
NKBA was launched on the 14th March 2011 for developing world class players, and became operational on 11th April 2011. The academy is based at the Mahalunge – Balewadi Sports Complex in Pune.
At NKBA, we’re not just a badminton academy; we’re a powerhouse of inspiration, dedication, and excellence. Join us and experience the transformation that takes players and turns them into champions. Our mission is simple: to elevate your game to new heights!
To be a world class academy in terms of infrastructure and training imparted. To develop a system of coaching and training at all levels. To identify talent at grassroot level and to be able to support them.
Kapilesh NagarkarTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really impressed with NKBA at Balewadi Stadium. Excellent facility, positive environment, and a well-structured coaching setup. Special appreciation for the individual attention and guidance from Mr. Nikhil Kanetkar, which makes a real difference to the players. The discipline, focus, and winning spirit at the academy are truly encouraging. A great place for young players to learn, improve, and enjoy the game. Highly recommended! 👍 Purva BarveTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It’s honestly so hard to process that it’s been 15 years of NKBA. I’ve been training at NKBA since day one, since 2011, and somewhere along the way, this place stopped being just an academy and became my second home. I’ve literally spent more than half my life here and whatever I am today, whatever I’ve achieved so far, NKBA has played a huge role in it. Just a few years after the academy started, I found myself becoming India number one and representing the country at my first Sub-Junior Asian Badminton Championships. Later on, I was fortunate enough to win multiple international titles and reach a world junior ranking of number eight. But honestly, more than the achievements, I feel like people don’t always see what really goes on behind it all. It’s the support system that makes everything possible. Whatever I’ve achieved over the years, be it state championships, national titles or international wins, every single moment has had the academy behind it. And even more than the wins, it’s the way everyone stood by me and supported me during the losses, the phases where things didn’t go right, that has meant everything to me. Nikhil sir and the entire NKBA team have supported me and every player so genuinely since the very beginning. And I think that’s the one thing that hasn’t changed in all these years, the environment. That feeling of comfort, of belonging, of knowing you’re in the right place, it’s always been there. Running an academy like this is definitely not a joke. But from the early days, with the guidance of Nikhil sir’s late father and the constant support from his entire family, there was always so much passion behind everything. I was just looking at pictures from the very first summer camp. And honestly, I still clearly remember my first day at the academy, the kind of practice we used to do when we were little kids, the friends I made, and just the whole experience. It just feels a little surreal honestly. I feel like I’ve seen NKBA grow through every phase and in a way grown along with it. 15 years is a long time. And all I feel right now is a mix of gratitude and nostalgia! Congratulations to Nikhil sir and the entire NKBA family, everyone who’s been a part of this journey. I just hope the academy keeps growing, keeps inspiring and keeps being the same special place it has always been. Vishal ShindeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. "A good coach can change a game. A great coach can change a life".. That is the experience I had after joining Nikhil Kanetkar Badminton Academy..I recently completed my four years at Nikhil Kanetkar Badminton Academy, our beloved "NKBA" and want to share my journey with you all. Before joining the corporate batch, I was an intermediate player with limited skills, fitness issues, footwork and shot selection. The systematic approach to training, drills, fitness routines before and after the game has changed me completely as a badminton player and as a person. Nikhil sir and all the coaches have a very distinctive method to approach the game and nurture and hone the skills to make you a better player. Lets start with - Discipline - No matter what Academy opens right on time every day with coaches present to greet you..! Plan for the Day - It is already set based on improvements you and your partner needs to succeed.. Coaching Session execution - This is the key Every day. Personalized advise to improve specific areas of shot making, footwork during the drills to better your game day by day to bring consistency Variations - To learn something new to better perform in pressure situations during matches and build consistency.. Game Days and internal Tournaments - This is another unique method to bring out the best in you and also prepare you for district and state level tournaments pin pointing what could have been done better. Nikhil Sir and coaches build that confidence in you to succeed no matter what you did in the past and when you started playing. Preparation for Important tournaments - This is undertaken with an objective to succeed and do better in crunch situations in a match. There is lot to say and will not be enough unless you come and see it for yourself. whether you are a veteran or a kid, NKBA will bring the best in you and make you a better player and person..!!