--- title: "Yoga & Sports Coaching on the Maidan | Bandra East Academy" description: "Join our sports and yoga training academy in Bandra East. We build national-level athletes on our maidan with rigorous coaching in yoga, kho-kho, and kabaddi." canonical: https://mytribe.in/mahatma_gandhi_sports_academy/yoga-and-wellness/the-soul-of-our-academy-the-maidan last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Training on the Maidan: Our Sacred Ground for Champions Tribe Verified · Grooming National-level athletes in Bandra East By [Mahatma Gandhi Sports Academy](https://mytribe.in/mahatma_gandhi_sports_academy) · In-person yoga classes at Bandra East; open to students across Mumbai · ₹1,500 per month (estimate) Part of [Yoga and Wellness](https://mytribe.in/mahatma_gandhi_sports_academy/yoga-and-wellness). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/mahatma_gandhi_sports_academy/yoga-and-wellness/gallery) This is where we leave our struggles behind. Our maidan isn't just mud; it is where athletes are built, one session at a time. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This is our maidan, the place that taught us to never accept defeat. This video captures the serene and powerful atmosphere as our students gather, a space where every athlete leaves their worries behind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/141c4a82-b529-45c0-a636-ff1ab46b28f0) - ![We bow our heads to the ground of Mahatma Gandhi Sports Academy. This maidan, illuminated by lights, is where we found our identity and learned the true meaning of being a sportsperson.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c0b2ba85-0097-443a-8f9c-8946bf175e7f) - ![A single coach stands in the center of our maidan, surrounded by students. This image symbolizes the guidance and foundation we provide on the very ground that shapes our athletes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86b1ce89-4bdd-43c6-9e01-7a0a44ba3050) - ![We are Mahatma. This powerful group photo captures the unity and spirit of our entire academy. Together, we are a family of athletes, coaches, and supporters, stronger as one.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c404c59f-2019-47ec-8c75-ad027c56927d) - [Video: Jidd. The one who doesn't quit trying despite difficulties is the one who can succeed. Here, our team gathers on the maidan to listen to their coach, reinforcing the values of perseverance that we live by.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/382bfcca-878f-4e83-8fca-441d94fe548c) ## About The Soul of Our Academy: The Maidan When we say 'ground,' we mean the actual mud where we condition our bodies. We don't just teach poses; we do high-intensity cardio and partner-assisted stretching right here. If you are looking for soft AC floors, this isn't that place. We build endurance from the ground up, teaching you to hold your posture whether the heat is rising or the humidity is high. Our academy in Bandra East operates on a philosophy that is simple: discipline first. The photos you see here are of our students training for state and national competitions. Whether it is Yoga, Kho-Kho, or Kabaddi, every drop of sweat on this maidan counts. ### Why Train With Us * **Real Conditioning:** Unlike commercial studios, we use the raw environment of the ground. This builds the physical toughness needed for high-level athletic performance. * **Holistic Approach:** We combine traditional yoga with intense physical sports like Kho-Kho and Mallakhamb to ensure total body awareness. * **National Standard:** Our coaching isn't just for fitness. We prepare students for SGFI and Federation-level trials, with a track record of podium finishes at local and state events. ### The Batch Experience Our classes run from Monday to Saturday, lasting 60 to 90 minutes. We keep our groups synchronized at 20 to 30 students to maintain the energy of the team. Beginners start with basic conditioning, while those aiming for competition enter our specialized performance coaching tracks. We don't promise shortcuts; we promise the kind of training that gets you into the state team. ## About Mahatma Gandhi Sports Academy We are a team that breathes sports. Led by coach Fayaz Jamadar, we don't believe in taking it easy. If you join us, you’re part of the family, and we expect the same grit on the mat that we show on the field. 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