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YMCA College of Physical Education

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YMCA College of Physical Education, the first college for physical education of Asia, was established in 1920 by Harry Crowe Buck of Pennsylvania, United States. The college is now affiliated to the Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports University.

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YMCA College of Physical Education
Anna Salai (Mount Road), Chennai Ward 171 (Zone 13 Adyar)

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Anna Salai (Mount Road)
600001 Chennai, Ward 171 (Zone 13 Adyar)
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