--- title: "Meet Expert Badminton & Football Coaches at Smash2Play Delhi" description: "Get professional badminton and football coaching in Delhi with our BWF and AIFF certified experts. Learn from pro coaches like Ishant Sir at Smash2Play." canonical: https://mytribe.in/smash2play/sports-coaching-academy/meet-our-expert-coaches last_updated: 2025-10-01 --- # Meet the Experts Behind Our Coaching Programs Tribe Verified · BWF-certified coaches across Delhi NCR. By [Smash2Play](https://mytribe.in/smash2play) · Coaching available at 5 sports venues across Delhi NCR · ₹3,000 per month (estimate) Part of [Sports Coaching Academy](https://mytribe.in/smash2play/sports-coaching-academy). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/smash2play/sports-coaching-academy/gallery) Great players are made, not born. Meet the mentors who turn beginners into champions at our Delhi NCR academies. ## Photos and videos - ![This graphic illustrates the many roles I believe a coach plays: a trainer, counselor, motivator, teacher, mentor, and more. My coaching philosophy is about developing the player as a whole, not just their skills on the court.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8c4c4867-5c31-4b33-bb4c-fd4d42778376) - [Video: A fun video comparing coaches in movies to the reality at my academy. While the movies can be dramatic, my coaches are the real-life heroes who are dedicated to disciplined training and student development.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b7812951-6f3c-466d-aafc-a125d7b74dd1) - [Video: Here I am, Ishant Sir, answering common questions from my students. In this clip, I explain the four basic badminton grips and discuss the ideal age for a child to start playing, which I believe is around 4-5 years old.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5b817033-2268-4fb1-9da6-a6f526b33c51) - ![A profile of myself, Head Coach Ishant, for my Saket academy. I am a BWF-certified coach with over 12 years of experience and have produced medallists at national and international tournaments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fbceb1b0-76b1-4941-b875-87d27326537a) - ![Introducing myself as the Head Coach for the Air Force Bal Bharti School academy. My credentials include being a BWF Certified Coach and being selected as the Coach of the Delhi Team for Nationals.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f570c850-1360-4a50-a291-4d14617792b5) - [Video: My coaches and I briefing a group of young players at the Vasant Kunj academy. I ensure that every session starts with clear instructions and goals, creating a structured learning environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f81af52f-617f-4a65-93d8-189262c04fc7) ## About Meet Our Expert Coaches You aren't just getting a trainer, you are getting a mentor like Ishant Sir, who brings 12+ years of pro experience to the court. Whether you are learning your first V-grip or perfecting defensive rallies for a tournament, our coaches use a strict 1:8 to 1:12 ratio so you get real, personalised feedback instead of getting lost in a crowd. We have always believed that sports is more than just moving around a court or field. It is about mindset, discipline, and having someone in your corner who actually knows the game. Our team is built with this philosophy in mind. Every coach on our panel, including BWF-certified experts and AIFF-licensed football trainers, goes through a rigorous selection process to ensure they can teach, not just demonstrate. ### Why Our Coaching Works - **Technical Mastery:** From footwork and net play in badminton to ball mastery in football, we break down complex skills into manageable steps. You will learn the 'why' behind every move. - **Small Batches, Big Results:** We keep our coach-to-player ratios low. Whether it is at our Saket, Vasant Kunj, or Karol Bagh locations, you get direct oversight. Nobody hides in the back at our academy. - **Beyond the Court:** Our coaches double as mentors. They track your progress, guide you on nutrition, and help you mentally prepare for matches. If you are aiming for district or national tournaments, you get specific drill-based training to sharpen your competitive edge. ### The 'Ishant Sir' Approach Head Coach Ishant leads our badminton programs with a clear vision: making sports accessible to everyone from 4-year-olds to adults. He has produced medallists for national championships, but he is equally proud of students who just wanted to get fit and ended up losing 15kg or mastering their serve. We do not just teach you to play; we teach you to love the game. If you have been struggling to find a coach who actually cares about your specific playing style, come see us in action. Let us help you take your game from 'just for fun' to competitive. ## About Smash2Play We are Smash2Play, and we believe coaching should be about more than just drills. Our team is here to push you, support you, and make sure you actually enjoy the sweat and the struggle on the court. 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