--- title: "Youth Football Academy: Join the FSI Family in Mumbai & Pune" description: "Join the FSI Family for professional youth football coaching. We combine expert AIFF-licensed training with a supportive community for kids aged 5-18." canonical: https://mytribe.in/footballschoolofindia/youth-football-coaching/the-fsi-family-more-than-an-academy last_updated: 2025-12-29 --- # The FSI Family: More Than an Academy Tribe Verified · Licensed coaching across Mumbai and Pune. By [Football School of India](https://mytribe.in/footballschoolofindia) · 7 coaching centers across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Pune · ₹2,500 One Time (estimate) Part of [Youth Football Coaching](https://mytribe.in/footballschoolofindia/youth-football-coaching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/footballschoolofindia/youth-football-coaching/gallery) At Football School of India, training goes beyond the pitch. See the community, the mentors, and the shared passion that makes this place a second home for our young athletes. ## Photos and videos - [Video: "Football mere liye sab kuch hai." Hear from our player Shreya on what football and FSI mean to her. Her passion is what drives our academy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb5b9278-5acb-4775-a4af-6119a7a51ffc) - [Video: A parent shares his experience with FSI, highlighting the physical, mental, and skill development he has seen in his children. We are grateful for the trust our parents place in us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0da9871f-4071-42dc-8456-7c6a17f401f6) - ![We congratulate our Director, Hemant Pawale, on being appointed Head Coach of the Junior Boys Maharashtra Team. His leadership inspires our entire community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/00cde640-fceb-48d5-b39d-451fca46ce19) - ![From our sidelines to the spotlight. Congratulations to Coach Nilofer Badshah on her appointment as Manager of the Thane Senior Women’s Team.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c405a4cd-b43d-4ced-9f8d-e1e442a25d18) - ![Happy Teacher's Day to our coaches. They are the mentors who build character, discipline, and skill on and off the pitch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/90bfd9f9-2255-4117-91be-b5a318f44691) - ![A surprise for our director on Father's Day. A heartfelt thank you to the man who has been a guiding father figure for our entire academy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/40d48e6c-8d71-499f-96e2-4b92f86b3031) - ![Celebrating the young dreamers of FSI on Children's Day. Their spirit, joy, and belief are the heart of our academy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a388eea-2c07-42d5-9cd1-d1eb21d5124d) - ![Wishing a very Happy Birthday to our Director, Mr. Hemant Pawale, the visionary leader behind the Football School of India.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5b17652c-0ea6-4b37-8624-2977271b6f8d) - ![Welcoming Coach Manoj Nair, our new Goalkeeper Master, to the FSI family. His experience and passion will elevate our players' game.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4508b3d2-7772-4d9d-a4f8-33aa105bc770) - [Video: A welcome message from our Director, Hemant Pawale, as we kick off a new chapter. His vision and leadership guide our path forward.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/73a7282b-343f-48db-a4be-229799e23a02) - ![A message of gratitude to our Head of Football Development, Mr. Hemant Pawale, for his inspiring leadership and for guiding our teams to success.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf0b3abb-dcf9-4370-83c9-a280f3e62d54) - ![We wish all the best to our Head of Football Development, Hemant Pawale, as he takes charge as the Head Coach for the Raigad U20 Boys team.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/96a4c615-e4d9-4273-b3da-62c66a821f61) ## About The FSI Family: More Than an Academy What makes our academy different isn't just the AIFF-licensed training or the 1:15 coach-to-student ratio. It’s the culture. Whether it’s a birthday celebration on the field or parents cheering from the sidelines, we focus on building confidence and character alongside technical football skills. You aren't just enrolling in a program; you are joining a support system where your child's growth—mental and physical—is our priority. ### Beyond the Scoreboard We believe that football is a journey. From the moment a child steps onto the turf at Vashi or Andheri, our goal is to provide a structured pathway that takes them from grassroots to glory. This isn't just about winning trophies; it's about the hours spent mastering ball control, the tactical lessons during match simulations, and the resilience built during losses. ### Why Our Community Matters Our 'FSI Family' is the heartbeat of the academy. When Shreya says football is everything to her, or when a parent tells us they see their child's mental and physical development across three years of training, we know we are doing more than teaching sports. We are fostering a space where: * **Mentorship is personal:** Our directors and coaches, like Hemant Pawale, are present on the ground. They are leaders who value the individual growth of every student. * **Inclusive pathways:** Whether it's our grassroots foundation program for 5-year-olds or our competitive U18 elite squads, every player gets attention. We maintain small batches to ensure no child gets lost in the crowd. * **Real exposure:** We compete in top leagues like the MFA, TFA, and AIFF. Our players learn the reality of competitive sports in a safe, supportive environment. ### Your Child's Journey We focus on the holistic development of every athlete. If you are looking for more than just weekend drills, join us to see how we help kids in Mumbai and Pune build discipline, confidence, and a lifelong love for the game. ## About Football School of India We are the team at Football School of India. We started this because we wanted kids to have more than just a place to kick a ball—we wanted to build a family. We pour our hearts into every session because we know football is how our players express themselves, learn resilience, and find their joy. 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