Why The Knight Chess Academy?
International Chess Federation certified instructors
Well structured curriculum
Live Group Classes
Promoting young talents

Meet Our Founders cum Coaches
Together, Sonkalan and Asmita lead our coaching staff with a shared passion for chess and a commitment to helping each student reach their full potential on the board. Kids are full of love for their Sonkalan sir & Asmita ma'am.

Sonkalan Bharati
Head Coach. License : National Instructor
Heading our coaching team is Sonkalan Bharati, whose impressive peak FIDE rating of 2164 reflects his deep understanding and mastery of the game. As the head coach, Sonkalan provides strategic guidance and mentorship, ensuring that our students receive the highest quality instruction to excel in their chess endeavours.
University National Runners’ Up, 2022
East Zonal Champion, 2021
Asian Team Championship : 5th
National Team Championship : 3rd
S24 District Champion
Represented India in SAARC
Represented India in Bangkok in Grandmaster Tournament
Represented India in South Asians

Asmita Das
License: National Instructor ;Â Peak Rating: 1860Â (FIDE)
Asmita Das, certified by FIDE (International Chess Federation), is committed to nurturing the talents of aspiring chess players. Her classes are thoroughly enjoyed by the kids.
INTERNATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS:
Barbera International Open 2023 - Champion in Female category
Sant Marti International Open 2023 - Champion in Female category
Vila de Sitges International Open 2023 - Champion in Female category
Badalona International Open - Champion in Female category
Llinars International Open 2023 - Runners in Rating Category
UNIVERSITY ACHIEVEMENTS:
All India Inter University Runners Up 2022-23
East Zonal Champion, 2022-23
All India Inter University Champion 2021-22
East Zonal Champion, 2020-21 Champion in Female category
