About Anju Bobby George
Anju Bobby George is a trailblazer in Indian athletics, known for her historic achievements and unwavering dedication to the sport. She began her journey as a young athlete with an innate talent for long jump and heptathlon. Under the guidance of her coach and husband, P.G. Bobby George, she rose through the ranks, setting national records and making history on the global stage. Her defining moment came in 2003 when she became the first Indian athlete to win a medal at the World Athletics Championships, securing a bronze in the long jump. She continued to break barriers with a silver at the 2005 IAAF World Athletics Final and a fifth-place finish at the 2004 Athens Olympics—one of the best performances by an Indian track-and-field athlete at the Games.

 

Despite facing challenges such as injuries and limited resources, Anju’s determination never wavered. Today, she is committed to nurturing the next generation of athletes and empowering individuals to push beyond their limits.
 

 

Key Expertise & Coaching Focus
As a mentor, Anju draws from her extensive experience to help individuals develop:
✔ Overcoming Mental Toughness & Resilience – Learning to navigate setbacks and mental blocks.
✔ Goal Setting & Talent Development – Identifying strengths and crafting a roadmap to success.
✔ Overcoming Struggles & Self-Belief – Cultivating confidence and a champion’s mindset.
✔ Performance Analysis & Visualization – Personalized strategies for peak performance.
 

Notable Achievements
First Indian to Win a World Athletics Championships Medal (2003) – Bronze in long jump, making history.
First Indian to Win a World Athletics Final Medal (2005) – Silver in Monte Carlo.
Commonwealth Games Bronze (2002) – A landmark achievement for Indian athletics.
Asian Games Gold (2002) – Cementing her dominance in the long jump.
Fifth Place at the 2004 Athens Olympics – A career-best jump of 6.83m.
Arjuna Award (2002) & Khel Ratna (2003-04) – India’s highest sporting honors.
World Athletics Woman of the Year (2021) – Recognized for promoting gender equality and sports development.
 

Leadership & Community Involvement
Senior Vice-President, Athletics Federation of India (2025)
Chairperson, Athletes Commission of AFI & Indian Olympic Association
Member, Mission Olympic Cell & Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), Govt. of India
President, Kerala Sports Council
Founder, Anju Bobby Sports Foundation – Empowering young girls through high-performance training in Bangalore.

Anju Bobby George’s journey inspires athletes, professionals, and leaders alike. Her coaching provides powerful insights into resilience, performance, and self-mastery—helping individuals turn challenges into opportunities for greatness.

 

Anju Bobby George operates as an independent consultant, and her service charges vary based on each client's specific requirements.