Our Leadership

Dr. Vijay D. Patil
Chancellor and President

Dr. Vijay D. Patil is a visionary educationist, philanthropist & a sportsman dedicated to transforming India into a global hub for education and sports excellence. A Computer Engineer from the University of Mumbai with a Management degree from Bond University, Australia, he has revolutionised sports training and education by establishing world-class institutions.

With a deep commitment to empowering India’s youth, he believes in creating an ecosystem that fosters learning, growth & excellence. His leadership has been instrumental in shaping DY Patil University’s academic and sports legacy, ensuring state-of-the-art infrastructure, research-backed programmes, and globally trained faculty. Now, with the launch of India’s first-ever high-performance centre for elite athletes, he completes the final piece in DY Patil’s journey towards sporting excellence, driving the nation’s future champions to success.

Dr. Vijay D. Patil has been a driving force in transforming India’s education and sports landscape. His vision for excellence has led to world-class institutions, cutting-edge sports training & a thriving academic ecosystem. Now, with Mumbai’s first-ever high-performance centre for elite athletes, he completes DY Patil’s journey toward sporting excellence, empowering the nation’s future champions.

Welcome to India’s
premier hub for performance and innovation

The D.Y. Patil Group has been a major force in propelling India’s sporting landscape forward. Dr. Vijay Patil’s vision of a strong Indian sporting legacy is rapidly becoming a reality. Having already established a top-tier sports academy, a world-class stadium, hosting global sporting events and a dedicated university for sports education, the group is now adding another groundbreaking element: India’s first-ever high-performance centre for elite athletes.

India’s Leading
High-Performance Destination

Our Guiding Principles

Purpose

Striving Beyond the Game
At DY Patil Sports & High Performance Centre, we see athletic greatness as a journey, not just an outcome. We focus on the long-term development of athletes, supporting them through every phase from reaching peak performance or recovering from injury. Our commitment is to give athletes the tools they need to overcome challenges and thrive through personalized programs, expert rehabilitation, and mental toughness strategies.

Philosophy

Winning Beyond Victory
Victory is just the beginning. At DY Patil, our philosophy emphasizes the relentless pursuit of excellence. We believe that winning goes beyond just a medal. It’s about the process, passion, and resilience that fuel each athlete. With discipline as our foundation, we empower athletes with the knowledge to enhance their physical and mental capacities, ensuring they stay at the top of their game over the long run.

Team of experts

Rajatmani Tripathi

Exercise Physiologist
With a Master’s in Sports Physiology, he specialises in physiological assessments and cutting-edge testing, leveraging deep knowledge of the body’s response to training to help athletes optimise performance and achieve their peak potential safely and effectively.

Dr. Prerna Ghodke

Sports Physiotherapist
With a Master’s in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, she specialises in acute injury management and long-term rehabilitation. Trained in musculoskeletal and biomechanical testing, she integrates results into treatments for safe, effective, and accelerated recovery, ensuring athletes return to peak performance.

Priya Jaiswal

Sports Physiotherapist
She designs science-backed training programs to enhance performance and prevent injuries, working closely with young athletes & active adults to build strength, improve health and ensure longevity for a fulfilling and sustainable athletic lifestyle.

Dr. Vedang Vaidya

Sports Physiotherapist
With expertise in rehabilitation and injury prevention, he conducts musculoskeletal assessments and integrates cutting-edge equipment with manual therapy to help athletes recover faster, stronger and more effectively, ensuring a seamless return to peak performance and long-term success.

Madhurika Indurkar

Sports Psychologist
Dedicated to athlete well-being and performance, she specialises in mental skills training, psychological interventions and performance assessments, empowering athletes to optimise focus, build resilience and overcome mental barriers to achieve consistent, long-term success in competitive sports.

Yuvraj Lalit Singh

Program Director
With over 18 years of experience in rehabilitation and sports science, he creates tailored programs to transition athletes from recovery to peak performance, making sports accessible while supporting athletes to achieve national and international success through evidence-based approaches.

Taniya Sanyal

Sports Nutritionist
Passionate about maximising athletic potential, she designs sport-specific periodisation diets, conducts body composition assessments and uses evidence-based nutritional strategies to enhance performance, support recovery and minimise injury risks, helping athletes achieve peak fitness and long-term success.

Priyanka Anie Kosle

Sports Biomechanist
She specialises in sports movement analysis, skill assessments, and injury prevention. Using advanced technologies and biomechanical modelling, she helps athletes improve performance, minimise injuries, and achieve their best through tailored strategies and a deep understanding of movement mechanics.

Shrirang Tatte

Strength & Conditioning Consultant
With extensive experience training Olympic and international athletes, he specialises in sports performance, enhancement, and developing high-performing athletes across various disciplines, using evidence-based approaches to optimise results and elevate athletic potential to its peak.

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Welcome to India’s Premier Sports hub designed for pushing boundaries & redefining performance

Welcome to India’s Premier Sports hub designed for pushing boundaries & redefining performance

Welcome to India’s Premier Sports hub designed for pushing boundaries & redefining performance

Welcome to India’s Premier Sports hub designed for pushing boundaries & redefining performance

Welcome to India’s Premier Sports hub designed for pushing boundaries & redefining performance

India’s Leading High-Performance Destination

The D.Y. Patil Group has been a major force in propelling India’s sporting landscape forward. Dr. Vijay Patil’s vision of a strong Indian sporting legacy is rapidly becoming a reality. Having already established a top-tier sports academy, a world-class stadium, hosting global sporting events and a dedicated university for sports education, the group is now adding another groundbreaking element: India’s first-ever high-performance centre for elite athletes.