Saptorshi Gupta

What Makes Me a Good Coach

I believe every student is unique. I enjoy the challenge of:

• Working with different students

• Analyzing their games

• Evaluating individual playing styles

• Tailoring training to their needs

Key Strengths

• Patience and the ability to understand students’ thought processes

• Passion for working with youngsters

• Skill in identifying strengths and weaknesses

• Experience in customizing training plans to suit each student

Why I Love Chess

• Chess teaches us valuable life lessons—every move matters.

• The game gives me a sense of peace and focus whenever I play.

How I Learned Chess

I learned the game at the age of 8 from my father and grandfather, who passed down their love for the game to me.

Why I Enjoy Working with Kids

• Kids bring a fresh perspective to the game.

• They challenge traditional ideas with new approaches.

• Coaching children helps me to improve my own game.

Main Chess Achievements

• West Bengal State Sub-Junior Champion (2014)

• Represented India at the Commonwealth Chess Championship (2015)

• Member of the All India National University–winning Calcutta University team (2017)

• Winner of international tournaments, including:

  • Auckland Waitangi Weekender (2025)

  • Carlow Rapid, Ireland

• Multiple other national and international tournament successes

How Chess Helps Kids

• Research shows chess provides cognitive and social-emotional benefits.

• I have personally observed children’s mathematical abilities improve significantly after learning chess.