Published By: Sayan Paul

5 Best Kabaddi Academies in India

Looking for the best kabaddi academy in India? Well, you're at the right place. 

So, read ahead!

Although not as popular as cricket, kabaddi surely has a special place in the heart of sports enthusiasts from all across India. A recent study has indicated that it's the 2nd most popular sport in the country, and the scenario is only getting better with time. Also, thanks to the success of the Pro Kabaddi League and India's brilliant performance at the international tournaments, more and more youngsters are nowadays starting to play this sport.

Khokhar Kabaddi Academy, Haryana

Khokhar Kabaddi Academy is founded by Dronacharya Awardee Sh Rambir Singh Khokhar, who has been training thousands of athletes for over 30 years. This academy, situated in Haryana, solely focuses on producing fit & skilled players for the Indian National Kabaddi team. It has a furnished hostel where the trainees can stay in exchange for a monthly fee. Also, it offers several facilities like a gym, swimming pool, running track, and more.

Kathura Kabaddi Academy, Haryana

Kathura Kabaddi Academy has recently got lots of reputation all around the country. This academy is situated at Kathura village, in the Sonipat district of Haryana. It has trained some world-renowned players such as Sandeep Narwal and PO Surjeet Singh. It has a hostel as well, and the monthly fee is very minimal. Moreover, there are several facilities like a gym, mud court, running track, and physiotherapy.

Jagadeesh Kumble Academy, Kerala

Jagadeesh Kumble Academy is founded and mentored by Jagadeesh Kumble - one of the best kabaddi players ever born in India. Also, he is the only player from Kerala to have won the Asian Games Gold Medal so far. Located in Kasaragod, Kerala, this academy has trained famous players such as Rajnish, Adarsh T, Sagar B Krishna, and others. It has a residential building and also offers all the facilities like gym, mud court, mat court, running track, swimming pool, immediate medical assistance, and more.

Yuva Ekta Academy, Uttar Pradesh

It wouldn't be wrong in saying that the Yuva Ekta Academy has completely changed the kabaddi scenarios in Uttar Pradesh. This academy, mentored by Joginder Singh and Harish Kumar, has trained players such as Arvind Kumar, Azad Singh, Lalit Chaudhary, Harinder Chaudhury, and Bhanu Pratap. It has limited facilities - a hostel, along with a gym, mud court, and running track. But the coaching here is top-notch in the truest sense of the term.

Narwal Kabaddi and Sports Academy, Haryana

Located in Rindhana, Haryana, the Narwal Kabaddi and Sports Academy has trained the brilliant Pardeep Narwal - who is now the highest raid-point scorer in the history of the Pro Kabaddi League. It does not offer many amenities, but the practice sessions here are what you need to become a great kabaddi player. Mentored by Sunny Narwal, it gives hardcore sessions from 5 - 8 am and also 4 - 7 pm.

Besides these, the list also includes Midline Academy, Chaudhari Ram Swarup Kabaddi Academy, etc.