joining Brilliance Chess Academy, his understanding of strategies and tactical ideas has improved significantly. He has started winning games against his family members, which has boosted his confidence. Viraj also takes initiative by watching chess videos online to further enhance his skills and deepen his knowledge of the game. Coach Feedback: Viraj is a very enthusiastic and intelligent young learner. He shows strong curiosity and a genuine love for chess. During classes, he remains attentive and actively participates in discussions. His tactical awareness is improving steadily, and he is developing better calculation skills for his age. He is disciplined, eager to learn new concepts, and always ready to solve challenging positions. With continued practice and guidance, Viraj has great potential to perform well in tournaments and achieve higher levels in chess. Have Any Questions ? Phone +91 9667984102 Email brilliancechess.online@gmail.com April 27, 2025 Blog | Uncategorized Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR… Learn more
Brilliant kid of the month from Qatar – February 2026 – Danica Carneiro
Brilliant kid of the month from Qatar – February 2026 – Danica Carneiro February 24, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback – Danica has truly enjoyed being part of the chess class. From the beginning, she has been excited to attend each session and challenge herself. It has been wonderful to see her concentration, patience and strategic thinking grow with each lesson. Chess has not only strengthened her problem solving skills but has boosted her confidence. She is keen on improving her game and often spends her free hours practicing and reviewing her moves to correct her mistakes. We are very grateful to the academy for creating such a supportive and inspiring environment where she can learn and thrive. She genuinely enjoys learning new moves and continues to challenge herself with every game. Coach Feedback: Danica is an incredibly intelligent and fun-loving student and brings wonderful energy to every class. She learns quickly and approaches new concepts with curiosity. She is punctual, attentive, and shows a positive attitude in every class. Her enthusiasm and discipline make her a very good student I’m excited to see her continue to grow and shine. Have Any Questions ? Phone +91 9667984102 Email brilliancechess.online@gmail.com April 27, 2025 Blog | Uncategorized Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR… Learn more
Brilliant kid of the month from India – February 2026 – Nandini singh
Brilliant kid of the month from India – February 2026 – Nandini singh February 24, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback – Nandini is a sincere, disciplined, and hardworking child who shows equal dedication to both academics and sports. She is passionate about learning new skills and always puts in her best effort in everything she does. Along with chess, she enjoys painting and has developed her artistic abilities through self-learning and regular practice. Nandini is focused, determined, and aspires to serve the nation in the future by preparing for the Civil Services. We are happy to see her growing with the right guidance and support from the academy. Coach Feedback: Nandini is a dedicated and talented chess student with a strong understanding of the game’s fundamentals. She shows excellent focus during classes and applies concepts quickly in practical positions. Her decision-making is improving steadily, especially in tactical situations. With continued practice, she has the potential to achieve very strong results in competitive play. Have Any Questions ? Phone +91 9667984102 Email brilliancechess.online@gmail.com April 27, 2025 Blog | Uncategorized Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR… Learn more
Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – February 2026 – Chenuka Wimalarathne
Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – February 2026 – Chenuka Wimalarathne February 24, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback – Chenuka Wimalarathne is a 12-year-old living in Dubai, UAE. He has been playing chess since he was young, alongside his dad and sister. Over the years, Chenuka developed a strong interest in the game and wanted to enhance his skills with the help of an experienced coach. Recently, he began his journey at Brilliance Academy and is enjoying his lessons with Coach Om. As a quick learner, Chenuka has shown significant improvement in grasping new strategies, enhancing his critical thinking, and focusing on the game more effectively than before. As a parent, I am eagerly awaiting to see his continued progress at Brilliance Academy. Coach Feedback: Chenuka brings great energy and seriousness to every session. He has a natural understanding of the game and adapts quickly to new ideas and advanced concepts. What I appreciate most is his willingness to think deeply and improve his decision making rather than rushing moves. I’m very pleased with his development so far and look forward to seeing him reach new milestones in his chess journey. ♟️ Have Any Questions ? Phone +91 9667984102 Email brilliancechess.online@gmail.com April 27, 2025 Blog | Uncategorized Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR… Learn more
Brilliant kid of the month from Qatar – February 2026 – Cyril Varghese
Brilliant kid of the month from Qatar – February 2026 – Cyril Varghese February 24, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback – Meet Cyril Varghese, a 12-year-old living in Qatar, originally from Kerala, India. Cyril developed an interest in chess through friendly games with family and friends, and soon discovered how exciting and challenging the game can be. He enjoys learning new strategies, solving tricky puzzles, and sharpening his skills with every match he plays. One of Cyril’s favorite parts of his chess journey is attending coaching sessions, where he learns advanced techniques and gains confidence with each lesson. He is eager to continue improving and looks forward to participating in tournaments and competing with other young chess enthusiasts! Coach Feedback: Cyril is a dedicated and enthusiastic young chess player with a strong eagerness to learn. He actively participates in coaching sessions, applies feedback sincerely, and continues to improve his tactical awareness and confidence with every class. With his positive attitude and consistent effort, Cyril has great potential to excel in upcoming tournaments. ♟️ Have Any Questions ? Phone +91 9667984102 Email brilliancechess.online@gmail.com April 27, 2025 Blog | Uncategorized Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR Brilliant kid of the month from UAE -April 2025- AADRIKA PRASHANTH SHETTIGAR… Learn more