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50 Years of Judo Excellence in Mumbai

Train under Sensei Ravindra Wamanrao Patil, 8th Degree Black Belt, mentor to national and international champions.

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Meet Our Black Belt Instructors

Sensei Ravindra Wamanrao Patil (8th Degree Black Belt)

Sensei Ravindra Wamanrao Patil (8th Degree Black Belt)

Referee Director- Judo Federation of India
International Referee (First Judoka from India and South Asia)

- President- Mumbai Judo Association
- Advisory Board- Maharasthra Judo Association
- Hon. Gen. Secretary- Maharashtra Blind and Para Judo Association
- Trustee- Judokon, Mumbai
- Chief Coach- Podor Judo Club
- Ex-President, Managing Committee- Shree Samartha Vyayam Mandir, Shivaji Park
- Ex-Referee Commission Member- Judo Union of Asia

Sensei Tilak Thapa (6th Degree Black Belt)

Sensei Tilak Thapa (6th Degree Black Belt)

Senior Judo Instructor

Sensei Tilak Thapa has spent years contributing to grassroots judo development in Mumbai. After earning his black belt through disciplined training at Podar Judo Club, he dedicated himself to coaching beginners and junior students.

His patient teaching approach makes him especially effective with younger children starting their judo journey.

Sensei Meenu Thapa (5th Degree Black Belt)

Sensei Meenu Thapa (5th Degree Black Belt)

Senior Judo Instructor

Sensei Meenu Thapa is a highly respected judo instructor with decades of training and coaching experience. Known for her disciplined teaching style and strong technical foundation, she has played an important role in mentoring young athletes and promoting judo among girls and youth students. Her guidance emphasizes confidence, balance, and long-term growth through structured training.

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Podar Judo Club
Podar Judo Club, Matunga.

Training Judokas Since 1974.

Podar Judo Club was established in 1974 by Sensei R.W. Patil. He started the classes under the guidance of Prof. Palekar, Principle and Prof. Chandgadkar, Matunga Gymkhana Chairman. 
 

Under the guidance of Sensei Ravindra Patil, a highly experienced 8th Degree Black Belt, the dojo has produced numerous national and international champions.

Podar Judo Club has been a reliable place for judo training in Mumbai, creating national champions and talented athletes through regular, focused practice.

Structured judo classes for kids, youths and adults in Mumbai, designed to build confidence, fitness, and technique from beginner to advanced levels.

Championship Medal Winners

Our students have represented Mumbai in State, National, and International judo competitions, earning medals and recognition.

30+

Black Belts Judokas

400+

State Championship Medals

250+

National Championship Medals

35+

International Medals

Testimonials

Disha Khatu

This is the best Judo Class I have ever seen. The teachers personally take care and look after to each and every Judakos. They have take nominal fees from the students.

Uday Shetty

The oldest Judo training center (1974) in Mumbai city. Anyone seriously interested in Judo must visit. India's first National Chief Coach Sensai R W Patil is the Chief Instructor.

Best place to learn Judo. What makes this dojo special is its steady approach. The Sensei doesn’t just teach moves; he cares about overall progress.
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