Eight Times Eight is the best online Chess Academy for discovering your child's true potential. Our program is specifically developed to increase brain capacity and intellect, which benefits other areas such as academic achievement. Managed by experienced Grandmasters, currently, we train students from 12 different countries.
2. Why Should Children
Learn Chess?
Overall Personality Development
Are you a parent who dreams a lot about your child?
Someone who wants to see the child to be the centre of
attraction of a whole community?. Someone who wishes the
child to be a role model to other children, a proud student for
the teachers?. Someone who forecasts an intelligent and
efficient personality in your child? Above all, a parent who
wants your child to become more compassionate,
responsible, focussed and successful?. If the answer is YES
to all these questions, choose Chess.
Needless to say, Chess is a game that helps the overall
personality development of a child and is widely popular all
across the world. It boosts the child’s brain power, enhances
memory, improves focussing ability and strengthens
concentration. Decision making is an important factor for a
successful life. Chess will prepare your child to be a great
decision maker. Sacrifice is a step to victory. Chess will teach
your child to sacrifice, only to be more successful. It will also
make your child to be patient and calm, only to enjoy the
sweetness of success. Chess helps manage Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder and improves logical thinking skills in
children. The game grooms children to be more responsible
and respectful personalities having high potential and better
Intelligence Quotient.
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3. This is the tale of six millennials who got exposed to the wonder-world of
Chess during their formative years of life. Hailing from different parts of Kerala,
a land of Chess fanatics, they first met during an Under 7 category
tournament. The on-board rivals later turned off-board friends and the spirit of
the game bonded them together forever. They kept meeting at every
tournament and the only subject they had to talk about was Chess. By then
they had realised that this 64 square of spirit can transform a person to a
personality, coward to a braveheart, lazy to an energetic, careless to a
focussed and it can equip anyone to face the challenging world ahead.
Our Story
About Eight times Eight
It is a long but a sweet story.
Time changed everything in fifteen years, except their friendship. Their journey kept on
extending from local tournaments to national levels and then to international events. They
won together, lost together, learnt together and most importantly grew together in the
field of Chess. They travelled together extensively playing tournaments across the world,
making memories and having fun. Achievements and recognitions from around the globe
came in search of them very often.
Though they have chosen different streams for higher studies,
they remained bonded strongly by the power of Chess. As they taste academic success,
which they believe only because of the skills achieved through the game, they wanted to
share it to the world as well. They wanted to shout out to the world that Chess can give
incredible development to a person for his/her overall life, including better IQ, memory,
confidence, focus, planning and decision making. They decided to give their share to the
world. The share that is capable of charging minds to perfection. They formed Eight
Times Eight, with a vision to multiply people's confidence many times. Today, Eight Times
Eight has its presence in 12+ countries and the numbers are growing with every passing
day. We welcome you to our 64 squares of beautiful world.
4. Why Should You Choose
Eight times Eight
Quality Chess Education
Don’t you think that knowledge is the right investment for your
child’s future?. Then, don’t you want to invest in it at the right
time too?. So, 8X8 is the right decision for you.
Chess education has always been limited to structureless
offline classes where students from one particular region could
mingle only with students from the same region. 8X8 has taken
that barrier off and now we are providing quality chess
education and tournaments to students from all over the world
with the help of high end technology and softwares. The
batches so far consist of a mix of students from India, USA,
Europe, Canada, Singapore, China, Middle East. Your child will
become globally sensible with an international perspective in
Chess and in other key factors of life. There is no language or
boundary barrier to chess and students enjoy the class
thoroughly.
8X8 conducts frequent assessment tournaments and tests and
provides progress reports to parents. This not only improves
the gaming skills but also helps enhance social skills and
develop personality.
People living in any part of the world, speaking any language
can learn from us
5. Ladder To A Bright Future
Eight Reasons To Choose
Eight times Eight
We combine chess knowledge that the team has acquired for the
last 10+ years and technology to provide quality Chess education
to global students.
Our trainers are players at national and international levels having
higher FIDE ratings. We adapt ever changing global strategies to
the curriculum.
Our training methods are highly advanced and at the same time
simpler too. Even a 3.5 year old child can start learning with
much interest and fun.
We have a proper structure for the whole process that helps us in
creating champions. We conduct frequent internal and outside
tournaments.
We are venturing into the YouTube space, merchandise and App
development. You get multiple platforms to gain expertise and
exposure.
We provide free trial classes for Chess aspirants. You will get a
clear picture of how we stand out, how our sessions are
interesting and engaging.
We have an international presence. Students from twelve
countries around the world learn Chess from us today and you
can compete with them.
We have attractive scholarship programs for talented and
deserving students. The scholarship includes full and partial fee
waivers.
6. Our Specialities
Being Special
For The
Special Ones
Individual Coaching
Talented Trainers
Scholarships
Trial Tournaments
Affordable Plans
Monthly Tournaments With Cash Prize
7. The Services That We Provide
Programmes
Specially Designed
To Mould Your Children
ONLINE TRAINING
Interactive online sessions led by
top rated and highly experienced
players in which you can learn
step by step tactics in the best
ways. We use high end
technology and software to
ensure seamless top quality
training.
PERSONAL TRAINING
Individual coaching sessions in
which you can gain professional
skills in Chess directly from our
masters. Currently the service is
available only at selected
locations and you can contact us
for more details.
CORPORATE WORKSHOPS
We assist Corporates on their
employee engagement activities
by conducting workshops on
Chess. This not only helps the
staff to refresh from their routines
but also boosts their productivity
and skills.
GROUP TRAINING
We provide training for groups.
This service helps reconstruct,
resolve, discuss issues and make
each other grow in a competitive
environment. Members of family,
clubs, friend-circles etc can avail
this.
SCHOLARSHIPS
For bright and deserving
students we help provide
scholarships. The scholarships
cover complete or partial fees.
We also give sponsorship to top
performers to participate in
International Tournaments.
MEMBERSHIPS
Five year long term memberships
for hastle free learning. Member
ship would include regular
training modules as well as family
plans.
CHESS WORKSHOPS
We conduct occasional
workshops to provide little
learners with a bunch of new
information and techniques.
Venues include schools,
colleges, clubs and other
institutions with prior
announcement.
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
We We provide special training to
students in schools at regular
intervals. This program helps
boost confidence and positivity
among the students. School
Management can contact us to
avail this service
FREE IM / GM COACHING
Top performers can avail
professional coaching by
International Masters and Grand
Masters free of cost. We believe it
is our moral responsibility to
groom gifted talents in Chess
who deserve better guidance.
8. A Young And Experienced Team
Inspire and Guide
Chandar | Founder, Director
International fide rating of 2031
Kerala State Senior Open championship 2021 - winner
National silver medalist in inter universities
U-25 state champion (2 times)
under 15 runner up
Got selected into the kerala team to represent kerala at the national senior level
Won international fide rated tournament below 2000 category held at kollam
Placed 4th in international fide conducted by 4 queens academy
Won numerous district and state championship all around India
Kerala state senior chess champion 2021
Arijith | Founder, Director
Represented india in asian junior chess championship
Captain of the kerala team that won the silver medal at SGFI
Represented india in commonwealth chess championship
Represented india in south asian amateur chess championship
Under-15 national champion at saharanpur all india chess championship 2015
Under-17 state chess champion 2015
Represented kerala in u-11, u-13, u-15, u-17, u-19 national chess championship
Manu | Founder, Director
Represented india in commonwealth chess championship
Former kerala u-11 state champion
Represented kerala in u-7, u-9, u-11, u-13, u-15, u-17 national chess championships
Captain of kerala team that won bronze medal at SGFI u-19 national chess championship
Represented kerala in SGFI national chess championships in in u-14, u-17, u-19 various times
Kerala state school games gold medallist under u-14, and u-17 multiple times
Won numerous all kerala open chess tournaments
Adesh | Founder, Director
Member in madras university chess team
South zone universities chess bronze medalist
5th in national university chess championships
Represented kerala in national cities team tournament
District under 17 champion
Athul | Founder, Director
Peak international fide rating - 2158
Kerala state champion in -under 7 (2 times), under 9 (2 times), under 11, under 13
and under 25 ( state youth champion), ktu university champion
SGFI under 19 national bronze medalist
National bronze medalist represented india in asian under 8 games
Commonwealth games
Nationals under 7- 5th position and under 9- 10th position
Finished top 3 in international fide rated tournaments
Category winner ( u- 7,9,11,13,15) in various international fide chess championship
Abhijith | Founder, Director
Peak international fide rating of 2126
Represented india in world junior chess championship
Former kerala state junior chess champion
Kerala state school games gold medalist
SGFI under 19 nationals bronze medalist
Delhi university chess champion
Represented kerala in various age category nationals
Represented kerala in national under 25 at andaman nicobars
Finished top 3 in various international fide rated tournaments
9. The Service Packages
Plans For A
Well Planned Tomorrow
KING PLAN
• 9 hours/month
• Online practice tournaments with prizes
• Homework
• Puzzle Rush competition
• Game analysis
• Feedback and progress report
• Analytical grading
• Personal Mentoring
• Extra Live doubt sessions
• Guest lectures by Prominent Chess Players
from all over the world
• Monthly empowerment classes
ROOK PLAN
• 6 hours a month (1 class a week of 1.5 hours each)
• Online practice tournaments with prizes
• Puzzle Rush competition
• Homework
• Feedback and progress report
• Game analysis
QUEEN PLAN
• 6 hours/month (1 class a week of 1.5 hours each)
• Online practice tournaments with prizes
• Homework
• Puzzle Rush competition
• Game analysis
• Feedback and progress report
• Personal mentoring
• Guest lectures by prominent Chess Players
from all over the world.
KNIGHT PLAN
• 4 hours a month (1 class a week of 1 hour each)
• Online Practice tournaments with prizes
We have students from the following places as of now-
India, North Carolina, Merryland, California, Saudi Arabia,
Dubai, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth, Ireland,
Kuwait, Florida, Riyadh, England, Doha, New York.
In India we have students from Kerala, Tamilnadu, Karnataka
and Maharashtra.
10. Testimonials
What Do They Say?
Parents And Students
Today I had my Edinburgh
Junior Chess trials. I came
top 3 out of 60 people
Ishan
England
Moredon Primary School
Age - 07
My son is very very happy to learn
chess and he is learning more
skills, he is able to memorise many
things very faster now. I don't have
to remind him about the class
schedule . Even I use to be in his
class. Thanks to 8X8
Alben
Plappally, Kottarakara
MGM Flowers
Age - 8
I am Aagney, and I am 11 years old, I live
in Florida. My experience in chess has
changed all throughout the days I have
been practicing with Eight times Eight
chess academy. I have successfully
completed the first session and my
current rating in lichess is 1243.
Thank you so much coaches for all the
support. Aagney Sekhar Ramakkattiyara.
Aagney
Florida State, Sanford city
Sanford Middle School, Grade - 6th
Age - 11
Thank you 8 times 8
academy for changing
“I don't like chess” to “I
have chess class at 7”
Jonathan
Believers Church Residential School
Thiruvalla
Age - 9
Chandrabala has developed her
chess skills tremendously with your
guidance and is enjoying every
minute of the training . The classes
are adapted to the child's learning
style and learning requirements
Chandrabala
Kuwait
FAIPS DPS
Age - 08
Ishanvi is enjoying the
classes & she has improved
a lot. Learning Chess has
also helped to improve her
concentration & patience
level.
Ishanvi
Age - 9
Tolins World school, Malayattoor
Grade: 4
His interest in playing
chess improved very
much after joining the
Chess Academy.
Yaseen
Doha
Yara International School
Age - 8
He just knew a little about chess when he
joined eight times eight but now he has
gained lot of knowledge about chess and
was also able to learn different techniques
which has definitely helped him a lot. He
has also developed a passion for chess
and was also able to win many matches
he have participated. The classes are very
interesting and easy to understand.
Nevin
Panamaram Wayanad
St Joseph School Cheruratoor
Age - 9
Wonderfully
practical oriented
classes!
Hessa
Riyadh
Yara International School
Age - 8
11. Parents!, first and foremost, it is important to
understand and recognise the activities your child
is naturally gravitating towards. It's important also
to ensure that your child likes what he or she is
doing. I believe in exposing children to as many
hobbies and extracurricular activities as possible.
Viswanathan Anand
Eight Great Quotes
Chess is life in miniature.
Chess is a struggle,
chess battles
Garry Kasparov
When you see a good move,
look for a better one
Emanuel Lasker
Daring ideas are like
Chessmen moving forward.
They may be beaten,
but they may start a winning game
Johann Wolfgang
Life is a chess match.
Every decision that you make
has a consequence to it
P.K. Subban
Critical thinking is the
most important factor
with chess. As it is in life,
you need to think before
you make decisions
Hikaru Nakamura
In life, as in chess,
forethought wins
Charles Buxton
The winner is the one
who makes the
next-to-last mistake
Savielly Tartakower
Move Beyond
The Board (CSR)
Chess is a game of peace and giving back to the
world is the responsibility of Chess players too.
8x8 is socially committed and we strongly believe
in sharing a part of what we gained, to the society.
We engage in frequent CSR activities by lending
helping hands to the deserved and under-
privileged. Our activities range from supplying
gadgets to kids for online education to giving
training to destitute children. We envision a world
where peace prevails, happiness blooms,
stomachs are filled and brains are fed with
knowledge.
12. School Of Thoughts
The proud school is the one that delivers proud brains
The future of the world lies in the hands of our children. 8x8 is committed to helping next
generations to a better level of intelligence, confidence and creative thinking. As you know, Chess
raises IQ level, improves memory power, sharpens decision making and improves
problem-solving skills and concentration. It equips the students to face problems later in real life.
It can also influence them on character building and personality shaping.
We are happy to come to the schools and interact with the children and teach them the basic
skills of this universal game. Students love stories. We have a lot of inspiring success stories to
share with them. Be it workshops, seminars or special sessions, we are glad to come and spend
time with our budding stars. We help schools to set up Chess clubs, participate the students in
tournaments and also there is provision for regular coaching sessions.