Monthly, Quarterly or Half-Yearly Chess Fees: Which Saves the Most?

Most academies offer discounts for paying longer. Here are the real numbers for our Beginner group plans, so you can decide how to start.

1 class a week (Beginner)

Billing	Per month	You pay in total
Monthly	Rs 1,499	Rs 1,499
Every 3 months	Rs 1,199	Rs 3,597
Every 6 months	Rs 999	Rs 5,994

2 classes a week (Beginner)

Billing	Per month	You pay in total
Monthly	Rs 2,199	Rs 2,199
Every 3 months	Rs 1,899	Rs 5,697
Every 6 months	Rs 1,599	Rs 9,594

How much does the long plan save?

For 1 class a week, 6-month billing saves Rs 500 a month, about a third, compared with monthly billing. For 2 classes a week it saves Rs 600 a month, about 27%.

Which should you pick?

• Not sure yet: start monthly or take the free demo first.
• Your child loves it: move to 6-month billing for the lowest monthly cost.
• Worried about commitment: remember the 7-day money-back guarantee.

Intermediate and Champion levels are priced on the pricing page. Start with a book a free demo class.

Our actual numbers: what longer billing saves

Here is how billing length changes the price of our Beginner Explorer group plan (current prices, in rupees per month; check the pricing page for the latest):

Plan	Monthly billing	Quarterly billing	Half-yearly billing	Saved over 6 months vs monthly
1 class a week	₹1,499	₹1,199	₹999	₹3,000 (about 33%)
2 classes a week	₹2,199	₹1,899	₹1,599	₹3,600 (about 27%)

Example: one class a week on half-yearly billing is ₹999 x 6 = ₹5,994, against ₹1,499 x 6 = ₹8,994 on monthly billing.

Which billing length suits which family

• Monthly: best if you are not sure yet. It costs more per month but commits you to the least.
• Quarterly: a good middle: a clear saving and enough time (about 12 weeks) to see real progress. Quarterly plans also include a level completion certificate.
• Half-yearly: best value per month for families who already know their child enjoys chess.

How to reduce the risk of paying upfront

1. Book the free demo class first.
2. Check the refund terms: we offer a 7-day money-back guarantee.
3. Ask whether you can switch levels or batches later.
4. Check what is included: tournaments, parent portal and reports.

Learn how to compare any academy's fees in cost per class and see what chess academies cost in India.

Frequently asked questions

Which billing cycle is cheapest?

Every 6 months. For the Beginner 1-class-a-week plan that is Rs 999 a month against Rs 1,499 billed monthly.

Can I change my billing cycle later?

Talk to the team; many families start monthly and move to a longer cycle after the first month.

Is half-yearly billing worth it?

If your child enjoys chess and you are happy with the academy, yes: it gives the lowest monthly price. Try a demo class and check the refund policy first.

Can I switch from monthly to quarterly later?

Ask the academy. Many families start monthly and move to a longer plan once they are sure.

Explore The Digital Chessboard Academy

• Courses: Beginner Explorer to Champion Track
• Pricing and plans
• Meet our coaches
• The Parent Portal
• Free FIDE rating calculator
• Chess learning options compared
• Online chess academies compared
• All chess articles

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