Virginia Commonwealth Chess Kids

"Joseph Calapati is one of the most dedicated, passionate and experienced chess coaches I have known yet. In my opinion: He sets a very high standard for coaching and students really like him!! In these day and age where everything is so commercial, it is almost rare to find someone like Joseph who works diligently with his students to make them a better chess player. It is believed that he has worked with students not only from Loudoun/Fairfax (VA) counties but also from neighboring states like MD and PA. Joseph is a very humble and down-to-earth person. He has a great reputation and utmost respect from parents of current and former students! Best regards, Shankar Iyer"

"I wish I could give 10 out of 5 stars here!! I know coach Joseph for over 4 years as my daughter has been a student of him. He trained my daughter in chess that led her to win several championships, trophies Capital area Grand Prix event etc over these years. Coach Joseph is the most respected, humble, generous and not to forget that that he is simply the "BEST Chess Certified Coach" that you could ever find in the Washington DC area. He worked tirelessly and dedicated his personal life also in creating several chess state champions like Brian Tay, Jason, Druva Patil etc in scholastic championships. He is there at every major chess event to encourage his students, analyzes every game in depth and provides personalized training plans as student skill level. Most of the chess trainers are money minded these days, but Joseph is a purely genuine chess coach and his main focus is to help out the student achieve their goals and win more trophies. He provided so much chess training material free of cost to his students. His chess training approach in simply unique, focused, personalized, disciplined and mostly entertaining for all kids and youth. He is also a academic teacher which helps him understand each student's psychology. My daughter is very fortunate to have Joseph as her coach and we wish him all the best."

"Our son enjoys Coach Joseph’s class and his skill at the game has improved immensely. Coach is friendly but firm, expecting his students maintain focus. This is one reason why his students have done so well in national and international tournaments. I have recommended these classes to other parents and we expect to be with Virginia Commonwealth Chess Kids for years to come. Regardless of the level of your child this is a safe, effective and worthwhile place to let them explore their passion for the game."

"This is best and only place for aspirant young chess-player. My son is taking chess lessons from Coach joseph from last 3 year and he reached very fast to become top youngest player in country. Coach Jay is very kind with kids and he understand how to teach and improve very young kids. Summer camps are fun and kids enjoy alot.this chess school is best for beginners as well as strong chess player."

"My son first started chess with Joseph at a summer camp at school. He learned and grew so much during that week, that we continued taking lessons from him. Coach Joseph has a lot of passion when teaching the children. He brings a lot of knowledge and experience and translates that into a way my son can really grow in the game of chess. Thank you Coach Joseph........."