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ABOUT SHRI SHIVAJIRAJE MARDANI AKHADA

Our History : Established in 2009, Shri Shivajiraje Mardani Akhada, Pune was founded by Shri Vijay Ayawale-Patil with the mission to restore and preserve the ancient Maratha martial art of Mardani Khel—a gem of Maratha courage and heritage. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj being the guiding force, the Akhada began as a small group of dedicated students and has now grown into a vibrant center of physical and cultural education. In October 2010, we were privileged to be a part of our first national reality television show—”Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega” on Sony TV, featuring Mardani Khel on a mainstream platform for the first time in history. This milestone brought the art form into the limelight of India and motivated a lot of people to reconnect with their culture. For over 16 years, we have remained dedicated to nurturing discipline, fitness, and self-defense through the traditional forms of combat training. Our Akhada is registered under the Shivrudra Mardani Akhada Trust, committed to transparency, community service, and cultural education.

Why Mardani Khel?

Mardani Khel is more than a martial art—it’s a legacy. This traditional form of warfare, practiced by the Marathas, builds strength, agility, mental resilience, and a warrior mindset. In today’s context, it offers:

A comprehensive fitness and self-defense class.
An entirely immersive cultural learning experience.
One way to create discipline, confidence, and respect.
A natural stress reliever that alleviates anxiety and enhances concentration.
An effective aid to mental health, evoking awareness, emotional stability, and inner peace.
A chance to experience Maharashtra’s martial tradition and cultural pride.

We aim to keep this peculiar medium alive while adapting it for modern use—rendering it beneficial not just physically, but for emotional and mental well-being.

 Weapons Taught in Mardani Khel

Students at Shri Shivajiraje Mardani Akhada are trained in a wide range of traditional Maratha weapons, including:

Lathi (Stick Fighting) , Dandpatta (Gauntlet-sword), Talwar (Sword), Dhaal-Talwar (Shield & Sword),

Vita (Hooked Spear), Bhala (Spear), Khanjar (Dagger)

Each weapon is taught with respect to tradition, safety, and historical context, helping students gain both skill and cultural understanding.

OUR TEAM

  • Founder & Gurujii: Shri Vijay Ayawale-Patil
    The Mardani Khel chief and the visionary of Akhada’s journey since 2009.
  • Secretary: Shri Rahul Mohite
    Oversees administration, event planning, and student organization.
  • Treasurer (Khajindar): Shri Vinayak Sutar
    In charge of overseeing the trust’s operations and finances.
  • Support Team: An active team of students, volunteers, and dedicated teachers who help to organize sessions, workshops, and performances.
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MEET OUR
EXPERT TRAINERS

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Vinayak Sutar
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Siddhanti Tikhe
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Harshada Deshmukh
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Our Mission & Approach
Our Mission & Approach To conserve, propagate and transmit the unique sport of Mardani Khel to generations to come by training youngsters, organizing camps, and showcasing the cultural heritage of Maharashtra through performances and workshops.
Our Mission & Approach To conserve, propagate and transmit the unique sport of Mardani Khel to generations to come by training youngsters, organizing camps, and showcasing the cultural heritage of Maharashtra through performances and workshops.
Vision
Vision With the objective of making Mardani Khel a renowned and world-famous martial arts method that offers discipline, self-defense, cultural pride, and physical fitness..
Vision With the objective of making Mardani Khel a renowned and world-famous martial arts method that offers discipline, self-defense, cultural pride, and physical fitness..
Achievements
Achievements • Trained over 6000+ students since inception. • Featured in Hanumankind’s “Run It Up” Music Video Represented Mardani Khel as a traditional Indian martial art on a national platform. • Organized national and international camps, including sessions specifically for overseas participants. • Annual performances at prestigious events such as Shri Bhausaheb Rangari Ganpati. • Featured in regional and national media, including Sony TV’s reality show. • Recognized for promoting cultural pride and physical discipline across generations. • Performed Mardani Khel at Maharashtra Kesri Tournament: Showcased traditional warrior techniques in front of a large audience, promoting Maharashtra’s martial heritage. .
Achievements • Trained over 6000+ students since inception. • Featured in Hanumankind’s “Run It Up” Music Video Represented Mardani Khel as a traditional Indian martial art on a national platform. • Organized national and international camps, including sessions specifically for overseas participants. • Annual performances at prestigious events such as Shri Bhausaheb Rangari Ganpati. • Featured in regional and national media, including Sony TV’s reality show. • Recognized for promoting cultural pride and physical discipline across generations. • Performed Mardani Khel at Maharashtra Kesri Tournament: Showcased traditional warrior techniques in front of a large audience, promoting Maharashtra’s martial heritage. .
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MODERN EQUIPMENT
MODERN EQUIPMENT Take advantage of our spacious gym equipped with a wide range of gym fitness machines so you can achieve the maximum benefits from your workouts.
MODERN EQUIPMENT Take advantage of our spacious gym equipped with a wide range of gym fitness machines so you can achieve the maximum benefits from your workouts.

Training Schedule & Visiting Hours (Throughout the year)

  • Weekdays Batch: Monday to Friday: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
  • Weekend Batch: Saturday & Sunday: 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

CLIENTS REVIEWS

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Latoya Wild, Berlin, Germany.
I spent 10 days with them and these were arguably the 10 best days of this year. All instructors and even all students are very dedicated to this art form and work together in upholding the traditions and art. They were very attentive in the class and super nice and caring in general. I am immensely grateful for having been given this opportunity to learn from them and perform with them. Recommending everyone, near and far, to sign up for their classes and become a part of this beautiful family! Thank you everyone at Shri Shivajiraje Mardani Akhada!
Anna Mara, Genova, Italy.
Passion, professionalism, dedication, fun, discipline and grit!! This is all that I found in this amazing Mardani Khel family that wonderfully hosted me, taught me, trained me and took care of me during my staying in Pune. Performing with them during Ganpati Festival 2023 was incredibly amazing!! An awesome experience that I will keep in my heart for the the rest of my life!! I didn't just train and performe with them but I felt as part of a family. THANK YOU Shri Shivajiraje Mardani Akhada from the bottom of my heart for all the new skills that you professionally taught me and for the amazing and unforgettable chance that you gave me. Anna (Italy)
Bely Gandhara, Barcelona, Spain
I had the pleasure to get trained by this awesome team!! I felt the respect and knowledge about marathi martial arts from the beggining and they made me feel as part lf their family!! Bahut dhanyawaad 🙏🏼
Aniket Thorat, Pune, India
Training with Shivajiraje Mardani Akhada was an incredible experience. Vijay Sir’s knowledge, passion, and attention to detail made every session powerful and purposeful. His teaching blends tradition with real-world application, pushing you to grow physically and mentally. Through this journey, I was able to learn and connect deeply with our history and culture. Highly recommend to anyone looking to dive into authentic Maharashtrian martial arts.
Maya Rathod, Pune, India
I am happy that I am learning Mardani game at "Shri Shivajiraje Mardani Akhara", and it is a unique experience! The arena preserves the heritage of traditional martial arts and fitness and promotes discipline. The dedication of the coaches and the atmosphere there. It gives a true sense of Shivaji Maharaj's bravery. It is not only a center of training but also a place of inspiration for those interested in history and physical fitness. If you want to experience the wonderful culture of Maharashtra, definitely visit here." The academy has highly skilled and dedicated teachers. Under the guidance of Vijay Sir, and his cohorts, traditional masculine art effectively reaches a new generation.

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