CENTRE FOR
BADMINTON EXCELLENCE

[FORMERLY PPBA]

building champions

At Centre for Badminton Excellence, we believe champions are not born but built—through years of intentional training, structured planning, and quiet discipline. Talent is only the starting point. What follows is daily effort, thoughtful coaching, and a commitment to doing the work, even when it’s hard. Our focus is on long-term athlete development, not overnight success or short-term gains. Every player here is part of a system that prioritises effort, integrity, and growth—on the court and beyond it.

Read Our Story

Lakshya Sen Finishes Runner-Up at

All England Open 2026

Lakshya Sen secured an outstanding runner-up finish in the men’s singles at the YONEX All England Open Badminton Championships 2026 in Birmingham, finishing second to Chinese Taipei’s Lin Chun-Yi in the final.

Through the week, Lakshya delivered impressive wins over top opponents, including world No. 1 Shi Yu Qi and Li Shi Feng, underlining his quality at the highest level. For the Centre for Badminton Excellence, this is a proud reflection of the high-performance environment, structured training, and sustained support that help athletes prepare for the world stage.

Lakshya’s campaign stands as another significant milestone for Indian badminton.

our
impact

We don’t measure success in moments but in years of consistent output. From producing Olympians to creating a steady pipeline of national-level athletes, our numbers reflect the strength of our systems and the seriousness of our approach. These outcomes are not accidental—they are engineered through process.

Meet Our Champions

500+

National
Medals

100+

International
Medals

10

Olympians / Paralympians Groomed

athlete
stories

Behind every performance is a story of effort, recovery, and persistence. This section documents the real experiences of our players and coaches—their breakthroughs, failures, turning points, and the quiet, consistent work that shaped who they are today. These are not highlight reels or scripted narratives. They are lived journeys, grounded in process, patience, and personal growth.

See Our Blog

Tanvi Patri crowned Asian U-15 champion

13-year-old Tanvi Patri of Odisha, and a trainee of our Academy, won the Under-15 Girls Singles Title at Badminton Asia U17 & U15 Junior...

Aug 30, 2024

Infosys Foundation and PPBA Successfully Conclude First Sports Conclave

Infosys Foundation, the philanthropic and CSR arm of Infosys, and the Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy (PPBA) successfully concluded...

Mar 31, 2023

Lakshya Sen bags bronze at World Championships

PPBA proud ward, 20-year-old Lakshya Sen created history when he bagged a bronze medal at the World Badminton Championship held at Spain...

Dec 22, 2021

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Our social channels offer an honest look into what it takes to train here. From early-morning routines to high-pressure match prep, we share the pace and process of life at the academy, without filters or distractions. It’s a sneak peek into the world of Centre for Sports Excellence.

world-class 
BADMINTON facility

Centre for Sports Excellence

Testimonials

From its inception, PPBA has been a professionally run academy, offering world-class guidance and facilities. Its culture of excellence shaped my journey, fuelled my dreams, and played a pivotal role in my international success. I am eternally grateful to PPBA for the inspiration, training, and mentorship from the best.

APARNA POPAT

Olympian & 9-Time National Champion

our
partners

Our partners don’t just support us; they share our belief in structure, in depth, and in doing sport the right way. Their support allows us to provide consistent coaching, access to global expertise, and a foundation where athletes can focus on the long haul. These are partnerships built on trust and time.