TIDA Sports, a fast-growing multi-sports training and coaching platform based in Chandigarh, has raised ₹3 crore in a seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The fresh capital will fuel TIDA’s expansion to five states and 30 new cities, as the company aims to partner with 200 schools and deliver structured sports training to over one lakh students.

The funding will also accelerate technology upgrades, strengthen B2B operations, enhance on-ground marketing, and enable the onboarding of more certified coaches.

Democratising Sports Access for India’s Young Athletes

Founded in 2023, TIDA Sports works through deep partnerships with schools and collaborations with local sports bodies — making professional training, world-class venues, and competitive tournaments accessible to children across Tier 1–3 cities.

The startup has already worked with leading schools such as GD Goenka, DPS, DAV, and Aravali, helping them elevate their sports programs. Till now, TIDA has organised over 100 tournaments and trained young athletes who have gone on to compete at state-level and national-level championships.

Its contributions to grassroots sports have earned recognition from My FM and Times Power Icon awards.

IPV’s Bet on Grassroots Sports & Youth Well-Being

Commenting on the investment,

Ankur Mittal, Co-founder of IPV, said:

“India’s sports ecosystem remains fragmented, with limited access to quality coaching, infrastructure, and even basic equipment. Many talented students drop out early, especially when academics take priority at home.

TIDA Sports is bridging this gap by making training, venues, and tournaments accessible at the grassroots level — ensuring sports work for students rather than against their potential. It builds discipline, confidence and overall well-being.”

IPV has emerged as one of India’s most active early-stage investors, with over ₹800 crore deployed across 250+ startups to date.

Expanding Nationwide: A Vision for 10 Million Young Athletes

TIDA Sports is currently active across Uttarakhand, Punjab, and Haryana, with centers in Rishikesh, Haridwar, Dehradun, Chandigarh tricity, Patiala, Jalandhar, Ambala, Amritsar, Ludhiana, and Ferozepur. With more than 150 academies and a fast-growing student base, the company is now gearing up for large-scale national expansion.

The founding team — Adit Goel (CEO), Sumeet Malik (CTO), Priyansh Matta (COO), and Sanchit Budhiraja (CBO) — brings deep expertise in engineering, technology, operations, and business development, with experience spanning Thapar University, IIM Calcutta, Dotpe, Zomato, Aviva India, and Standard Chartered.

Sharing the long-term vision,

Adit Goel, CEO of TIDA Sports, said:

“The grassroots sports sector needed a reset, and TIDA Sports is leading that change. Our mission is to bring professional coaching, structured programs, and vibrant sports environments to every school in India.

With this funding, we are on track to impact 10 million young athletes in the next five years, shaping a generation that grows up active, confident, and future-ready.”

A Market Growing at Record Pace

India’s sports industry — currently valued at USD 52 billion — is projected to touch USD 130 billion by 2030. Globally, the sports tech market is expected to triple to USD 61.7 billion by 2030.

With India’s youth population continuing to expand, the demand for structured training, scientific coaching, and competitive exposure is stronger than ever. Platforms like TIDA are positioned to catalyse this transformation by making multi-sport development accessible across Tier 1, 2, and 3 cities.

About TIDA Sports

Founded in 2023, TIDA Sports offers multi-sport training and youth development programs designed to nurture young athletes through structured coaching, certified trainers, and a strong focus on balancing academics and sports. The company partners with schools and sports bodies to offer high-quality training, tournaments, and talent development pathways.

About Inflection Point Ventures (IPV)

Inflection Point Ventures is one of India’s largest angel investing platforms with over 24,000+ CXOs, HNIs, and professionals. IPV supports new-age entrepreneurs by providing monetary and experiential capital along with access to a diverse investor network.

Its $50 million CAT II VC fund, Physis Capital, invests in Pre-Series A to Series B startups and has already deployed capital into six companies, with more in the pipeline.