Launch a rewarding career in badminton coaching with our Coach Certification Program

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Nationally recognized certification

The Padukone School Of Badminton (PSB) Coach Certification Program equips you with the expertise to build a sustainable career in badminton coaching. As demand for professional coaching increases in schools, academies, and sports clubs, certified coaches can earn competitive salaries and create long-term career growth. With the rising popularity of badminton, there are ample opportunities for coaches to mentor players at every level, from grassroots to competitive tournaments.

Learn coaching from top coaches

A balanced approach

Our training program combines both theoretical knowledge and practical demonstrations, structured to enhance your learning and application on the court.


Training and nutrition

Gain valuable insights into physical conditioning, sports nutrition, and first aid for injury management, helping you build well-rounded athletes.


Certification and mentorship

Upon completion, each coach receives a certification, along with an exclusive opportunity to interact with Prakash Padukone, learning from his personal experiences to further enrich your coaching journey.

  • 1. Comprehensive curriculum for holistic development

    Our program delivers a well-rounded education that prepares you for real-world coaching. The curriculum covers:


    • Player Management: Learn how to mentor athletes, focusing on development, mental resilience, and motivation.

    • Technical Mastery: Receive in-depth training on improving players’ technique, footwork, and game strategy.

    • Fitness and Injury Prevention: Understand the physical conditioning and safety protocols necessary for long-term player health.

  • 2. Hands-On experience and real-time training

    Gain practical coaching experience with supervised sessions, where you’ll work directly with players under the guidance of senior coaches. Through live coaching drills and match simulations, you’ll be equipped to manage athletes in both practice and competitive environments.

  • 3. Mentorship from India’s top coaches

    Benefit from mentorship under India’s top badminton experts like Prakash Padukone, Vimal Kumar and Aditya Prakash who will guide you in applying coaching techniques that have proven successful at national and international levels. Their mentorship allows you to refine your skills and gain insights that set you apart as a coach.

  • 4. Nationally recognized certification

    Earn a certification recognized across the country, providing you with credibility and access to higher-level coaching positions. Whether you’re interested in coaching at a school, private academy, or starting your own training center, this certification acts as your key to building trust with employers and students.

  • 5. Unlock career advancement opportunities

    Being part of the PSB network opens up new career opportunities. The program connects you with institutions, professional players, and a global coaching community. Certified coaches are often prioritized for roles in premier academies, coaching schools, and even national teams, creating endless career possibilities.

  • 6. Access to exclusive PSB coaching resources


    Upon certification, you’ll have lifetime access to exclusive resources, including:

    • Tournaments & Camps: Opportunities to coach at PSB-organized tournaments and attend skill camps.

    • Continuing Education: Participate in advanced courses and workshops to keep refining your coaching methods and strategies.

Get mentored by the masters

  • Prakash Padukone

    Prakash Padukone

    Mentor

    Following the insights of the legendary Prakash Padukone the program trains and equips players with all the knowledge and expertise to pursue a successful career as a badminton coach. 

  • Course Coordinator Balachandran T R

    Balachandran T R

    Course Coordinator

    Balan Sir as he is so fondly called, was a Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy Coach from 1995 to 2014 coaching Olympians like Gopi Chand, Aparna Popat, Anup Sridhar, Ashwini Ponnappa, etc. Amongst his accolades, belong to both BWF Level 1 (2016) as well as Level 2 Certification (2019). He is also a qualified Shuttle Time Teacher.

  • Aditya Prakash

    Aditya Prakash

    Head Coach

    A former Junior National Champion and Sr. International Player as well as the Chief Coach of Padukone School of Badminton, Aditya is also an alumnus of Olympic Gold Quest(OGQ) Coaches Excellence Program 2019-20. Aditya is an alumnus of the famous Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy and is considered one of the most technically sound players of the game.