Building
Strong
Players.
Developing exceptional thinkers across Australia
Structured chess coaching through school programs, live online sessions, and in person training. Measurable progress at every level — from first moves to competitive play.
What Families Say
"Rayman Singh and his team are exceptionally professional and dedicated. Their teaching approach is structured, engaging, and perfectly suited for young learners. My son consistently looked forward to each session."
"My son and daughter attended the after school program and absolutely loved it. Clear progress from both — we are very happy parents."
"My son absolutely loves his chess class with coach Rayman. He has improved enormously in a very short amount of time."
Structured Programs.
Clear Pathways.

School Chess Programs
Delivered on campus across NSW. Structured curriculum, equipment, and parent reporting all provided. Starting from $15 + GST per student.
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Online Coaching
Live structured sessions from anywhere in Australia. Accelerated program runs Monday and Tuesday — Term 2 now open.
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In Person Coaching
Tuesday at The Ponds and Saturday groups at Schofields — true beginners through advanced tournament prep.
View In Person Options →Homeschool Program
Flexible structured chess for homeschooled students. Same quality instruction, tailored scheduling.
Senior Program
Chess coaching for adults and seniors. Structured, social, and genuinely enjoyable.
The New Age of Chess.
In Your School.
Professionally Run School Tournaments
We take care of everything — structure, officiating, coaching support, and filming. Your school provides the space. We deliver the experience.
- Professionally organised and run by ReelChess
- Custom formats for your school and students
- All levels from beginners to competitive players
- Optional live music, giant chess, guest speaker
- Filming and photography included
- Prizes and certificates for all participants
Make your school the stage.
Enquire About a TournamentIntensive Programs for Schools
Half day, full day, or multi-day intensive programs. Structured, high energy, and genuinely engaging for every student.
- Half day, full day, or multi-day formats
- Structured progressive curriculum throughout
- Giant chess and interactive activities available
- Can be organised and delivered within one week
The New Age of Chess Interschool Tournament
Premium, fully customised tournament. Live music, giant chess, filmed coverage, guest speaker — an event your school proudly showcases.
Chess is the vehicle. Clear thinking is the outcome.
Rayman Singh — Founder, ReelChess
More Than a Game.
A System.
Chess is taught here as a discipline — structured, measurable, and progressive. Students do not simply play games. They learn to calculate, plan, evaluate, and decide under pressure. Every session builds on the last.
Every student is on a clearly defined path. Every parent knows where their child is. Every school can see the results.
Structured curriculum from beginner to elite
Clearly defined development levels. Students always know where they are and what comes next.
Theory combined with practical play
Every session blends instruction, puzzles, and real gameplay. Students apply everything immediately.
Measurable progress every term
Tournament ratings, certificates, and parent reports. Progress is always visible.
We Measure What Others Ignore.
Two rating systems that track both chess skill and cognitive performance. The only coaching program in Australia that measures how students think — not just how they play.
Tournament Rating is live now. ReelRating — our problem-solving and decision-making metric — is in development and will be publicly visible later in 2026.
"Chess is the vehicle. Problem-solving is the skill that lasts a lifetime. Tracking both is what makes ReelChess different."
Rayman Singh — Founder, ReelChessTournament
Rating
Elo-style rating measuring pure chess skill. Updated after every tournament, school match, and Academy blitz. Visible, motivating, and legitimate.
- Updated after tournaments and school matches
- Visible to students, parents, and schools
- Tracked in Airtable — integrated with Academy
- Real motivation through measurable progress
ReelRating
Measures problem-solving, decision-making, and reflection. Tracks how students think during games and Academy exercises. In development — not publicly visible yet.
- Tracks problem-solving and decision-making
- Students reflect on decisions in Academy sessions
- Builds identity as a capable thinker
- Launching publicly with Academy — late 2026
Not publicly visible yet — launching with the ReelChess Academy in 2026
Meet Your Coaches

Rayman Singh
Under 12 State Champion in 4 months. Rated 2300 online. Built ReelChess to make serious chess education accessible to every student in Australia.

Marcus Bolton
School chess champion throughout his schooling years. Relentless energy and a natural ability to connect with students of all ages and levels.

Fedrick Fernando Simarmata
Rated 2000 online. A natural educator with a gift for making complex chess ideas click for students of any age. A firm favourite across Sydney.
Skills for Life
Problem Solving
Tackle challenges with logic, creativity, and multi-step reasoning that extends into academics and life.
Strategic Thinking
Learn to anticipate, plan, and make informed decisions under pressure with confidence and clarity.
Focus and Discipline
Strengthen concentration, perseverance, and resilience through structured practice and competitive play.
Confidence and Leadership
Gain poise through achievement, milestone recognition, and structured competitive experience.
Time Management
Learn to manage limited resources effectively and make strong choices under time pressure.
Scholarship Support
Many students have used ReelChess as a reference for high school scholarships. We are happy to help.
Learn Chess Free on YouTube.
Rayman Singh and the ReelChess team publish free chess lessons, tactics, and improvement content on YouTube. Hundreds of students have improved just from the videos alone.
Subscribe to get notified when ReelChess Academy launches — the full digital chess platform is coming.
Subscribe — @reelchessacademyFull playlist of free lessons
Tactics, openings, strategy — all free.
View Channel →Track Progress.
Earn Recognition.
Open Opportunities.
ReelChess programs give every student clear goals, measurable progress, and formal recognition. Certificates and letters of excellence support scholarship and selective school applications.
- Structured levels from beginner through to competitive
- Bronze, Silver, Gold, Emerald, Diamond and Ruby certificates
- Letters of excellence for outstanding performers
- Scholarship support — many students have used ReelChess as a reference
- Tournament pathways for competitive players
- Progress reports and video recaps every term
Do not hesitate to reach out if you need something personal written for a scholarship or school application — especially if your child is excelling.
Something Huge
is Coming.
Australia is ranked 44th in the world at chess. We are building the platform to change that.
ReelChess Academy is a full digital learning platform with structured content, problem solving development, and our brand new ReelRating system — revolutionising how chess progress is tracked.
Chess improvement platform with structured progressive content
ReelRating — a new way to measure how you think
Monthly online blitz tournaments with rating updates
Reflection and problem-solving exercises every session
School and parent dashboards with progress reports
Start Your
Chess Journey.
ReelChess programs are designed for every student — from absolute beginners to competitive players. Term 2 2026 enrolments are open now.
