ABOUT RC THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
SAI has played a significant role in shaping India's sports development by providing training to elite athletes and at the same time operating a number of schemes for the identification and development of young talent. SAI operates under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to make India a major sporting power.
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The Sports Authority of India (SAI) Regional Centre in Thiruvananthapuram, located in Kariavattom. It functions as a Regional Centre and National Centre of Excellence (NCOE), providing top-tier coaching, infrastructure, and academic programs for various disciplines like Athletics, Cycling, Football, Fencing, Taekwondo, and Volleyball.
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The Centre plays a vital role in identifying young talent and grooming them for national and international competitions, offering comprehensive support including coaching, boarding, and medical facilities.
Our Mission
Its mission focuses on cultivating sports excellence, providing world-class infrastructure and training, nurturing young talent, and promoting health through initiatives like Fit India
Core Values
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National Centres of Excellence (NCOE): Training elite and promising athletes with modern facilities.
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SAI Training Centres (STC): Grooming young athletes (10-18 years).​
