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Behind the Scenes and Community

byLemon Break SportsTraining at 5 grounds across Mumbai & Thane; Open to players across Mumbai Metropolitan AreaStarts from2,000 one-timeView full gallery

Football is about more than just drills on a pitch. It is about building a family, caring for our players' well-being, and coming together to celebrate the game we love.

Player recovery is as important as training. We have on-ground sports therapists to provide services like fascial release, helping our players recover faster and stay fit.

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year from our young players and the entire Lemon Break Sports family. May the new year bring more goals and victories.

Spreading some festive cheer during a Christmas-themed training session. We believe in making our academy a fun and inclusive place for everyone.

A glimpse of our community project in Madanpura, where we distributed football equipment to aspiring young players. We believe in giving back to the community.

We are proud to launch a center of excellence in Madanpura, a neighborhood with football in its genes. This project is about creating opportunities and nurturing local talent.

Our team alongside former India player Dinesh Nair at the launch of our Madanpura project. His support and encouragement mean the world to us.

The community coming together to support the next generation of footballers in Madanpura. It's a collaborative effort to bring quality coaching to this historic football hub.

A group photo from our Madanpura project launch. We are grateful for the support from our sponsors, well-wishers, and the local community.

The future of Madanpura football. We provided these talented young players with footballs and other equipment to help them on their journey.

About Behind the Scenes & Community

We believe in looking after our players, not just on match days, but every day. That is why you will find on-ground sports therapists at our sessions providing fascial release to ensure our kids recover safely. Beyond the drills, we are deeply committed to the neighborhoods we serve, like our outreach project in Madanpura where we provide equipment and coaching to local talent who have the game in their blood but lack resources.

Football is a life teacher, and at Lemon Break Sports, we aim to teach the whole player. While our primary focus is technical training and competitive play, our academy functions as a second home.

Building Through Community

Our approach extends beyond the AstroTurf. We are proud to partner with local institutions, like our project in the historic Madanpura neighborhood. Known locally as 'Mini-Brazil', this area is a hub of raw footballing talent. By collaborating with grassroots figures like Sarfaraz Ansari and securing support from foundations like Chandra Mohan Foundation, we ensure talented kids have access to kits, balls, and expert coaching. It is about nurturing the passion that already exists in these streets.

Focusing on Player Well-being

Physical longevity is key to any serious player. We do not just run drills and leave. We integrate sports therapy directly into our sessions. Our on-ground therapists work on muscle recovery and fascial release to prevent injuries before they happen. Whether it is a player recovering from a 1v1 tackle or just managing the fatigue of a long season, our medical support team is there.

Inclusive Spirit

Whether it is celebrating New Year together, running Christmas-themed training sessions, or rallying during the World Cup, we keep the spirit of the game alive. Football creates a unique bond, and we work hard to keep that energy high. We welcome everyone—girls, boys, kids, and even veterans—into the family. Because on our pitch, age does not matter. Hard work and a love for the game are the only requirements to join our movement.

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Lemon Break Sports

Training at 5 grounds across Mumbai & Thane; Open to players across Mumbai Metropolitan AreaStarts from 2,000 one-time

We are Rajshekhar and the Lemon Break team, dedicated to changing the grassroots football landscape in Mumbai. We built this academy because we wanted the opportunities we missed, and now we run it like a family. Every session, every recovery tip, and every community project is fueled by our shared obsession with the beautiful game.

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