B.L.D.E.

ASSOCIATION

VACHANA PITAMAHA Dr.P.G. HALAKATTI COLLEGEOF

ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY,VIJAYAPURA.

Department of Architecture

Topic: SCHOOL OF MARTIAL ARTS

AFSHEEN NAAZ AHMEDLAPPY

VIIIsem
Thesis Seminar 15ARC8.3
2BL17AT001

Submitted by
AFSHEEN NAAZ AHMEDLAPPY

Prof. S.S.NADUVINAMANI .Prof.R.B.JAMMANAKATTI

(HoD) (Co Ordinator)

Prof. R.S. JIRLI Prof. BHAVANI KULKARNI

(Design Chair) (staff in charge)

Dr. ATULAYARE
Principal

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INTRODUCTION OF TOPIC:

• Self-defense is a countermeasure that involves defending the health and well-being of

oneself from harm.The use of the right of self-defense as a legal justification for the use
of force in times of danger is available in many jurisdictions.

• Self defense is essentially necessary for an individual for the protection of one self and
other loved ones.

• Along with the self defense yoga and meditation are also a very integral part of ones
mental and physical health.

MARTIAL ARTS-

• Martial arts are codified systems and traditions of combat practiced for a number of
reasons such as self-defense; military and law enforcement applications; competition;
physical, mental, and spiritual development; entertainment; and the preservation of a
nation's intangible cultural heritage.

HISTORY OF THE TOPIC-

• Going back in history, I learnt that martial arts originated in India and then spread to
other counties of the Orient, including China, Korea, Mongolia and Japan.
• While Buddhists texts in India have plenty of references to different styled of fighting,
there are several other which are not much known outside the region of their birth.

• Bodhidharma was a South Indian prince, the third son of his father, who arrived in China
after a harrowing three-year sea voyage during which he also broke journey in Indonesia
• When Bodhidharma joined the monks, he observed that they were not in good physical
condition. Most of their routine revolved around spending hours each day hunched over
tables where they transcribed handwritten texts. Consequently, the Shaolin monks lacked
the physical and mental stamina needed to perform even the most basic of Buddhist
meditation practices. Bodhidharma countered this weakness by teaching them moving
exercises, designed to both enhance chi flow and build strength. These sets, modified from
Indian yoga (mainly hatha, and raja) were based on the movements of the 18 main animals
in Indo-Chinese iconography.This is thought by some to be the beginnings of Shaolin Kung
Fu.

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INDIAN MARTIAL ARTS-

• Kalaripayattu (Oldest Martial Art in India)
• Silambam (is a kind of Staff Fencing)
• Malla yuddha/wrestling
• Thoda
• Lathi
• Kushti

WESTERN MARTIAL ARTS-

• Kung fu
• Judo
• Karate
• Boxing
• Akido
• Tai chi
• Wrestling
• Taekwondo

• Martial arts in karnataka-

• One of the earliest martial art is Vajra Musti or fighting with knuckles. There are regional
variations of this art and the it still survives in Mysore and Gwalior. Both the Wodeyars of
Mysore and Gaekwads of Gwalior were patrons of this art.
• The Chalukya Emperor, Someshwara, has written about this art as has the Buddhist text,
“The Lotus Sutra”, which belongs to Mahayana branch of Buddhism.
• Another native form is the Kalaripayattu of Kerala. It is one of the oldest forms of
fighting that still exists in the world. It generally includes strikes, kicks, grappling, preset
forms, weaponry and healing methods. It has three main styles-north, central and south.
• Though the south style is now extinct, the Tamil style of Adi Murai is classified as the
southern kalarippayattu by Kerala Kalarippayattu association.

• The Malla Yuddha is an Indian form of wrestling and one of the many variants is still
existing in Mysore and Bangalore. The Wodeyar Emperor, Ranadheera Kanteerva was an
expert as were Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. The place where wrestlers practice is called
Garadi Mane. Mysore has more than two dozens such manes and Bangalore has a few in
Ranasinghpet.

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Courses offered in martial arts school-
1.Certificate in martial arts –
Course duration- 3 months
Eligibility- 10th
-Physical fitness, acrobatics, aerobics etc.

-Traditional & modern martial arts, boxing, kick-boxing.

-Un-armed combat (Army defense skill).

-Yoga therapy.

-Personality development.

-Army drill, uniform discipline, duties, night duties, reception duties etc.
2 classrooms-
Senior
Junior
Full-time course – 8 Hrs per day – 6 days per week, apprx. 300 hours of training.

2. Diploma in Martial Art (DMA)

Course Duration - 6 Months
Eligibility - 12th/ CMA
-Physical fitness, acrobatics, aerobics etc.
-Traditional & modern martial arts, boxing, kick-boxing.
-Un-armed combat (Army defense skill).
-Yoga therapy.
-Personality development.
-Army drill, uniform discipline, duties, night duties, reception duties etc.
-All physical training & technical training will be covered in detail. The candidate should
compulsory attend the Basic Course to participate in Advanced course.
Full-time course – 8 Hrs per day – 6 days per week, apprx. 600 hours of training.

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3. Post Graduate Diploma in Martial Art (PGDMA)

Course Duration - 12 Months
Eligibility - Graduation/ DMA
2 classrooms-
Junior
senior
4. Bachelor of Martial Arts (BMA)
Compulsory Subjects-
1. History and Philosophy
2. Human Anatomy and Physiology
3. Martial Arts Psychology
4. Health and Sports Science
5. Martial Arts Culture and Heritage
6. Traditional Martial Arts
Optional Subject s (Choice Any Three)
1. Indian Martial Arts
2. Japanese Martial Arts
3. Chinese Martial Arts
4. Korean Martial Arts
5. Mixed Martial Arts
Course Duration - 3 Years
Intake- 40-45
Eligibility - 12th
3 classrooms

5. Master of Martial Arts (MMA)

Course Duration - 2 Years
Compulsory Topics-
1. History and Philosophy
2.Anatomy and Physiology
3.Sports Science and Injury
4. Martial Arts Psychology
5.Culture and Heritage
6.Scientific Training Methodology
7.Martial Arts Science
8.Research Inclusive
Optional Subject s (Choice Any One)
1. Indian Martial Arts
2. Japanese Martial Arts
3. Chinese Martial Arts
4. Korean Martial Arts
5. Mixed Martial Arts

Eligibility – BMA
Intake-40-45
2 classrooms

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6. Doctor of Martial Arts (DMA/Ph.D)

Course Duration - 3 Years
1.History and Philosophy
2.Research Methodology
3.Fieldwork, Seminar, Practical work & Academic activities
4.Thesis & Viva-voce
5.Research Conclusion

Eligibility – MMA
3 classrooms
Intake-30-40

TOTAL NO OF STUDENTS- 500

AIM AND OBJECTIVES-
• Aims to provide a safe and sound space for all the genders for learning and training.
• Proposal will be a centre of training women in different forms of self defense techniques
and martial arts.
• . To encourage Education and Research in the Martial Arts
• To promote professionalism throughout the Martial Arts, and amongst martial arts students
and teachers.
• A space to refresh the body mind and spirit.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Admin block-
Lobby
Admission cell
Board room
Chairman room
Director office
Administrative office
Academic co Ordinator office
Staff toilet

• Parking
• Security cabin
• Reception
• Traditional martial arts requirements-
• Kalari payittu training hall
• Wrestling/kushti hall
• Meditation hall/yoga hall

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• Western martial arts requirements-
• Training Halls-
Kungfu studio
Taekwando practice studio
karate practice studio
boxing practice
judo practice

• Theory Classes-
• Dressing rooms
• Café/canteen
• Martial art Museum
• Open ground for training
• Swimming pool
• Mini indoor Stadium
• Auditorium
• Staff residence-
Teaching
Non teaching
• Dormitory-
Male
Female
• Gym
• Male toilets
• Female toilets
• Recreational area
• Conference hall
• Doctor rom
• Instructor room

SCOPE:

• Women in general are encouraged to learn to defend themselves as every individual

should be able to do it.
• Providing a self defense learning school will help women to be able to protect
themselves from any harm.
• And a added benefit of yoga and meditation for the wellness of ones physical and mental
health.
RELEVANCE:
• The chosen city i.e shimoga is a natural beauty and is covered with lush greens and
nature so to provide a self defense school in such a place will only enhance and motivate
the learning process.
• It is also a developing city and the demographics state.

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IDEOLOGY OF DESIGN :

• The idea of the project is to make or create a safe space for learning martial arts and
other techniques of self defense .
• In india there are many forms of martial arts practiced but there are two main
categories I,e traditional and western martial arts.
• My idea of deisgn is to provide or combine both of these distinct forms of martial arts
in one space where students from across the country can learn both the form of
martial arts.
• To help promote knowledge of both our Indian martial arts and western martial arts.

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CASE STUDY 01 -

• NATIONAL MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY INDIA-

Area of the site- 2.5 acres

• . National Martial Arts Academy (An Academic Unit of National Martial Arts
Committee India, Regd by Government of India) has been founded with the objective of
providing high quality martial arts & fitness development programs. NMAA-India is a
Martial Arts, Yoga & Fitness Academy that focuses on modern coaching methodologies
and provides the most effective learning environment to produce champions of
tomorrow.
• National Martial Arts Academy is an Academic wing of National Martial Arts Committee-
India (Regd. by Govt of India)
• National Martial Arts Committee India is a non-profit organization, which registered under
the Trust Act of Government of India
• NMAC India is Affiliated as Official National Unit and apex of Asian Martial Arts Games
Committee and World Martial Arts Games Committee.

• Martial Arts Courses

• Certificate in Martial Art (CMA)
• Course Duration - 3 Months
• Eligibility - 10th
• Intake 30-40

• Diploma in Martial Art (DMA)

• Course Duration - 6 Months
• Eligibility - 12th/ CMA
• Intake 30-40

• Post Graduate Diploma in Martial Art (PGDMA)

• Course Duration - 12 Months
• Eligibility - Graduation/ DMA
• Intake 30-40

• Yoga Science Courses

• Certificate in Yoga Science (CYS)
• Course Duration - 3 Months
• Eligibility - 10th

• Diploma in Yoga Science (DYS)

• Course Duration - 6 Months
• Eligibility - 12th/ CBY

• Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga Science (PGDYS)

• Course Duration - 12 Months
• Eligibility - Graduation/ DYS

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• Fitness Exercise Courses

• Certificate in Fitness Exercise (CFE)
• Course Duration - 3 Months
• Eligibility - 10th

• Diploma in Fitness Exercise (DFE)

• Course Duration - 6 Months
• Eligibility - 12th/ CFE

• Post Graduate Diploma in Fitness Exercise (PGDFE)

• Course Duration - 12 Months
• Eligibility - Graduation/ DFE

• Health and Nutrition Courses

• Certificate in Health and Nutrition (CHN)
• Course Duration - 3 Months
• Eligibility - 10th

• Diploma in Health and Nutrition (DHN)

• Course Duration - 6 Months
• Eligibility - 12th/ CHN

• Post Graduate Diploma in Health and Nutrition (PGDHN)

• Course Duration - 12 Months
• Eligibility - Graduation/ DHN

• IIMAER Proposed Courses{INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTION FOR MARTIAL

ARTS EDUCATION AND RESEARCH}
• Bachelor of Martial Arts (BMA)
• Course Duration - 3 Years
• Eligibility - 12th
• Intake 40-45

• Master of Martial Arts (MMA)

• Course Duration - 2 Years
• Eligibility – BMA

• Doctor of Martial Arts (DMA/Ph.D)

• Course Duration - 3 Years
• Eligibility - MMA

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• National Martial Arts Committee India is a non-profit organization, who registerd

under the Trust Act of Government of India

• NMAC India is Affilaited as Official National Unit of Asian Martial Arts Games
Committe and World Martial Arts Games Committee

• We have the exclusive Master Rights for the “Martial Arts Education Program”
(MAEP) designed by National Martial Arts Academy, NMAA-India offers Martial
Arts Research and Education for all.

• NMAA-India offers a complete Martial Arts Pathway to its Participants through an

integrated Martial Arts development program with a well-defined and progressive
road map. From learning the basics of fitness through fun and modified games,
children get the opportunity to experience their martial arts development journey
through sequential coaching programs resulting in development of their martial arts
potential whilst simultaneously supporting their academic growth. Besides quality
coaching, emphasis is placed on game scenario; match Practice & tournament
preparation and playing performance.

• National Martial Arts Academy is affiliated with International Institution for Martial
Arts Education and Research (Proposed to be World Martial Arts University) has
been constituted as an academic institute of International Association of Combative
Sports.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS-
•Site Area Requirement – minimum 1 acre
• Classroms- based on no of students and courses offered
• Intake of students in each class-30-40
• There are no norms or guidelines provided.

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CASE STUDY 02 -

• KALARI GURUKULUM,CHIKKAGUBBI
VILLAGE,BENGALURU,KARNATAKA.

• Area of the site- 67 ft x57 ft

• Major spaces in building are kalari ,accommodation and the massage centre.
• Guest accommodation- 2 rooms for guests visiting for training
• Dining room,cooking area and restrooms
• Total no of intake-120-125
kalari Gurukulam is a training and research centre for the ancient martial art form of
Kalaripayattu.This institution headed by Guru Ranjan Mullaratt is Dedicated to train,
promote, encourage, and disseminate the art and science Kalaripayattu, it conducts
training classes, conducts workshops, holds events and performances, and publishes
study and research material about Kalaripayattu.

• The institute is located in the outskirts of Bangalore, the capital city of Karnataka,
India. It features a traditional Kalari built with mud and other earthy elements as
well as a modern studio for interested practitioners and trainees. The modern studio
is located on the Brigade Road, just behind the St. Patrick’s Church. With facilities
for residential training as well as day-to-day training for Kalari enthusiasts,
Gurukulam promotes Kalaripayattu through public performances, awareness events,
as well as publications. Gurukulam seeks to spread the knowledge of the art of
Kalaripayattu across the country and the world.

• Kalari Gurukulam conducts regular training classes and workshops, hold events and
performances, and publishes study and research material about Kalaripayattu. It also
provides Kalari and Marma treatments for orthopaedic and life style conditions.
Kalari Gurukulam promotes and supports training schools in India as well as abroad.

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CASE STUDY 03 -

• KALARIYIL DHARMIKAM[INDIAN SCHOOL OF MARTIAL ARTS] KERALA.

• Area of the site- 6 acres
• 50% plantations
• 40% of built site
• 10% farm area
• No of intake-100-120
Facilities-
Car parking
Guru residence
Guest house
Reception block
Temple area
Garden and waterbody
Dining,kitchen,store room
Mandapam and pavilions for rest
Medicine room
Treatment room
Healing room
Kalari room
Outdoor kalari
Meditation cave

• Kalariyil Dharmikam Ashram is a center of learning, healing, and spirituality. The

teaching of Kalaripayattu, rejuvenating Kalari Chikilsa treatments, and daily spiritual
rituals make this ashram a unique place. In fact, this is the only ashram with these three
aspects—Martial, Medical, and Spiritual—that together emphasize tradition and
authenticity.
• These aspects overlap and support each other. You may wish to come for healing or for the
martial arts teaching. Or perhaps you are looking for the peace and quiet that this
sanctuary offers. Some guests even wish to enjoy a combination of the three. As long as
your desire is to grow, this is an ideal place to visit and learn.

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• SHAOLIN TEMPLE,CHINA.

1.Ksitgarba hall
2.Hall of thousand buddhas
3.Hall of white cloth
4.Monks quarters
5.Snow pavilion
6.Samantabhadra hall
7.Pagoda yard
8.Monks yard
9.Guest hall
10.Mahavira hall
11.Corridor of steles
12.Zhonpu hall
13.Kimnara hall
14.Bell tower
15.Six ancestors hall
16.Drum tower
17.East gate
18.West gate

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CASE STUDY-

• Dojo Stara Wieś.

Area of the site- 148 acres
Location-poland

• The facility is equipped with 2 conference rooms. They come with a screen 3m x 3m,
projector, sound system and flipchart.

• Size of rooms:
• Room 1 large: 50m x 14m, height 3.80m
• Room 2 small: 13m x 13m, height 3.80m

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CASE STUDY-

• Dojo Stara Wieś.

• Sports hall.
• It is a space of 2000m² with three rooms equipped with high quality specialist
training floor, judo and karate tatami mats, training mirrors, punching bags and
handles for TRX equipment. changing rooms consist of three rooms with showers,
heated floors, ventilated cabinets.

• Size of halls:
• Hall 1 large "L" shape: 50m x 30m x 14m, height 3.80m
• Hall 2 small: 13m x 13m, height 3.80m
• Hall 3 with judo mats: 13m x 13m, height 3.80m

• Canteen.
• The canteen is located in a the same bulding as reception. In addition to traditional
tables, restaurant contains a section decorated in Japanese style.There is, a terrace
where guests, can enjoy meals outside. Professionally equipped kitchen allows us to
prepare high quality dishes. Menu can be matched to the individual needs of guests.
• Restaurant may be used by 120 people at once.

• Size: 16m x 10m, height 3m, including japanese part: 7m x 5m.

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• COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF TRADITIONAL MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOLS-

KALARI KALARIYIL DHARMIKAM

GURUKULAM
LOCATION Banglore,karnataka Trivandrum,kerala

Area of site 1 acre 6 acres

Martial art form Kalaripayittu kalaripayittu

No of intake in 120-125 100-120

total
Parking No specific space No specific space for
for parking parking

Accommodation 2 guest rooms Guru residence with

guest rooms

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https://nmaaindia.com/

http://www.vobium.com/view/courses/1-14559-869/basic-certificate-course-in-self-defence-
civil-defence-certificate-by-stunt-academy-india

http://imasi.co.in/

https://www.bplans.com/martial-arts-school-business-plan/

http://www.dojostarawies.com/en.html

https://wmauniversity.com/research-programs

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METHODOLOGY:

1. SELECTION OF THE TOPIC

2. HISTORY OF THE TOPIC
3. NEED OF THE PROJECT
4. STUDY OF THE PROJECT
5. LITERATURE STUDY
6. CASE STUDY
7. UNDERSTANDING THE PROBLEM

REQUIRMENTS

SITE SELECTION AND AREA ANALISIS

DESISN CRITERIA

DESIGN PROPOSAL

DESIGN IMPLICATIONS

PRILIMINARY DRAWINGS

CONCEPT

DETAIL DRAWING AND MODEL

FINAL PROJECT

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WHY SHIVAMOGGA-

• Shimoga District in Karnataka stands 108th in all crime records in 2013. 103rd in
no of murders, 101st in no of rapes, 67th in no of robberies, 200th in no of thefts,
36th in no of dacoities, 160th in no of kidnapings, 44th in no of riots.

• As the city is an entrance for the karavali region where the martial arts have
originated.
• As it is connected to the coastal cities of Karnataka and is also considered for the
smart city project in Karnataka.
• Introducing the martial arts forms of karnataka to other states of Karnataka would
be conserving and spreading the knowledge of these forms of martial arts.
• As Shivamogga is alo very well connected to other cities of Karnataka it will pave a
way of providing other students of other cities to come and learn martial arts.

INTRODUCTION TO CITY:
• Shimoga, officially known as Shivamogga,is a city and the district headquarters of
Shimoga district in the central part of the state of Karnataka, India. The city lies on the
banks of the Tunga River. Being the gateway for the hilly region of the Western Ghats,
the city is popularly nicknamed as "Gateway to Malnad". The population of Shimoga city
is 322,650 as per 2011 census.The city has been selected for the Smart Cities project,
standing in the fourth position in the state and 25th in the country as of November 2020.
• The city is 569 m above sea level and is surrounded by lush green paddy fields, arecanut
and coconut groves. It is located 267 km from the state capital Bangalore and 195 km
from the port city Mangalore.

• The place is renowned for its rich heritage, culture and mesmerizing beauty. Shimoga in
Karnataka is an ideal getaway destination to enjoy nature in its full glory. This region is
also termed as the “gateway to malnad” because it acts as a gateway to the hilly regions
of the western ghats.

TRANSPORTATION:
• Shimoga is well connected by road to major cities like Bangalore, Mangalore, Hubli.
Two major National Highways pass through the City.

• The city has two railway stations, and there are trains that run to and from Bangalore,
Mysore, Tirupati and Chennai.

• Shimoga Airport is under construction in Sogane, 6 km south of Shimoga.[24] The

nearest international airports are Kempegowda International Airport and Mangalore
International Airport.

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GEOGRAPHY AND TOPOGRAPHY:

• According to the Shimoga City Municipal Corporation, the city has a total area of about
50 square kilometres (19 sq mi). Most/all these hills are part of the Western Ghats, a
region known for plentiful rainfall and lush greenery and declared during 2012 as a
World Heritage site. Tunga River flows through Shimoga.

CLIMATE:
• The climate is tropical wet and dry (Köppen climate classification) summer average
temperature 20–35 °C (68–95 °F). This means that the winter and the early part of
summer are typically dry periods. The majority of the rainfall occurs between June and
early October. Shimoga is a part of a region known as Malnad (land of hills) in
Karnataka. Yearly, the rainfall aggregates up to 3295mm of precipitation.
• January and February are the driest months, July the wettest, and April is the warmest
month with an average high temperature of 35.5 degrees Celsius (95.9 degrees F).Coldest
months of Shimoga are July, August, November and December with average high
temperature of 27 degrees Celsius (80.6 degrees F). In summer (April–May), temperature
crosses 36 °C at Shimoga.

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• TRANSPORT
• By Road : by bus / self drive - The main bus stand in Bijapur is near the southwestern
side of the citadel, near the city center and another is Satellite Bus stand Bijapur.
• By Rail : Bijapur has its own railway station.
• By Air : The nearest airports are at Hubli(201 Km) and Belgaum (205 km).

• ART AND CULTURE

• Navaraspur was the auditorium of the Adil Shahs, Every year the local administration
organizes the Navaraspur Festival to attract tourists.
• Shri Shiddeshwar Temple situated at the heart of the city is a holy place for Hindus
which is
also a very beautiful tourist place to visit. During Makar Sankranti an annual fare is
organized by Shri Siddheshwar Temple.

• CLIMATE
• The climate of Bijapur district is generally dry and healthy.
• In summer, especially in April and May it is too hot; temperature lays between 40-
degree Celsius to 42-degree Celsius.
• In winter season, from November to January the temperature is between 15-degree
Celsius to 20-degree Celsius.
• Humidity varies from 10% to 30%.
• The average annual rainfall for the whole district is 552.8

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