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The Minerva School of Excellence Program offers a unique and holistic approach to nurturing young football talent by seamlessly integrating professional football training with high-quality academics. Designed for aspiring athletes, the program provides a balanced environment where students can pursue their passion for football without compromising on their education.
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Facilities
Nestled on a sprawling 10-acre campus in Mohali, Punjab, Minerva Academy offers a world-class environment dedicated to nurturing future champions. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities, including FIFA-approved football pitches, ensuring the highest standards for training and development.
Facilities
At Minerva Academy, we understand the importance of a comfortable and secure living environment for our students. Our hostels offer spacious dormitories, providing each student with a dedicated bed, lockable cupboard, and ample storage space. Designed to foster a sense of community and belonging, the hostels ensure students feel at home even while pursuing their dreams.
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At Minerva Academy, we understand the importance of balanced nutrition for both academic and athletic performance. Our spacious dining hall offers wholesome, buffet-style meals crafted to meet the dietary needs of young athletes.
Facilities
Minerva Academy offers world-class football facilities with two full-sized, natural grass pitches maintained to professional standards. These pitches have hosted prestigious tournaments, including the I-League 2nd Division, Punjab League, and various youth leagues, providing students with valuable competitive exposure.
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Minerva Academy’s state-of-the-art High-Performance Center is designed to elevate footballers to their peak potential. Featuring a fully equipped indoor gym and swimming pool, the center focuses on football-specific athletic training, injury prevention, and recovery.
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At Minerva Academy, we prioritize the health and well-being of our athletes with a dedicated physiotherapy clinic equipped with the latest technology for injury prevention and management. Our licensed physiotherapists provide personalized care, ensuring every student receives the attention they need to stay fit and perform at their best.
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DIRECTOR's MESSAGE
All through my school life, I dreamt of being in a place where sports were as valued as academics. Back then, sports always came second. That’s why I founded Minerva School of Sports Excellence—a school where children who love sports can access world-class training, facilities, support, and education without compromise. At Minerva, sport is not secondary—it’s a fundamental right. Join us and unlock your true potential. Carpe Diem!
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Yohaan Benjamin Set to Make History as First Indian Player in the UEFA Youth League
Indian football stands on the brink of a historic breakthrough as Yohaan Benjamin, a graduate of Minerva Academy, is set to become the first-ever Indian
India’s Coaching Masterstroke Propels the Philippines to AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup Qualification
History has been rewritten — not on the pitches of Gothenburg, Oslo, or Hjørring this time — but across the islands of the Philippines.In a
Minerva Cricket Club Crowned Champions of the 30th J.P. Atray Memorial Cricket Tournament 2025
At the majestic I.S. Bindra Cricket Stadium in Punjab, Chandigarh, history came alive as Minerva Cricket Club rose once again to the throne of Indian
I’m amazed there are many academies in India and the infrastructure is really good.
Minerva Academy played a crucial role in my development. The training and exposure I received there laid the foundation for my football career.
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Accolades from those who matter the most
Returning to Minerva after my national team debut felt like coming home. The academy’s support has been instrumental in my journey.
The greater the difficulty, the greater the glory”. Thoroughly impressed with the facilities and more importantly the mindset at Minerva Academy FC 💙 truly a factory of talent.
Minerva Academy’s rigorous training programs prepared me for the challenges of professional football. Their emphasis on discipline and technique is unparalleled.
