Animation Studio · Mumbai, Mumbai

Arena Animation

Build Your Creative Career in Animation, VFX & Design

4.6 · 733 Google reviews

Arena Animation is a 23-year-old animation studio in Mumbai. Rated 4.6★ across 733 Google reviews, it offers animation studio — open 6 days a week, with verified contact details, photos, real customer reviews and opening hours.

Open 6 days a week · 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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Why do customers in Mumbai choose Arena Animation?

Specifics, not adjectives: here is what 733 Google reviewers keep coming back to Arena Animation for.

  • See the infrastructure and computer labs in Malad West first-hand before enrolling
  • Get free career counselling on which animation or design course suits you
  • Meet faculty and ask about their industry experience and student showreels
  • Learn about workshops, seminars and study tours included in courses
  • Clarify course content, duration, fees and placement support transparently

Practical, hands-on training

Students consistently highlight real-world, project-based learning that goes beyond basics — many noted they learned more than friends at other institutes.

Supportive, industry-aware faculty

Reviewers repeatedly praise approachable, knowledgeable teachers like Sanjay Mishra who share practical industry insights.

Workshops, seminars & study tours

Regular creative workshops, industry seminars and study tours give students added exposure beyond the classroom.

Wide range of creative courses

From animation and VFX to graphic design, web design, gaming and interior design — one centre for multiple creative career paths.

Transparent counselling encouraged

We urge prospective students to attend counselling, view showreels and confirm fees and faculty upfront so there are no surprises.

What do customers say about Arena Animation?

Arena Animation holds a 4.6★ rating across 733 Google reviews. These are real, attributed reviews — read them all on Google.

Beginner-friendly lessons; started my own YouTube ★★★★★
“I joined this class to improve my digital skills and learn some editing techniques. As someone who has mostly worked with traditional media, I found the lessons easy to follow and the explanations very beginner-friendly. The instructor does a great job of breaking down the tools and workflow, especially for someone like me who’s newer to digital software. I appreciated the step-by-step demonstrations and the real-time painting examples—it helped me understand not just how to use the tools, but how to think through a piece digitally. I was also confident enough to open my own YouTube channel and post content regularly🤗✨”

Priyanka Bawale · Google review, May 2025

Perfect blend of theory and hands-on ★★★★★
“The course offered a perfect blend of theory and hands-on practice, starting with the basics and gradually building up to more advanced animation techniques. The lessons covered everything from the fundamentals of timing, movement, and character design, to the intricacies of 2D and 3D animation. I particularly enjoyed the focus on storytelling, learning how to craft engaging narratives through visual media. THANK YOU ARENA ANIMATION.”

Suraj gurale · Google review, February 2025

Gained tools, knowledge and confidence ★★★★★
“Completing my animation course has been an incredibly rewarding experience. From the moment I began, I knew that I was about to embark on a journey that would push my creativity and technical skills to new heights. I am incredibly grateful for this course. It has given me the tools, knowledge, and confidence I need to continue exploring the world of animation, and I look forward to applying what I've learned to future projects.”

Shubham Ghadi A-44 · Google review, February 2025

Experienced faculty with strong practical training ★★★★★
“Arena Animation ek achha institute hai jahan experienced faculty aur strong practical training milti hai. Animation aur design field ke liye yeh ek reliable option hai (Translated by Google) Arena Animation is a good institute with experienced faculty and strong practical training. It's a reliable option for those in the animation and design fields.”

Kunal Sirsat · Google review, December 2025

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Where is Arena Animation in Mumbai, and how do I reach it?

  • 4th floor, Kothari Milestone, 405/6/7, Swami Vivekananda Rd, near natraj Market, Malad, Vijaykar Wadi Industrial, Vijaykar Wadi, Malad West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400064, India
  • +91 80000 24724

4th floor, Kothari Milestone, 405/6/7, Swami Vivekananda Rd, near natraj Market, Malad, Vijaykar Wadi Industrial, Vijaykar Wadi, Malad West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400064, India

Arena Animation serves customers across Mumbai, Mumbai.

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What are Arena Animation's timings?

Arena Animation is open 6 days a week · 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM — plan your visit.

Monday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
SundayClosed

What mistakes should customers in Mumbai avoid?

Advice for customers in Mumbai: the mistakes below are the most common and the most avoidable.

Enrolling without confirming fees and certificate terms in writing

Ask for a written breakdown of total course fees, certification costs and timelines before paying.

Not checking faculty experience or sample student work

Request to see student showreels and ask about faculty backgrounds during your counselling visit.

Expecting a guaranteed job without building a portfolio

Treat placement support as a help, not a guarantee — focus on building a strong personal showreel.

Skipping the demo or counselling session

Attend a demo and counselling to judge teaching style and infrastructure before committing.

Choosing a course by name alone

Compare actual syllabus, tools covered and outcomes rather than just the marketed course title.

Frequently asked questions

What courses does Arena Animation in Malad offer?

The Malad West centre offers courses in 2D and 3D animation, VFX, graphic design, video editing, web and UI design, 3D modelling, game design and interior design. Students can choose career programs or focused short courses based on their goals.

Where is Arena Animation located in Malad?

The centre is on the 4th floor, Kothari Milestone, Swami Vivekananda Road, near Natraj Market, Malad West, Mumbai 400064 — easily reachable from Malad, Goregaon and Kandivali.

Is the training practical and hands-on?

Yes. Reviewers describe a strong blend of theory and hands-on practice, with step-by-step demonstrations, regular workshops and study tours that build real industry-relevant skills.

Are the faculty experienced?

Many students mention supportive, knowledgeable faculty with industry experience — names like Sanjay Mishra are praised in reviews. We encourage prospective students to attend a counselling session and ask about faculty and student showreels before enrolling.

Does Arena Animation Malad help with placements and careers?

The centre offers career counselling, portfolio and showreel guidance and runs industry seminars. We recommend discussing placement support details directly with the counsellor so expectations are clear before joining.

Can beginners with no design background join?

Absolutely. Several reviewers came from traditional media or had no prior digital experience and found the lessons beginner-friendly, with tools and workflows broken down step by step.

Can I visit for a demo before enrolling?

Yes, we welcome you to visit the Malad West centre for career counselling and to discuss a demo session. Visiting in person lets you see the infrastructure, meet faculty and clarify course details and fees.

What software and tools will I learn?

Depending on your course you'll work with tools used across the industry such as Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Nuke and 2D/3D animation software, on lab systems at the centre.

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