Diploma in Sports Coaching
Core coaching foundations, session design, and sport pedagogy.
LAKSHMIBAI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(By the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India)
Coaching Campus
Coach the Future of Indian Sport at LNIPE
An immersive, practice-led campus where sports science, mentorship, and live coaching labs build confident, ethical coaches ready for schools, academies, and high-performance teams.
Industry-Aligned
Curriculum & mentorship
Field-Intensive
Live coaching practice
Learning by Doing
Train on professional facilities, work with elite and emerging athletes, and build a coaching portfolio guided by LNIPE faculty and industry experts.
About the Coaching Campus
LNIPE’s Coaching Campus is a specialised academic and applied training hub for sports coaching education. Our mission is to develop reflective, ethical, performance-focused coaches who can plan, deliver, and evaluate training for athletes across age groups and competitive levels.
Our vision is to set a national benchmark for coaching excellence through evidence-based practice, inclusive leadership, and a commitment to athlete well-being and sustainable performance.
Why LNIPE Coaching Campus
- Faculty mentors with elite sport, research, and coach-education experience.
- High-performance infrastructure with sport-specific grounds, gyms, and labs.
- Supervised coaching practice, internships, and field immersion each term.
- Curriculum that blends sports science, pedagogy, and real competition demands.
- Athlete-first values: safety, integrity, and long-term development.
Coaching Programs Offered
Build career-ready coaching skills with modular, progressive programs designed for entry-level to advanced coaching roles and certifications.
PG Diploma in Sports Coaching
Advanced performance planning, analytics, and athlete management.
Strength & Conditioning
Periodization, strength training, recovery, and injury risk reduction.
Sports Psychology for Coaches
Motivation, mental skills coaching, and leadership communication.
Performance Analysis
Video tagging, match analysis, and data-informed coaching feedback.
Youth Development Coaching
Long-term athlete development models and safe coaching practices.
Campus Facilities
Learn and coach in a high-performance environment built for real practice. From multi-sport grounds to analysis labs, every facility supports hands-on learning, assessment, and athlete-centered training.
Training Grounds
- Multi-sport arenas and fields
- Track & field and game spaces
- Dedicated coaching practice zones
High-Performance Centers
- Strength & conditioning gyms
- Physiology and biomechanics labs
- Recovery and athlete support
Learning Resources
- Sports science library
- Digital performance tools
- Case-study studios
Athlete Services
- Sports medicine and rehab
- Nutrition and wellness support
- Psychological skills coaching
Practice-Ready Pathway
Observation & Shadowing
Semester 1
Guided Coaching Labs
Semester 2
Field Internships
Semester 3
Capstone Coaching Project
Semester 4
Career Outcomes & Industry Connections
LNIPE coaching graduates are prepared for performance-driven roles across schools, academies, professional teams, federations, and community sport. Graduates move into roles such as sport-specific coach, strength & conditioning coach, performance analyst, and academy program lead.
- Placement guidance and coaching internships with partner institutions.
- Industry connect sessions with federations, academies, and clubs.
- Exposure to national camps, events, and talent development programs.
- Career mentoring for long-term growth and certification pathways.
Where Our Graduates Work
High-Performance Centres
S&C, analytics, rehab support
Sports Academies
Youth development programs
Schools & Universities
Coaching and PE leadership
Professional Teams
Performance coaching roles
Student Experience
Hear what our coaching students value most.
“The real-field coaching labs changed everything.”
“We plan, deliver, and review coaching sessions with expert feedback. The practice cycles make you confident before you step into the field.”
— PG Diploma Student
“Supportive faculty and world-class facilities.”
“The labs, feedback sessions, and real coaching hours helped me build a clear coaching style and professional confidence.”
— Diploma StudentWhat You’ll Build
- Evidence-based coaching plans and assessments.
- Leadership and communication skills for athletes and teams.
- Professional network across the sports ecosystem.
- A portfolio of applied coaching projects.
Ready to Begin Your Coaching Journey?
Explore our coaching programs, connect with faculty, and apply to the pathway that matches your goals in sport.