SJ ACADEMY · CRICKET · EST. 1987

MASTER THE ART.
OWN THE GAME.

Professional cricket coaching for all skill levels. Batting, bowling, fielding & mental conditioning — coached by former first-class cricketers.

39+
Years
500+
Players
5
Coaches
12+
Ranji
TRAINING PROGRAMS

Cricket Programs

Structured pathways for every age and skill level, from grassroots fun to elite competitive cricket.

Ages 7–12

Junior Cricket

Foundation skills in batting stance, grip, basic bowling, catching & throwing. Fun-focused learning environment that builds love for the game.

  • Basic batting & bowling techniques
  • Fielding fundamentals
  • Team-play introduction
  • 5 sessions/week
EXPERT COACHING

Meet Our Coaches

Former first-class and international cricketers who bring world-class expertise to every session.

JM

John Manoj

Director

Former Junior State Cricketer with 30+ years of coaching experience and specializing in Batting and Bowling, further a qualified Level-1 Coach accredited by BCCI.

VM

V. Manohar

Overseas Coach

Qualified Level-2 Coach specializing in Batting and Bowling.

ND

Noel David

Coach

Former Indian International all rounder and BCCI qualified Level-2 Coach, was also dubbed as Jonty Rhodes.

RM

RSR Murthy

Coach

The coach behind a legend. Mentored India captain Mithali Raj since 2000 — now bringing that same eye for technique to SJ Academy nets.

DC

Dayanand Cheedi

Coach

Qualified Level-2 Coach from the United Kingdom (ECB). Dedicated to nurturing young talent. Creates structured pathways from grassroots cricket to competitive play.

NY

Nikhil Yadav

Morning Session Coach

Opens the batting, keeps wicket, throws in off-spin on the side — basically cricket's triple threat. State-level pedigree, still playing competitively, now coaching your mornings.

DN

Dinesh Nair

Coach

8 years playing league cricket, 2 years coaching — Level-1 certified, and he still hypes every student wicket and cover drive like it's his own.

WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES

Cricket Facilities

State-of-the-art infrastructure designed to replicate match conditions and accelerate player development.

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Practice Nets

4 astro turf nets and 2 matted nets, which can be withdrawn to form a full-sized boxed cricket ground.

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Fitness Suite

Dedicated strength & conditioning area for cricket-specific fitness training.

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Bowling Machine

Professional bowling machines at variable speeds and trajectories for batting drills.

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Tournament Entry

Regular inter-academy, district, and state-level tournament participation.

WEEKLY TIMETABLE

Training Schedule

All sessions held at SJ Academy grounds. Select your batch to see the weekly schedule.

DayTimeBatchFocus
Monday – Saturday06:00 – 07:30 (can extend to 08:00)Junior ABatting, Bowling & Fielding Fundamentals
Monday – Saturday16:30 – 18:00Junior BSkill Development & Match Practice
Monday – Friday08:00 – 09:00Special CoachingOne-on-one technique correction
Monday – Friday09:00 – 10:00Special CoachingOne-on-one technique correction
Monday – Friday18:00 – 19:00Special CoachingOne-on-one technique correction

📅 Junior batches now run Monday through Saturday. Morning sessions may extend to 8:00 AM depending on training load. Special Coaching slots (morning and evening) are limited-enrollment sessions for additional one-on-one focus.

DayTimeBatchFocus
Monday – Saturday06:00 – 07:30 (can extend to 08:00)Senior ATechnical Training & Net Practice
Monday – Saturday16:30 – 18:00Senior BMatch Simulation & Tournament Prep
Monday – Friday08:00 – 09:00Special CoachingOne-on-one technique correction
Monday – Friday09:00 – 10:00Special CoachingOne-on-one technique correction
Monday – Friday14:00 – 16:00Group CoachingGroup skill-building session
Monday – Friday19:00 – 20:00Special CoachingOne-on-one technique correction

📅 Senior batches (ages 13–23) now run Monday through Saturday. Morning sessions may extend to 8:00 AM depending on training load. Special Coaching slots (morning and evening) are limited-enrollment sessions for additional one-on-one focus.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Cricket FAQs

Do I need to bring my own cricket equipment?

Junior players (7–12) are provided basic equipment during sessions. Senior players (13–23) should bring their own bat and pads; balls, stumps, and bowling machines are provided by the academy. A full equipment checklist is sent upon enrollment.

My child has never played cricket — can they still join?

Absolutely. Our Junior and Senior programs are designed for beginners and experienced players alike. Coach Dayanand Cheedi specializes in building complete beginners from the ground up in a fun, encouraging environment. We believe sport is for everyone.

How large are the training batches?

We cap Junior batches at 12 players and Senior batches at 16 players per session. This ensures every player gets quality time with the coach. If a batch is full, we will add you to our waiting list and notify you as soon as a spot opens.

Is there a registration or admission fee?

There is a one-time registration fee of ₹1,000 which covers your player profile, progress tracking folder, and academy ID. This is separate from the monthly membership. The free trial session is completely free — no payment required upfront.

Do you offer private one-on-one coaching?

Yes. Private sessions with our head coaches are available at ₹800 per hour. These are ideal for players targeting specific technical improvements before a selection trial or tournament. Contact us via WhatsApp to schedule.

What happens if I miss sessions?

We understand life gets busy. You can make up missed sessions within the same month by attending a different batch at the same level. Fees are not refunded for missed sessions, but we do offer a pause option for medical reasons with a doctor's certificate.

JOIN THE ACADEMY

Book a Cricket Trial

Take your first step towards cricketing excellence. Book a free trial session with our coaches.