Every great sporting institution begins with a Vision.At W18 Sports Universe, that Vision was born with a simple yet powerful belief - India deserves world-class sporting ecosystems that nurture champions from the grassroots to the global stage.

Founded and led by Hrishikesh Kulkarni, BWF Level 1 Certified Coach and former National Badminton Player, W18 Sports
Universe has, in a remarkably short span, evolved into one of the most structured and forward-thinking badminton
development centres in the country.
What began as a focused coaching initiative has today grown into a high-performance sporting ecosystem, training over
300 young badminton players across age groups and competitive levels - from beginners taking their first steps on court
to aspiring national & International level athletes.
A Foundation Built on Visionary Leadership
Under the leadership of Chief Coach Hrishikesh Kulkarni, W18 has laid a rock-solid foundation based on process, patience,
and purpose. His athlete-first philosophy and long-term development approach have shaped a culture where character,
discipline, and excellence matter as much as podium finishes.
The W18 coaching philosophy is anchored on five core pillars:

This integrated approach ensures that athletes are not just trained - they are prepared for the demands of elite sport.
A Landmark Moment: Amrish Shinde Joins as Head Coach
In a defining moment for the academy, W18 Sports Universe proudly announces the joining of Mr. Amrish Shinde as Head
Coach of ShuttlePro Badminton Academy.
A name synonymous with Indian badminton excellence, Amrish Shinde brings with him: Experience as a former Indian
international player, Senior Indian National Team Coach to top Indian Shuttlers & Leadership experience in elite domestic
and international environments.
His arrival marks a powerful convergence of grassroots vision and elite expertise.
With Amrish Shinde's strategic insight, international exposure, and high-performance mindset, W18's coaching framework
is now further strengthened - adding depth, global perspective, and championship pedigree to an already robust system.
A Science-Driven Performance Backbone
Strengthening this vision is a formidable Sports Science team, led by Vishwas Walavalkar, Head of Sports Science at W18
Sports Universe.
With over 25 years of experience in Sports Science, Vishwas brings deep expertise in: Athletic performance, Load
management and Long-term athlete development models.
Under his leadership, physical preparation at W18 Sports meets international performance standards, creating athletes
who are resilient, explosive, and competition-ready.
Eyes Firmly Set on the Ultimate Dream
With this addition, W18 Sports Universe is now poised to welcome and develop top badminton talent from across India
in the: Under-11, Under-13, Under-15, Under-17, Under-19, Senior Categories
This is not just an expansion of scale - it is an expansion of ambition.
At its heart, W18 Sports Universe carries a bold and uncompromising dream:
To contribute to India's quest for Olympic Gold Medals in Badminton.
The journey from potential to podium is long. It demands visionary leadership, scientific precision, unbreakable discipline,
enlightened mentorship, and an unwavering inner belief.
With Hrishikesh Kulkarni's visionary leadership, Amrish Shinde's elite coaching pedigree, Vishwas Walavalkar's sports
science mastery, and the profound inner transformation enabled through Heartfulness practices under the guidance of
Kamlesh Patel (Daaji), Global Guide of the Heartfulness Institute, W18 Sports Universe now stands united in purpose and
elevated in strength.
Stronger than ever before, W18 Sports Universe rises as a beacon of excellence - ready to shape, nurture, and propel the
next generation of Indian badminton champions toward the ultimate dream: Olympic glory for the nation.