Navi Mumbai : Arena Animation, a leading name in animation, gaming, visual effects, and digital media education, and a training brand of Aptech Limited, has unveiled its latest training centre in Vashi, Navi Mumbai. The new centre was inaugurated by Mr. Naveen Paul, Founder and Creative Head, NYVFXWAALA, and Mr. Shajan Samuel, Senior Vice President & National Sales Head, Arena Animation.
This new centre reinforces Arena Animation’s commitment to providing high-quality education in animation, gaming, graphic design, digital content creation, and multimedia technologies to students in Vashi and nearby areas. Designed with state-of-the-art infrastructure, the facility offers access to advanced tools and software, along with features such as a chroma setup and a dedicated gaming zone to support hands-on learning. Spanning 3,500 square feet, the centre is built to accommodate over 700 students at a time, creating a dynamic environment for aspiring creative professionals.
Speaking about the launch, Mr. Shajan Samuel, Senior Vice President & National Sales Head, Arena Animation said, “At Arena Animation, we remain focused on nurturing creative talent and equipping aspiring young professionals with the skills required to thrive in the evolving AVGC and content creation industry. With the launch of our new centre in Vashi, the region’s talent pool will now have access to advanced training, modern infrastructure, and the right guidance to shape their ideas into industry-ready work. More than just an expansion, this centre serves as a platform for young individuals to explore opportunities within the creative economy and build meaningful, future-ready careers.”
Mr Rohan Tripathi, Director, Arena Animation Vashi said, “It is a pleasure to introduce this new centre, which I am confident will serve as a launchpad for emerging creative talent from the region. The Indian VFX industry has evolved from a support function into a key creative force, with artists delivering work across films, OTT, and advertising that meets global standards. Many of these professionals have been trained at premier institutes like Arena Animation, strengthening the industry’s talent base. While AI and automation are enhancing efficiency, the essence of VFX continues to lie in human creativity and storytelling.”
The inauguration of the Vashi centre aligns with Arena Animation’s broader vision to expand its presence across the country, making quality creative education more accessible to aspiring talent across regions. By strengthening its network, the brand continues to ensure that students, regardless of location, can benefit from industry-relevant training and build successful careers in the creative space.
New Centre Details:
2nd Floor Haware Infotech Park 203 Opp Vashi Railway Station, Next to Inorbit Mall Sector 30A, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
