--- title: "Thane Badminton Coaching: A Legacy of Excellence Since 1988" description: "Join a premier badminton academy in Thane with 15+ Shiv Chhatrapati awardees. We offer elite coaching for state and national-level competition." canonical: https://mytribe.in/thanebadmintonacademy/high-performance-badminton-program/a-legacy-of-excellence last_updated: 2025-09-29 --- # A Legacy of Excellence in Badminton Tribe Verified · 15 Shiv Chhatrapati Awardees produced since 1988. By [Thane Badminton Academy](https://mytribe.in/thanebadmintonacademy) · Training at 2 badminton halls in Thane · ₹6,500 Per Month (estimate) Part of [High-Performance Badminton Program](https://mytribe.in/thanebadmintonacademy/high-performance-badminton-program). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/thanebadmintonacademy/high-performance-badminton-program/gallery) Explore the decades of dedication, infrastructure development, and community impact that have established our academy as a pillar of badminton in Thane since 1988. ## Photos and videos - ![A new era for a historic institution. Our Chief Coach, Shri Shrikant Vad, was elected President of the 99-year-old Arya Krida Mandal, reinforcing our commitment to the growth of sports in Thane.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/35cb64a4-ae10-4368-8582-f9239667eb37) - ![Shri Shrikant Vad with the newly elected committee of Arya Krida Mandal. This leadership role allows us to contribute to the broader sporting culture of the region.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/acc1239f-cb78-442d-bed0-2ad8d977b6ad) - [Video: Our Chief Coach Shri Shrikant Vad's mission to create Olympic-level athletes, as featured in the leading newspaper Maharashtra Times. This highlights our vision and long-term goals for Indian badminton.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f0b735ea-8d87-4722-a59e-b7cf80ce4cfa) - [Video: A proud moment as our player, Akshaya Warang, receives the prestigious Shiv Chhatrapati Krida Puraskar. She is the 14th awardee from our academy, a testament to our legacy of producing state-honored champions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/16a26d5e-f802-4ea3-8c6f-a006b7f3f6f6) - ![Celebrating our 15th Shiv Chatrapati Awardee, Deep Rambhiya. This prestigious award from the Maharashtra State government recognizes his outstanding achievements and continues our academy's tradition of excellence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/914ade26-e66d-454b-a077-21d14626f416) - ![Laying the foundation for future champions. Our leadership meeting with the Hon. Deputy Chief Minister Shri. Eknath Shinde at the Bhoomipoojan ceremony for the Khandu Rangnekar Badminton Hall extension project.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f7d62c3e-f864-4176-8b2a-9e70755a9ec5) - ![The official ceremony for the expansion of the badminton hall at Dadoji Kondadev Stadium, a major step towards creating world-class infrastructure for our athletes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/68d87ff1-faa1-498d-bb0b-815fc6b61755) - ![The unveiling of the plaque for the Khandu Rangnekar Badminton Hall Extension Project, marking a significant investment in the future of badminton in Thane.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/92b65b84-400a-421e-baac-3b971ea863e2) - ![Our President Shrikant Vad as a Guest of Honour at the inauguration of the MP Trophy, alongside MP Dr. Shrikant Shinde and cricket legend Harbhajan Singh, recognizing our support for community sports initiatives.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e723c25d-6c58-4021-9931-ab9424aee824) - ![A moment from the MP Trophy inauguration ceremony, where our leadership was honored for their contribution to promoting sports.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/066144f4-fa98-4c5a-92f4-b9aa54d16935) - ![Our international player, Malvika Bansod, being felicitated by Shri Sandeep Malvi, OSD to the CM of Maharashtra, recognizing her achievements on the world stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4838418e-bc76-4bf2-8cd1-d40bc8ed39df) - ![Chief Coach Shrikant Vad with Malvika Bansod during her felicitation by local dignitaries, a proud moment for the academy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5b651868-10df-41e1-a9d7-c7bea6dc9fe2) - ![The felicitation ceremony for Malvika Bansod, celebrating her international success and her journey from our academy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/737ed523-efc9-4bd3-9c77-33b87a1ee7fa) - ![A group photo from Malvika Bansod's felicitation, with our coaches and local officials, celebrating a homegrown international star.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ec871fd0-dd87-4f66-9e80-b34d2146f43b) - ![Our President, Shri. Shrikant Vad, being felicitated by the Nashik District for his Shiv Chhatrapati Jeevan Gaurav award, a recognition of his contribution to sports across Maharashtra.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/883d1c13-3dba-4376-b2b8-0dcbf5f45f99) - ![Chief Coach Shrikant Vad being felicitated by Sambhajinagar City for his State Lifetime Achievement Award, in the presence of Union Minister Shri. Bhagwat Karad.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33c7611d-4d97-49dc-9948-0670fe409c6b) - ![A moment of pride as the Thane Men's Team is felicitated for their historic victory at the Maharashtra State Senior Inter District Championships.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ff56f692-8322-450b-a0f0-c68ff29f3ff3) - ![SGFI Silver Medalist Aarya Korgoankar being felicitated at our summer camp inauguration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5960ad2b-ddeb-4f7b-b37f-a31fd48e7680) - ![SGFI Silver Medalist Om Gavandi being honored at the start of our annual summer camp.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d63014e2-8956-475e-ae3f-238c26a6323f) - ![Chief Coach Shri. Shrikant Vad, a Shiv Chhatrapati Lifetime Achievement Awardee, being honored at the inauguration of our annual summer camp.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/34514879-819e-4359-bd6c-46f416cdc548) - ![Former National Chief Coach, Shri. Sanjeev Sachdeva, speaking at our summer camp inauguration, lending his prestigious presence to our event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b562f75f-586d-4b88-99c7-0e714b6d04c0) ## About A Legacy of Excellence Building a champion is not a short-term process. It requires years of technical consistency and mental grit. This legacy is not defined by a single tournament win, but by the 15 Shiv Chhatrapati awardees who have built their foundation within these walls since 1988. Our academy serves as more than just a training facility. We operate as a dedicated system for athletic development. From the early days of coaching at the Dadoji Konddev Stadium to our recent expansions like the Khandu Rangnekar Badminton Hall, our focus has always been on infrastructure that supports serious players. ### Our Approach to Development We believe in 'sarvangin vikas' (all-round growth). This philosophy drives everything from our morning strength and conditioning sessions to our professional racquet stringing services. A player's journey here is supported by a full ecosystem: certified BWF coaches, nutrition planning, and physiotherapy access. ### A History of Achievement Our track record spans from district-level grassroots initiatives to producing medalists at the Khelo India Youth Games and BWF international circuits. By hosting tournaments like the Thane District Championships, we ensure our athletes face real competition at home. Whether it is our residential hostel program for outstation players or our intensive day-scholar training for locals, the objective remains the same: to produce resilient athletes. We are proud to work with a diverse group of players, including para-athletes and those just starting their competitive journey, providing them with the same quality of coaching oversight led by Shri Shrikant Vad. ## About Thane Badminton Academy We are a home for serious players, not casual enthusiasts. My team and I focus on the hard work that happens long before a trophy is held, from early morning fitness drills to tactical match play on the court. 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