What languages does Karthik Venkataraman teach chess in?

Karthik Venkataraman teaches chess in English. All Caissa School of Chess sessions are conducted online and scheduling is flexible across time zones.

Is Karthik Venkataraman suitable for beginners and young children?

Karthik Venkataraman (Grandmaster) teaches Intermediate, Advanced levels at Caissa. For absolute beginners, we recommend filtering by the "Beginner" specialisation to find a coach best matched to your starting level.

How do I book a trial lesson with Karthik Venkataraman?

Click "Book a Free Trial" on this page to connect with the Caissa admissions team. They will match you with Karthik Venkataraman or a similar Grandmaster and schedule a 45-minute diagnostic session at no cost.

What FIDE rating can I achieve by training with Karthik Venkataraman?

Karthik Venkataraman holds a 2609 FIDE rating. Students who consistently train 1-on-1 with a Grandmaster at Caissa typically improve by 100–400 FIDE points within the first year, depending on their starting level and practice frequency.

Do I need a chess board or special equipment to train with Karthik Venkataraman?

No physical board is required. All Caissa lessons are conducted on a digital interactive chessboard (in-browser). A stable internet connection and a computer, tablet, or smartphone are all you need.

GMGrandmaster

Karthik Venkataraman

2609Current FIDE

English

About

About Karthik Venkataraman

Karthik Venkataraman is a Grandmaster at Caissa School of Chess with a FIDE rating of 2609, teaching in English, specialising in Intermediate and Advanced level students. Karthik Venkataraman brings structured, goal-oriented coaching to every session. Students receive a personalised training roadmap, live interactive board sessions, and AI-assisted progress tracking through the Caissa platform.

Curriculum

Specialisation of Karthik Venkataraman

A structured syllabus built around Karthik Venkataraman's areas of expertise, tailored to your current level and goals.

Intermediate

Positional Play & Strategy

Calculation: finding candidate moves and variation trees
Pawn play: passed pawns, pawn breaks, and structural imbalances
Rook activity, initiative, and the principle of two weaknesses
Practical endgames: rook endings and queen vs minor piece
King safety and prophylactic thinking

Advanced · Tournament

Deep Calculation & Tournament Preparation

Complex calculation and multi-move combination sequences
Opening theory and building a personalised repertoire
Converting advantages: material, positional, and endgame technique
Tournament preparation and psychological readiness
AI-assisted game analysis and structured weakness tracking

Achievements

Student Achievements & Track Record

Two-time Indian National Champion

Why Caissa

The Caissa Advantage

World Champion Connection

GM Vishnu Prasanna, personal trainer to World Champion D. Gukesh, leads Caissa's coaching faculty.

5,000+ Students Worldwide

Students from over 25 countries have trained with Caissa's team of titled coaches.

AI-Powered Practice

Between sessions, students practise on the Caissa AI app and receive weekly game reviews from their coach.

Our Process

How Our 1-on-1 Coaching Works

Free 30-Minute Demo

Start with a free 30-minute demo session to understand the student's current chess level and learning needs.

Structured Curriculum

Follow a structured, level-based curriculum designed to ensure consistent learning and progress.

Personalised Learning

Sessions can be customised based on the student's learning pace, strengths, and specific requirements shared by parents.

Practice & Weekly Progress Review

Between sessions, you practise on the Caissa AI app. Your coach reviews your games and refines the plan each week.

What Parents & Students Say

Verified Google Reviews

Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 200+ verified Google reviews from Caissa parents and students.

We recently used CircleChess services for our 1st VKCF Rapid Rating Chess Tournament held in Thane and had a very smooth experience. The team was supportive, professional, and responsive throughout the process. From registrations to tournament management and player coordination, everything was handled efficiently. Their platform made the overall experience much more organized and convenient for both organizers and players. We used Circlechess for prize money payouts as well, we are extremly delighted with the colab with Circlechess. Special mention Mr. Banshu, he is a complete gem of person, was available constantly for all sorts of the queries, he handled each query very patiently, and resolved them in no time. Highly recommended for chess tournament organizers looking for reliable tournament support services. Looking forward to working together again!

Vihang Kulkarni2 weeks ago

Our daughter recently joined for beginner level of chess @Circle chess of school. The coach Sachin Kalpande sir coached very well. And he gave same opportunity for every student of the group. Our child improved more. So we want her to continue for foundation level 1 although it is heavy fee for us. Our daughter Khushi V Lakkanagoudar completed foundation 1 and wanted to take enroll for foundation 2 @ same batch and same coach (Sachin Kalpande sir.) Circle chess is the best platform to prepare best chess players with personal care and clarity.

G B Badas Badasa month ago

We enrolled our son in online chess classes 6 months ago and it has been a wonderful experience. The sessions are engaging and the coach focuses on easy strategies and is been supportive throughout. My son enjoys every class and his logical thinking has improved a lot.

madhu prabhu4 months ago

I highly recommend Coach Aamir for chess coaching. His structured lessons have significantly enhanced my skills in openings, tactics, and endgame strategies. Patient and insightful, he tailors instruction effectively, leading to rapid progress and greater enjoyment of the game.—Yuvan