About us

Meet your coach - Aakash Kulkarni | FIDE Rated | National Rank: 4777

♟️ Mumbai Chess Academy

Mumbai Chess Academy was founded by a passionate chess player with a mission to make chess accessible, enjoyable, and professionally coached across Mumbai. At Mumbai Chess Academy, we aim to create a space where students can:

Learn systematically
Think strategically
Compete confidently

Come join the journey - whether you're learning your first move or preparing for your next tournament!

👨‍🏫 About the Founder - Coach Aakash Kulkarni

I’ve been a chess player since the age of 7, playing professionally for 8 years before transitioning into full-time coaching. Over the past 12+ years, I’ve trained hundreds of students - from beginners to tournament-level players.

🏆 I’ve won over 50 awards in both national and international rated tournaments, and I currently hold a FIDE rating of 1822 (Classical).

I also hold a national record for being the “First Indian to Organize a 30-Hour Chess Livestream” - blending innovation with education.