Professional Sports Consultation & Choreography
Available across India
I help films, actors, and teams look and play like real athletes by designing authentic sports scenes and providing practical coaching.
Pricing Guide
Film & Commercial Sports Direction
Pre-Production Planning
- Script Breakdown: Analyzing the script to align sports logic (rules, fouls, timing) with the story arc.
- Action Storyboarding: Designing specific plays (dunks, buzzer beaters) to match camera angles and director vision.
- Casting Assistance: Auditioning extras and background athletes to ensure the opposing team looks realistic.
On-Set Execution
- Action Direction: Sylvan Desmond directs the physical action and timing of all athletes on camera.
- Assistant Support: Includes 1 assistant coach to manage warm-ups and drills for background players.
- Safety & Props: Injury prevention drills for actors and provision of professional props like FIBA-approved basketballs and tactical boards.
Actor Sports Preparation
Visual Mechanics
- Camera-Ready Form: Training focuses purely on visual aesthetics (posture, dribble stance) rather than competitive efficiency.
- Hero Moves: Developing 2-3 signature moves (blind pass, crossovers) tailored to the actor's physical ability.
- Game Knowledge: Crash course in rules, referee signals, and terminology to aid realistic dialogue delivery.
Physical Conditioning
- Stamina Building: Sport-specific cardio to ensure the actor maintains high energy during repetitive takes.
- Confidence Coaching: Motivational techniques to build the on-court persona and swagger required for the role.
- Flexible Venue: Sessions conducted at production studios, the actor's residence, or our Bandra facility.
Tournament & Team Coaching
Strategic Management
- Squad Selection: Conducting trials and player evaluations (SWOT analysis) to select the final tournament roster.
- Playbook Creation: Designing custom offensive and defensive strategies like Press defense or Fast-break offense.
- Opponent Scouting: Analyzing rival teams to prepare specific game plans where video footage is available.
Field Leadership
- Practice Sessions: 3-4 high-intensity tactical sessions per week focusing on chemistry and set-plays.
- Match Direction: Full bench management including substitutions, time-outs, and referee interaction.
- Performance Debriefs: Post-match analysis with the captain and management to refine strategy.
About Professional Sports Consultation & Choreography
I live and breathe sports. For me, it's always been about pushing limits, putting in the hard yards, and never settling for shortcuts. Whether you're a player, actor, or a full team, I believe everyone has a champion inside. Like I say, "Tu Hai Champion" (You are a champion) - but you have to earn it.
Sports in Film & Media
I've worked as a basketball coach and consultant on big film sets, including with Aamir Khan Productions for 'Sitaare Zameen Par'. My job is to make sure what's on screen looks and feels like real sport - not just flashy moves. Sometimes, it's about telling the crew, "thoda low angle laao" (get a bit lower angle) for that extra punch in the shot. My eye is always on the little details that make the action believable.
- Sports choreography for movies: I design and direct game scenes for films and ads, so the rules, flow, and intensity come through.
- Actor athletic training for film: I coach actors personally, building their skills and confidence so they look like they belong on the court.
Coaching for Champions
When it comes to high-performance basketball coaching, I go deep - advanced tactics, mental prep, and real conditioning. I’ve coached university, state, and semi-pro teams. If you’re serious about competing, I’m in.
My Style
No frills or fake pep talks. I show up, wherever you need me, with one goal: make you or your project look and perform like the real deal. The grind is real, but so is the payoff.
Meet your Expert
Sylvan Desmond
21 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Sports is in our DNA, ya. Been coaching since 2003, started playing basketball way back in '99. Watching our kids like Jordan, Kaylyn, Saraswati, and Mridul shine, whether it’s on the field or even in a Hollywood film, gives us real joy. Coaching for 'Sitaare Zameen Par' changed us – those kids inspired our special needs basketball program. At Ring Champions, we believe every child’s got their own magic. Play, grow, have fun – that’s our mantra.
My Work
Multi-Sport Coaching - We train kids and adults in basketball, hockey, football, pickleball, athletics. All levels welcome.
Inclusive Basketball Coaching for Special Needs - Our Mumbai academy runs a unique basketball program for children with special needs. Everyone gets to play.
Indoor Basketball Training Bandra - Rain or shine, our Bandra centers have covered courts so practice never stops, even in monsoon.
Sports-Themed Events & Parties - Field Fest Fiesta brings sports fun to birthdays and events. Play, compete, celebrate.
Champions in the Making - We focus on hard work, discipline, teamwork. Our players compete at district, state, national levels.
