CHENNAI EQUESTRIAN ACADEMY

At Sholinganallur is Chennai's first Equestrian Academy. 17 horses and vast stretches of land make for an interesting school that teaches Equestrian to youngsters. Dressage, Tent-pegging and Show jumping are the events that are given focus. Kishore Futnani, with his 35 years of experience in Equestrian sports, conceived the idea 3 years ago, along with Sanjay Jayavarthanavelu, Arun Alagappan and film star Prabhu Ganesan.

The youngest student is an 8-year-old girl, who took part in the recent National Equestrian Championships that was conducted here. Since Kishore insists on a 1:1 ratio (and the horses here are less in number), getting a membership is exceptionally tough. Talent is given the first priority. Determination comes next. Selection happens during a summer camp conducted every year in the month of May. Students who show the greatest aptitude are chosen. They are then offered membership. There are 2 levels - the Beginners and the Advanced. Anyone who is below 21 years of age can join the academy. The academy has recently started a special feature, where mentally and physically challenged children are taught horse riding.

Details of Classes:

Frequency: Everyday
Timings: 6:00 am - 7:30 am, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Fee: Rs 2500/- for the Summer Camp of 20 days
Membership: Rs 1250/- month

Address: # 130, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Sholinganallur, Chennai - 600119,
For more information contact: Kishore Futnani,
# 3B, Ocean Quest, # 78, III Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600 020,
Telefax: 441 1581
Email: kishore45@mailmetoday.com

KRISHNAN TENNIS CENTRE

How about volleying with the family, which has been involved in tennis from the 1930’s to the 1990’s.  

Welcome to the Krishnan Tennis Centre (KTC) on Old Mahabalipuram Road, just a couple of kilometres from the seashore.

Founded in 1995 by the father-son duo of Ramanathan and Ramesh Krishnan, the KTC offers the latest in terms of facilities and coaching techniques. 

Training is provided to all. From beginners to top ranking juniors, college players to adults and professionals. A physical fitness instructor is available at the Fitness Centre and follows up on the fitness programme of each player.

Facilities at KTC include 9 quick-dry clay courts and two synthetic surface courts, Clubhouse with changing rooms, shower facilities and a van for transportation between the city and the centre.

For out station players, accomodation is available on request. Five floodlit courts with generator for backup are available (on booking) for play during nights.

Game. Set. And Match KTC.
2 sessions each day. 6.00 am to 8.30 am & 3.00 pm to 6.00 pm.

Address: Krishnan Tennis Centre, 141, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Chennai. 
Phone: 492 8278, 499 1360.
E-mail: priya@md2.vsnl.net.in

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