The Sports School Launches “Krida”: A Revolutionary Sports-Integrated Education Program

Bangalore, December 28, 2024 – The Sports School, India’s first integrated academic and sports institute, has launched an innovative program called “Krida” in partnership with the Prayoga Institute of Education Research. The program, unveiled on December 20, 2024, at The Sports School campus on Kanakapura Road, aims to use sports as a medium to teach Science and Math.

Key Highlights of “Krida”:

• Target Audience: Students of Grades 5-12.
• Curriculum: Aligned with the NCERT syllabus, “Krida” integrates physical activities with academic learning to make education more engaging and fun.
• Learning Approach: The program fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills through hands-on activities and games.
• Notable Figures: The launch event was graced by Padma Bhushan awardee and Chief National Coach of the Indian badminton team, Mr. Pullela Gopichand, alongside Mr. Vallish Herur, Managing Trustee of Prayoga Institute, and Shri Dilip Kumar, Rainmatter Endurance Athlete.

Mr. T.R. Srinivas, Co-founder of The Sports School, highlighted the transformative potential of “Krida,” stating, “Sports have always been central to holistic development. With ‘Krida,’ we are creating an environment where learning is active, engaging, and inspiring.” Mr. Pullela Gopichand emphasized the importance of integrating sports into education, noting, “As a coach, I’ve witnessed the profound impact of sports in building discipline, focus, teamwork, and resilience. These qualities are invaluable for success in academics and life.”

“Krida” seeks to redefine traditional educational paradigms by integrating sports into the learning processes, especially in the fields of Science and Mathematics. The program aims to eradicate the fear of learning in young minds and take “Classrooms to Playgrounds”.