WIM GK Monnisha

I’m G.K. Monnisha, a Women International Master from India, with IM and WGM norms, a master’s degree in Finance, and professional qualifications in Costing and Management. With over 20 years of competitive chess experience and a passion for teaching, I focus on helping students unlock their fullest chess potential. I started playing at age 6 and now enjoy guiding players from their very first moves to high-level tournament play.

• 20+ years of competitive chess
• Peak FIDE rating: 2295
• 7x Indian National Champion (U-9, U-13 2x, U-15, U-17, National Schools 2x)
• World Youth Olympiad Gold Medalist
• Asian and Commonwealth multi-Gold Medalist
• U-14 World Youth Bronze Medalist
• 2x State Champion
• Represented India in 25+ countries

• 5+ years of professional coaching
• Trained 100+ students of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to tournament medalists
• Experience in group and individual classes, offered online and offline

• Collaborated with leading chess academies
• Produced educational videos and training content
• Helped students prepare for professional certifications (CA, CMA, CS)

• Game analysis and targeted improvement
• Calculation and visualization training
• Strategic and positional understanding
• Tournament preparation & time management
• Personalized lesson planning and progress tracking
• Mindset development and psychological resilience
• Clear and engaging explanations for complex concepts

I assess each student’s unique strengths and areas for growth through game analysis and practice. Lessons combine structured theory, practical examples, model games, puzzles, and tournament preparation. My student-centered approach develops:
• Strong foundations in all phases of the game
• Strategic thinking and calculation skills
• Mindset training for sustained performance under pressure
• Personalized plans for steady, measurable improvement
Group and individual classes available—online or in-person.
Contact for rates, schedule, and to start your journey!