About Us

WHO WE ARE

Rapt Foobtall Academy provides structured and high-quality football training for young athletes. We focus on grassroots player development, ensuring that every child receives the best coaching experience regardless of their skill level. Our programs are designed to nurture young footballers from the foundational stages to professional-level training, preparing them for higher-level competitions and professional leagues.

We believe that every child should have access to quality football training that not only enhances their technical and tactical skills but also builds character, discipline and teamwork. Our academy has been instrumental in developing young players, providing them with opportunities to participate in professional tournaments, AIFF and KSFA accredited competitions.

Our Purpose

VISION & MISSION

We are driven by our commitment to excellence in football training and player development.

OUR VISION

To create a structured pathway for young footballers to excel at the highest level.

OUR MISSION

To provide high-quality, accessible football training programs that inspire discipline, teamwork and excellence.

Our Approach

OUR COACHING PHILOSOPHY

We follow a player-centric approach to training, ensuring:

Fundamentals First

Technical skills are the foundation of all our programs.

Game Intelligence

Teaching players to read and adapt to match situations.

Fitness & Well-being

Injury prevention and fitness enhancement.

Character Development

Sportsmanship, teamwork and leadership.

Our Team

MEET OUR EXPERT COACHES

Dilip Kumar

Dilip Kumar

Head Coach - U-16

AIFF & AFC certified coach – D license holder 8+ years of coaching experience Ex-player - Bangalore District Football Association (BDFA)

Vijay Gopikrishna

Vijay Gopikrishna

Head Coach - U-14

AIFF & AFC certified coach – D license holder 5+ years of coaching experience Ex-player - Bangalore District Football Association (BDFA)

Prashant Eshwar

Prashant Eshwar

Head Coach - U-12 and U-10

AIFF & AFC certified coach – C license holder 5+ years of coaching experience Ex-player - Bangalore District Football Association (BDFA) Ex Junior Karnataka player

Elangovan

Elangovan

Assistant Coach - U-12 and U-10

AIFF & AFC certified coach – D license holder 3+ years of coaching experience Ex-player - Bangalore District Football Association (BDFA)

Praveel John

Praveel John

Head Coach - U-8

AIFF & AFC certified coach – D license holder 5+ years of coaching experience Ex-player - Bangalore District Football Association (BDFA)

Leadership Team

OUR MANAGEMENT

Kamal Manivannan

Kamal Manivannan

Managing Director

Kamal Manivannan is the founder of Rapt Football Academy and holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from Jain University. With over seven years of experience in youth f...

Our Values

The Rapt Sports Difference

Professional Development

Structured training programs designed to develop technical skills, tactical understanding, and physical fitness.

Individual Attention

Small group sizes ensure each player receives personalized coaching and feedback.

Holistic Approach

Focus on developing not just football skills, but also character, leadership, and sportsmanship.