Our Instructors
Dipika Vaz
Krav Maga Instructor
Dipika is a Krav Maga Practitioner and Instructor with over 14 years of experience in training. She began her journey in 2011, when the Vaz family formally introduced Krav Maga to India. She has been instrumental in establishing Krav Maga Global India, spearheading the expansion of Krav Maga Global (KMG) centers across Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Chennai, Goa and other cities.
She holds a Graduate Level 3 Certification from Krav Maga Global and is a Certified General Instructor as well as a Women’s Self-Defense Instructor from KMG. Dipika has conducted impactful training sessions for several prestigious organizations, including Infosys, UB Group, HDFC ERGO, the U.S. Consulate, and legal advocacy groups such as Majlis Legal Centre.
Her sessions are focused on equipping participants with practical, real-world techniques to enhance personal safety, situational awareness, and self-confidence.
Amarpreet Anand
STEM Instructor
Amarpreet Anand (Preeti) is a science educator who transforms everyday moments into magical learning. With an MSc in Physics, she combines strong academic depth with a playful, hands-on approach that makes science feel simple, joyful, and exciting for young learners.
She has taught at Khalsa College for Women and Hiranandani Foundation School, Thane, working with learners across diverse age groups. This experience has shaped her ability to turn complex scientific ideas into fun, interactive, and easy-to-understand explorations.
At The Motley Otters, Amarpreet designs and conducts innovative STEM sessions that blend Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Maths with real-world discovery. With her mix of imagination and scientific clarity, she inspires children to explore, question, and experience science with curiosity, confidence, and delight.
Gizelle Gomes
Art & Craft, Storytelling Instructor
Gizelle is a Psychology & Sociology graduate who turns big developmental theories into playful, powerful learning experiences for kids!
From designing creative SEL activities to crafting individualized learning plans, Gizelle blends heart and science to support children aged 2.5 to 12. She’s worked hands-on in special needs education, child development, and curriculum design—always keeping inclusion, creativity, and emotional well-being at the core.
Whether it’s a storytelling session, an art-based workshop, or a developmental assessment, Gizelle brings empathy, creativity, and purposeful learning into every space she enters. Her work is deeply rooted in a child-first approach, meeting each child where they are, and helping them grow with care, curiosity, and confidence.
Aftab Panhalkar
Fitness and Games
Aftab is a dedicated football coach with over 7 years of experience, currently holding an AFC C License. He serves as Head Coach for the U–10 squad and as Assistant Coach for the U–17 team at a leading football academy in Mumbai, working with players across age groups from U5 to U21.
Under his guidance, teams have achieved success in several tournaments, and he has also contributed to AIFF Youth League matches, demonstrating his ability to prepare players for competitive settings.
Trained in child safety and protection, Aftab combines technical skills, age-appropriate training, and a safe, supportive coaching environment to foster athletic growth and confidence in young players.
Reetu
Music Instructor
Reetu is a dedicated music educator who specializes in introducing toddlers to the wonders of vocals and the keyboard.
Her approach is uniquely enriched by her background in Mass Media and her professional training in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCED). This allows her to craft lessons that are not only musically enriching but also perfectly tailored to the minds of young learners.
She finds immense joy in blending her expertise in child development with her love for music, creating a fun and nurturing environment where toddlers can begin their own musical adventure.