About Us
About GFFI Fitness Academy
GFFI Fitness Academy is one of India’s most trusted institutions in fitness science, human biomechanics, and professional trainer education. With a legacy of over 35 years, GFFI has trained more than 118,000 students worldwide, many now leading in top fitness clubs, universities, and health organizations.
Recognized by ABHFE, ASFU, BFS, and AAOE, GFFI stands as the Gold Standard in Exercise Science Education, developing certified professionals who blend scientific understanding with real-world impact.
Founder
Dr. Neeraj Mehta, Ph.D. (Human Biomechanics) & Ph.D. (Alternative Medicine), is an internationally acclaimed Biomechanics and Corrective Exercise Specialist with over 100,000 hours of hands-on experience.
He is the Founder of GFFI Fitness Academy, CEO of BodyGNTX Institute, and Creator of MMSx Authority—home to his globally recognized methods:
BMXStrength®, BPIT 5-Line Principle, NEEBAL, and MOVE Protocol.
A national champion by 12 and a black belt by 14, Dr. Mehta has mastered 14 disciplines from strength training to Iron Yoga and Pilates. Featured on Tata Sky, Sony LivFit, NDTV, and Aaj Tak, he has also trained celebrities like John Abraham, Arjun Rampal, Neha Dhupia, and Milind Soman.
GFFI Mission
GFFI’s mission is to bridge science and performance, empowering trainers, athletes, and coaches to deliver results through biomechanics-based, research-driven education.
Science Equals Success — the foundation of every GFFI certification.
Welcome to GFFI Team
The GFFI Fitness Institute team members are skilled and knowledgeable.
Our Team: The GFFI Fitness Institute team is dedicated to helping each student thrive in the health, fitness, business, and wellness sectors. We collaborated with professionals in sport, fitness, leisure, business, and allied health to create the best fitness training courses.
Our Team
We have a group of national and international professionals who are working together to increase the quality of fitness education.
All the team members are well known in the field of Fitness & Exercise Science
Dr. Neeraj Mehta
Founder & Director of GFFI Fitness Academy
Neeraj Mehta has worked in the fitness business for nearly three decades, providing services such as fitness and nutrition guidance. Following his Ph.D. in Human Biomechanics and Alternative Medicine, Neeraj Mehta pioneered a novel method called BMXStrength (a one-of-a-kind workout technique for strength training), which he has taught to fitness professionals and elite athletes worldwide.
Contact: neeraj.gffi@gmail.com
Santa March
Exercise Physiology and Program Design
Santa March, a Ph.D. in exercise and sport science, was a professor at Purdue University in Indiana, USA. In addition, Santa is now working as a member of the GFFI Fitness Institute’s international team with the position of “Head Course Creator” for the institute’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (GETP).
Contact: santa.march@aol.com
Sachin Khurana
Grooming & Self Care Expert
Sachin Khurana is a model turned actor from India. In 1996, he has crowned Grasim Mr. India, and he represented India at the 1998 Mister World pageant in Turkey. In 1996, he also represented India in the Best Model of the World competition. Now he is assisting GFFI Students with grooming & fitness trainer makeover.
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Dr. Umesh Kumar
Chair Person
Mr. Umesh Kumar NIS Judo Coach, Black Belt V-Dan, M.P.Ed., M.Phil, Ph.D. Ex-Chairman Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences University of Delhi
Dr. Steve Henderson
Clinical Exercise & Sports Training Head
Steve Henderson has a Ph.D. in biomechanics from Ohio University. Coaches and elite athletes get training to enhance their skills. Henderson teaches exercise and sport science at Carol University & American Sports & Nutrition University’s Clinical Exercise Physiology graduate program. Steve and his team have tested over 200 fitness foams and workout training techniques in the last 20 years.
Contact: professor_steve@hotmail.com
Pankaj Mehta
Branch Head & Master Trainer
Pankaj Mehta is the branch head of GFFI Fitness Academy, with great skill & knowledge of exercise science. He is also trained and accredited by ASNI, ACE, BFS, and NSDC. Mr. Mehta has been devoted to the discovery of programs that encourage balanced, healthy living while also achieving clients’ stated goals.
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Micky Michal
Online Proctor & Testing Administrator
With a minimum of seven years of experience, Micky Michal is a competent and experienced test administrator. Michal is in charge of the administration of the online testing portion of GFFI. As they are working on a test, he helps in monitoring their progress. Additionally, to guarantee that students do not cheat, as the testing supervisor, he gives step-by-step instructions on how to complete exams.
Contact: michalmicky413@gmail.com
Assistant Technical Coach
Josh Braden
Assistant Technical Master Trainer
Josh collaborates with the GFFI Technical team to improve biomechanics. A certified boot camp and high-intensity interval trainer, he is also a student at the University of Florida, working on his MS in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. In 2017, he became a GFFI Personal Trainer. He works with people of various ages and fitness levels, including sports movements, crossfit, personal training, and plyometrics.
Aerobic Master Classes