Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – August 2026 – Nihal Sanjul Vinod
Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – August 2026 – Nihal Sanjul Vinod August 25, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback: Our son Nihal, started playing chess at the age of 8. What makes his journey even more special is that he learned the basics by himself by watching YouTube videos. We noticed his genuine interest and enthusiasm, and as parents we wanted to support his passion. As his love for the game grew, we enrolled him at Brilliance chess Academy, where he received excellent coaching. Under the dedicated guidance of Coach Sarbojit, Nihal has shown remarkable improvement in his game. We are incredibly proud of his excellent performance at the CBSE Chess Cluster UAE 2026. This achievement reflects his hard work, dedication, and the invaluable support of his coach and academy. We look forward to many more milestones ahead. ♟️🏆 Coach Feedback: Nihal is a very joyful kid. He is very active, energetic and focused in the class. He solves puzzles quickly and with great depth which shows his good calculation power. He never miss any chess class and practice sessions which shows how dedicated and passionate he is for chess. He loves to compete over the chess board. He has a very good chess career in the future. Good luck Nihal and many more to come! 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 – August 2026 – Kaiser Mackenzie Mansalaynon Abaday
Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – August 2026 – Kaiser Mackenzie Mansalaynon Abaday August 25, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback: Kaiser Mackenzie Mansalaynon Abaday Upcoming Grade 9 Student Age 13 Resident in UAE From Philippines Coach Feedback: Kaiser is a very competitive kid. He often learns the concepts on his own and loves to try out gambit lines in the opening. He never miss any practice sessions and showing consistent progress. He has very good chess career in the future. Good luck Kaiser many more to come! 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 Saudi Arabia – August 2026 – Nivedh CS
Brilliant kid of the month from Saudi Arabia – August 2026 – Nivedh CS August 25, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback: Nivedh is a 7-year-old boy residing in Riyadh. He is currently in grade 2 at Dunes International School in Riyadh. Nivedh has cultivated a deep interest and passion for chess. He has chosen to enroll in professional chess classes with his coach, Samresh Mahapatra, to enhance his skills and understanding of the game. He is thoroughly enjoying his chess lessons and eagerly anticipates each session. His coach is assisting him in learning new strategies, enhancing his concentration, and fostering improved decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Nivedh is highly enthusiastic about chess and is driven to learn and progress each day. Coach Feedback: Nivedh is a fun loving kid, His journey at BCA and chess has been rather slower than the others but inspiring at the same time. He started not liking the game, but then with time as he kept playing, he liked it to the extent that playing chess has become his first thing after school. He has shown a hype in the curve once he started to play, now he understands concepts and raises questions, which has leveled him up and has met him to newer heights. 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 – August 2026 – Aarvin Jibin Bhadran
Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – August 2026 – Aarvin Jibin Bhadran August 25, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback: Aarvin Jibin Bhadran is a highly proactive and enthusiastic nine-year-old from Dubai with a keen interest in chess. Although still at the beginning of his journey, he has already demonstrated remarkable curiosity, confidence and eagerness to improve. His interest in chess first developed while playing with his father and has continued to grow steadily ever since. Under the guidance of his coach, Samresh, Aarvin is learning strategic moves, tactical thinking and how to plan ahead during a game. Naturally confident and outspoken, he approaches every lesson with enthusiasm and determination. His passion for learning and proactive attitude reflect his strong potential for the future. Coach Feedback: Aarvin is undoubtedly one of the most fun-loving personalities in the class, always bringing energy and laughter wherever he goes. But behind his easygoing nature is someone who knows when it’s time to get serious. The moment a challenge is placed before him, he shifts into high gear, tackling it with determination and focus. Sharp, intelligent, and resourceful, Thomas has a knack for getting things done and achieving what he sets out to accomplish. He understands when to adapt, when to push harder, and when to change direction, making him someone who consistently stays ahead of the curve. 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 New Zealand – August 2026 – Aayur Maharaj
Brilliant kid of the month from New Zealand – August 2026 – Aayur Maharaj August 25, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback: Aayur Maharaj is a 10-year-old from New Zealand who has a passion for singing, playing the harmonium, and spending time with his friends. He recently developed an interest in chess in February this year. After having a demo session with Sagar, we thought it would be a great idea to enrol him in chess lessons.Aayur is still very much a beginner and has a lot to learn, but he is enjoying the journey. In his free time, he loves playing online games and watching chess-related videos on YouTube, which has helped grow his interest even more.The funny part is that neither his dad nor I know how to play chess, so we are completely unable to coach him at home! 😄 We are learning along with him and are excited to see how far his interest and passion for chess will take him. Coach Feedback: Aayur is a very quick learner and has an impressive memory for the chess board a very humorous and fun to play chess player, he solves puzzles lightning fast and that takes him above all in the puzzle games, Aayur is awesome at the games and He is showing very promising Results one thing sets him apart is he loves the game the standard game way more than any variants and he is on a mission to solve chess, lets Go Buddy Lets do it Together!!!. 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 New Zealand – August 2026 – Jake William
Brilliant kid of the month from New Zeeland – August 2026 – Jake William August 25, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback: Jake is a 10-year-old boy who really enjoys playing chess. He started learning chess with his coach, Sagar, last year and has enjoyed every class since. He especially loves how fun and engaging Sagar’s classes are, and he always looks forward to them. Since starting chess, Jake has been learning new moves and strategies while also developing his thinking and problem-solving skills. It has been lovely to see his interest and confidence grow, and he is excited to keep learning and improving his game. Coach Feedback: Jake is a very promising player he is like the creature in Japanese tales the Tanuki, He is Creative He is Always Curious and Always thinks about the pieces as if they are his own extension, He loves to calculate and pours in his heart into the game making sure the decision he makes do not Affect his gameplay , Jake is doing great and will turn out to be one of the best if he continues his path I wish you the best Buddy Always Be focused Be Happy and Do mistakes Just Have Fun!!!!. 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 Saudi Arabia – August 2026 – Havish Vidwath
Brilliant kid of the month from Saudi Arabia – August 2026 – Havish Vidwath August 25, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback: Havish Vidwath is a 7-year-old who currently lives in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. He developed a passion for chess about six months ago and, eager to explore his interest further, began taking chess classes with his coach, Pankaj Pujapanda, around June 2026. Havish is thoroughly enjoying chess and has shown great enthusiasm for learning. We have noticed significant improvement in his thinking skills, concentration, and confidence. He looks very happy and engaged while playing and has already learned several chess tactics, strategies, and moves. His enthusiasm and progress are evident with every session, and it is wonderful to see how much he enjoys learning and playing chess. Thank you for helping Havish develop his chess skills and nurturing his interest in the game. We truly appreciate your guidance, patience, and coaching. Coach Feedback: Havish is doing a great job in his chess journey! He’s always curious and ready to try new ideas, which makes his games fun and exciting to watch. His patience and effort really stand out—he’s not afraid to take his time to figure things out and keeps going even when it’s challenging. It’s clear that Havish enjoys learning and is steadily getting better with each practice. He’s building his confidence step by step, and it’s great to see his progress. Keep it up, Havish! You’re doing amazing, and I’m excited to see how far you’ll go. 🙌♟️ 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 – August 2026 – Asher Skylar
Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – August 2026 – Asher Skylar August 25, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback: Asher Skylar is 8 years old and loves playing board games. One day, he saw a video of someone playing chess and became very interested. He asked us if we could teach him how to play, so we enrolled him at Brilliance Chess Academy. Since then, Asher Skylar has been enjoying chess and continuously improving his skills in critical thinking, analysis, strategy, and problem-solving. He is excited to learn more and become a better chess player! Coach Feedback: Skylar is steadily progressing in his chess journey, showing curiosity and a genuine interest in improving his game. He approaches challenges with patience and a determination to learn, which are great qualities for building his skills. Skylar is slowly developing a better understanding of the game, and his efforts to practice is clearly visible in his matches and this is helping him improve step by step. His positive attitude and persistence are commendable and shows his potential for growth. Keep up the great work, Skylar! With consistent effort, you’ll continue to make progress and enjoy your 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 UAE – August 2026 – Aseem Shenai
Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – August 2026 – Aseem Shenai August 25, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback: Hello Everyone, My name is Aseem Shenai, I live in Dubai UAE. I just turned 6 years old. Its my dream to be a gamer. When I saw the chess board for the first time I couldn’t understand why there were no humans as players but a Knight,Bishop,Rook and Pawn. And all of them had different moves. And the Strongest person the King could only move 1 pace . What chess has taught me with the help of Coach OM is how to plan a strategy and try to think 4 steps ahead of the opponent. Thank you Coach Om for being a part of my journey in guiding and teaching me about this beautiful game of Chess. Coach Feedback: Aseem is a super energetic and active learner who brings great enthusiasm to every chess class. He is always excited to learn, participate, and explore new ideas on the chessboard. His curiosity and eagerness to play make every session enjoyable. It has been wonderful to see Aseem’s interest and confidence grow as he learns the game. I’m very happy to be a part of his chess journey and look forward to seeing him achieve many more milestones in the future! ♟️😊 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 – August 2026 – Muhammed Alfid
Brilliant kid of the month from UAE – August 2026 – Muhammed Alfid August 25, 2026 Uncategorized Parent Feedback: Muhammed Alfid is 10 years old, lives in Sharjah, and studies in Grade 4 at Sharjah Indian School. He started playing chess at age 7 with his father, and what began as a fun activity soon became a strong passion. Today, he has improved so much that he can even beat his father! 😊♟️ He joined Brilliant Chess Academy on July 8th, 2026, and we are already seeing great improvement in his focus, thinking, confidence, and love for chess. We sincerely thank his trainer Mr. Om Rastogi and the Brilliant Chess Academy for their support and guidance. This recognition has made Alfid very happy and motivated. We are grateful to Brilliant Chess Academy for helping him grow, and we look forward to his future achievements. Thank you, Brilliant Chess Academy! — Parents of Muhammed Alfid Coach Feedback: It has been wonderful coaching Alfid and seeing his progress since he joined Brilliant Chess Academy. He is a passionate and enthusiastic learner who is improving his focus, calculation, and understanding of chess. He especially loves solving chess puzzles, which is helping him develop his tactical skills. I’m very happy to be a part of his chess journey. Keep learning, solving puzzles, and most importantly, enjoying the game, Alfid! ♟️😊 – Om Rastogi 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