GAFKISS Bhubaneswar
GAF KISS Centre of Excellence – Bhubaneswar
Location
The GAF KISS Centre of Excellence is located within the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) campus in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. It is a flagship development program of Glenmark Aquatic Foundation focused on nurturing tribal youth through competitive swimming.
Program Focus
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The center offers an exclusive Development Swimming Program aimed at young swimmers.
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The program follows Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) principles to build strong fundamentals in swimming technique, physical fitness, and overall athlete growth.
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It is specifically designed to empower tribal children by providing structured, progressive swim training.
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A Senior Swimming Program will be offered to swimmers once they graduate from the development program, enabling continued training and preparation for national and international competitions.
Facilities
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The program operates with access to two swimming pools dedicated exclusively for training: a 50-meter pool and a 25-meter pool.
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These facilities provide a safe and effective environment tailored to various skill and development levels.
Sports Science Support
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The center provides sports science support including:
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Physiotherapy services, focusing on injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation tailored to young swimmers.
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Nutrition guidance to ensure athletes receive proper dietary support for energy, growth, and recovery.
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These services are designed to support healthy development and optimize performance in an age-appropriate manner.
Coaching Team
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Experienced coaches work closely with tribal swimmers to develop their skills and competitive potential.
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A significant focus is on creating coaches from within the tribal community to build a sustainable local coaching network.
Residential Facilities
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Residential accommodation is available only for students enrolled at KISS, allowing tribal swimmers who study there to live on campus with access to training and education facilities.
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Swimmers not enrolled at KISS are responsible for their own accommodations.
Summary
The GAF KISS Centre of Excellence in Bhubaneswar is Glenmark Aquatic Foundation’s flagship development program dedicated to empowering tribal youth through swimming. With access to two dedicated swimming pools and integrated sports science support including physiotherapy and nutrition, the center delivers structured developmental training for over 700 swimmers. The program also plans to offer a Senior Swimming Program for graduates, providing a pathway for continued competitive growth. By fostering coach development within the tribal community and providing residential facilities exclusively for KISS students, the center promotes sustainable athletic and educational growth among underprivileged tribal children in Odisha.
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