SDAT Dolphin Swimming Academy
Professional coaching, proven leadership, and a supportive aquatic training environment.
About
Our experienced and eminent coaches provide personalized guidance to help swimmers develop confidence, technique, fitness, and water safety skills.
SDAT Dolphin Swimming Academy is dedicated to helping individuals of all ages become confident swimmers. Our structured training programs focus on water safety, skill development, fitness, and competitive excellence under the guidance of qualified and eminent coaches.
SDAT Dolphin Swimming Academy Our Legacy of ExcellenceBuilding Champions Since 1983 The Dolphin Swimming Club was established in 1983 and officially registered in 1995 (Reg. No: 195). In 2002, we partnered with the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu to form SDAT Dolphin, a premier training ground for aquatic excellence. Our Special Strengths Elite Coaching Panel: Directed by NIS-certified professional coaches with decades of international and national experience.Supportive Environment for Girls: We are proud to feature dedicated lady coaches, creating a safe and encouraging atmosphere specifically tailored for our girl students.Proven Track Record: Our academy has trained over 100+ National and State medalists.
* Meet Our Leadership K.T. Muraleedharan (NIS)Founder & Secretary | Chief Coach of SDAT Dolphin swimming Academy. Muraleedharan is a veteran of Indian aquatics, combining a highly successful athletic career with elite coaching credentials from the Nethaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NIS)Started swimming at the age of 5yrs to till now .
* Global Credentials: Life Member of the American Swimming Coaches Association.
National Impact: Former coach of the Indian National Team (1990s) and lead coach for the Indian Railways Swimming Team from the 1990s to the present.Champion Athlete: A National Games medal winner (1987) and National Medalist who represented Kerala University and Kerala State in national competitions.Expertise: Specialized in producing Olympians, Arjuna Awardees, and international swimmers from Tamil Nadu.
A.R. Rani Anisia (NIS)Head Coach With a coaching career spanning over 30 years, Coach Rani Anisia is a cornerstone of the Tamil Nadu swimming community and a former leader of national teams.Elite Coaching: Served as the coach for the Indian National Team (1990s) and the Tamil Nadu State Team (1993–present).Academic & Athletic Background: A National and Inter-University Medalist with over 60+ medals earned during her competitive years.Versatility: Extensive experience participating in National Championships for Swimming, Water Polo, and Triathlon.Proven Mentor: Has trained countless national and inter-state swimmers, consistently elevating the standard of competitive swimming in the region.
* Why Choose SDAT Dolphin?SDAT Dolphin Swimming Academy stands out for its four decades of excellence in competitive swimming. Established in 1983 and partnered with the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu, the academy offers structured, high-performance training under NIS-certified coaches from the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports. With a proven track record of producing Olympians, Arjuna Awardees, and over 100+ National and State medalists, SDAT Dolphin focuses on technical precision, discipline, endurance, and mental strength. The academy also provides a safe and supportive environment for girls with dedicated lady coaches. At SDAT Dolphin, swimmers don’t just learn the sport — they train to become champions.
Training Led By Proven Coaches
K.T. Muraleedharan, NSNIS
Founder Secretary
- National, National Games and All India Inter-University medalist for several years.
- Former Indian Team, Indian Railways and Southern Railway coach.
- Coach of Tamil Nadu Team for the last 4 decades.
- Trained International, National and State medalists including Olympians and Arjuna Awardees.
A.R. Rani Anisia, NSNIS
National Triathlonist and National Water Polo Player
- Medalist in National, National School Games and All India Inter-University competitions.
- Coach of Tamil Nadu team since 2004.
- Trained many National and State medalists.
Experienced professional coaching team
Supportive environment for girl students