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Forget textbook drills. Here, you learn from legends who have stood on national podiums. We don't just teach badminton; we pass on the grit and tactics that win championships.

Meet our Founder and Head Coach, Mr. Krishna Kumar. A former World Champion, 4-time National Champion, and BWF certified coach, he brings decades of elite experience to our academy and works 7 days a week to build champions.

A historic day for i-Sports as we welcome a legend to our coaching panel, Mr. Vinod Kumar. A 10-time National Champion and former BWF World #26, he has been creating champions for over 23 years.

Why was Saif Ali promoted to Chief Executive Coach? After a decade of commitment, he has proven his ability to develop talent, lead with discipline, and innovate with programs like our in-house S&C.

Introducing our coach, Arbaz Ali. A former state player and South Zone representative, his mission is to train state, national, and international champions for podium finishes across India.

Proud coach update. Coach Arbaz Ali has been assigned to handle multiple key training batches, from our early morning prospects to our senior and professional players.

A tribute to Riya Pillai. From a determined player to an inspiring coach, her journey has been remarkable. This video shares her story of resilience and her transition to coaching at i-Sports.

Coach Saif Ali is the perfect blend of kindness and competitiveness. He's a fun and sweet person off the court, but don't mess with him when the game is on.

Honoring our coach Riya Pillai on Women's Day, celebrating her strength and contribution to our academy and our players.

Coaches don’t just build athletes; they forge warriors. This video is a tribute to our coaches who instill resilience and shape champions for life.

Celebrating excellence. We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Saif Ali in recognition of his remarkable contributions, from S&C expertise to his 15-hour daily commitment.

About Meet Our Coaching Legends

Our coaching panel isn't just theory. We’re talking 4-time National Champions and BWF-certified pros who step on the court with you. When KK sir or Saif Ali corrects your stroke, they’re showing you exactly how they won their own matches, not how a textbook says it should be done.

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We aren't a corporate academy; we're a tough family of athletes. Whether it’s KK sir’s decades of national-level experience or Saif Ali’s intense S&C programming, you’re learning from people who’ve actually walked the path to the podium.

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The Peru Junior National Team lined up for a session. This global collaboration provides an invaluable exchange of skills and playing styles for our athletes.

World-Class Badminton Coaching with Global Exposure

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Celebrating Pratham, our trainee from JP Badminton Academy Vidyaranyapura, after he secured a Bronze medal in the U-11 boys singles at the 2024 Karnataka state ranking tournament.4
A proud moment as our student receives his trophy and certificate on stage at the Yonex-Sunrise Karnataka State Ranking Badminton Tournament.
Our U-11 champion standing at the podium. We guide our young players through every step of their competitive journey, from local matches to state-level badminton tournaments.
A group photo of all the young winners at the Karnataka state ranking tournament. It's inspiring to see our players among the top talent in the state.

Badminton Champions & State-Level Achievers

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A huge congratulations to our player Rohan Gurbani for his victory at the Yonex Sunrise Anant Bajaj Memorial All India Senior Ranking Tournament in Hyderabad. This win is a product of his unwavering dedication and the rigorous training environment at our academy.11
We believe in rewarding excellence. Here we are felicitating Rohan Gurbani with a cash prize of ₹20,000 for his tournament win. It was an honor to have it presented by Subhankar Dey, a champion who has defeated legends of the sport.
Gold for Maharashtra. We are proud of Rohan Gurbani for his pivotal role in the team's victory at the Yonex Sunrise West Zone Inter State Team Championships. His performance is an inspiration to all our aspiring athletes.
Another podium finish for Saneeth S Dayanand, securing the silver medal at the All India Senior Ranking Tournament in Jodhpur. His consistent performance at the national level demonstrates the high standards of our elite badminton coaching.

Our Champions and Tournament Winners

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