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Film Career

October 11, 2007

Film is probably the broadest and most varied creative opportunity in mass media. Films, a blend of creativity and technicality are an important media, not only for entertainment and information, but also for communication. Films, the most international medium, have developed into a universal art form that transcends cultural differences. Film making include feature films, documentaries, newsreels, Promotional films, TV commercials, music Videos etc. The craft of filmmaking is a teamwork which needs close coordination of various skilled individuals. It involves acting, directing, producing, script writing, cinematography, sound recording, visual mixing, editing and so on. A film maker like the captain of a ship has to look at all these aspects of film making. He has to start at the very bottom and work his way up. i.e. beginning with raising capital for the film to its distribution, screening as well as all the stages of its crafting. The field of film making which is highly competitive is one that has a lot of scope for employment opportunities especially, India which releases a large number of films every year. If one has artistic and technical skills and at the same time ability to express ideas, this is the right field for you. Even for acting and directing, which are basically creative fields that require inherent talent; training helps to hone the skills. In areas like cinematography, sound engineering and editing, professional training is essential. There are several universities institutions that offer training in these areas. The pioneering institute in this line is the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune.There is a shortage of technical people in Film Industry. Therefore such courses in Film education can be very beneficial for those who are interested in making their careers in Film. For some courses there is no requirement of acting skills. Some parents are very introvert for a Film Career for their children as they think that it is a non-reliable source of income. But nowadays so many institutes have come forward to provide the courses and degrees for Film Education and they also provide job assisstance after the completion of course or degree. Hence you can surely go ahead for a bright and successful Film Career.

Eligibilty Criteria Educational Qualification: For technical courses basic eligibility is 10+2. For other courses it is graduation. There will be aptitude tests and interviews to assess the candidates talents. Duration of courses depends on the course one opts for and the institution chosen. There are Diploma, Post Diploma and even Certificate courses in each area of specialisation. Specialisation areas include production, direction, editing, cinematography, film processing, animation, acting, sound engineering, make up, photography and so on. Personal Attributes: Artistic flair, ability to work cooperatively, sense of responsibility, ability to work under pressure, great physical stamina, strong visual sense, good communication skills and for production and direction; leadership qualities, ability to bring out talent in others, creative instincts as well as managerial and administrative abilities are essential.

Careers in films can be those related to the actual production of the film and those related to the film field such as a Film critic, Film archivist, Film curator, Film distributor etc.
Production: Production involves too many responsibilities, sheer hardwork and anxiety after the release whether the hard work put in was worth it. Usually the production team is the first to arrive on the sets and the last to leave.
Producer: He is the over-all in charge of a film. Producer is responsible right from raising finance up to marketing the film. He is the decision making authority in all matters, plans and manages the technical and artistic resources. It is he who decides the story, obtain legal permission, hires the director, actors, decides the crew and the location etc. Production Manager and Production Assistants help the Producer in his job. The producer’s role is sometimes combined with that of directing.
Post graduates in Mass Communication or diploma holders from the Film and Television Institutes can enter as professionals. But it is not a must. Personally he should have good communication skills, patience and stamina. He should also have a through knowledge and experience in the film industry and entrepreneurial ability to succeed.
Production Manager: The production manager shoulders the delegated responsibility for the overall organisation of the film. He is responsible for the technical pre-planning of productions and for coordinating the crew, cast and scenery within a prescribed budget.
Production Assistant: He acts as the coordinator while the producer or director is doing his artistic thing. It is the production assistant who actually make everything happen as planned. He handles all the administrative work, such as booking hotels and flights for the crew, arranging shooting schedules etc. and he is also responsible for keeping records of film sequences, scripts, call sheets and daily reports.
Direction
Director: He is responsible for the management of all the creative aspects that go into the making of a film. These are the people who make the unreal real–who turn the pages of a script into reality on the screen. The director is in complete charge of the studio or location floor and controls the film artistically. He decides the camera angle and directs the work of the cast and crew, costumes, choreography and music, conduct rehearsals etc.
Assistant director: They ensure all the timely arrangement of things that are required for the shoot. There can be one or more assistant directors, depending upon the film budget.
Editing, Acting & Animation
Editor: The work of an editor requires great skill, it is he who puts the film in correct sequential order. He views processed film and video with production personnel to analyse, evaluate and select scenes and to determine which scenes need to be improved or re-shot. He synchronizes the sound track and adds special effects wherever necessary. Degree in film direction and editing or professional experience is required.
Screenplay writer: Screen play writer rewrites the original story, on which the film is based, in a format suitable for the screen. A graduate or postgraduate degree in literature with proficiency in creative writing can become a screen play writer.
Actor: An actor should have an ability to emote well and become the character he represents in the film. They are the ones who come in direct contact with the masses and the most appreciated. Actors need a great deal of patience and commitment because most productions require long rehearsal schedules and retakes. Acting is a highly competitive profession and lot of talent, mettle as well as luck is needed to make it to the top and create a place for themselves in the field. A screen presence and a good physical appearance are additional attributes to be successful in the field. Even though formal training is not a necessity, a graduate/post graduate degree in acting will help to sharpen skills and give exposure.
Animator: Animation films are created by filming sequences of drawings or computer graphics and processing them at high speed so that they appear to be moving. Animation graphics are used in action films to stimulate real events.
Animators use their drawing skills to create moving images and effects for feature films, TV commercials, and short features. Drawing skills are crucial for all animators, and technical and computer training are integrated into the professional training. Personally, they must be artistically inclined, imaginative, skilful and practical, able to generate new ideas and put those ideas into sketches. One can work as an animator for Cartoons, feature-length movies, TV commer cials or motion graphics, multimedia or as a game designer. Proficiency in graphic software’s or a graduate or postgraduate degree in Fine arts, Applies Arts, Graphic Design, Animation Design, Visual Communication Design etc is helpful in getting into this field. The basic qualification for training in this field is 10+2/ equivalent.
Light and Sound
Cinematographer: He is responsible for composing each scene to be shot, decides lighting and camera angles as per directors requirement. He leads the camera/lighting team and is involved in the planning and execution of a shoot from the pre-production stage. Job requires high technical knowledge and experience in the field. In big units lighting technician may work out the lighting plan for each shot.
Cameraman: The cameraman handles the camera and the camera assistants collaborate with him. The Cameraman operates the camera according to the instructions of the Cinematographer. Good technical ability and knowledge of cameras and lenses is essential.
Lighting Technician/Operator: Lighting is used to change the mood of a scene or to indicate practical aspects such as day or night. Lighting technician arranges all the lighting effects. They determine light needed during each shot.
Soundmen: Responsible for all sounds or effects that accompany visual images (Sound Mixing). The work includes recording, dubbing and mixing of music, dialogues and other sound effects. The Sound Mixer or Sound Engineer puts together the various elements of the sound track and edits it to give it a final shape. The Sound Recordist works under the Sound Mixer and ensures proper recording. Degree or diploma in Audiography or Electronics is required. For admission to these courses a Science background at plus two level is preferred.
Film Related Careers
Film critic: A critic needs to be well read, have adequate knowledge and experience in his respective field. Only persons having good knowledge about the particular subject/art can authoritatively write about the subject. He has to interview filmmakers and actors, covers local developments in the film business, and attend film festivals from time to time. Reading significant histories and biographies, understanding critical theory of film, and becoming familiar with the history of film arts are keys to success as a critic.
Film Archivist: Archivists are involved with the collection, arrangement and provision and preservation of archives. Archives include official documents, photographs, maps, audio-visual material and any other information-bearing media that contains valuable historical information of individuals, companies, government departments and other organisations. An archivist can be a Film Archivist, Reference Archivist, Photographic Archivist, Appraisal Archivist, Manuscript Librarian etc. A graduate or postgraduate degree in one of more of the areas like history, art history, anthropology, archaeology, Latin, English literature, public administration, politics, law or economics or a postgraduate degree in Library and Information Studies; Museum, Gallery and Archives Management and Information Management is essential to get into this field. Archivists need to have good communication skills, analytical and research skills, an eye for detail, problem-solving skills and organisational ability, Knowledge of different databases and , Archivists need to be patient, accurate, thorough and able to make good judgements about what information to keep. They should work in a well organised and methodical manner, be able to keep information private and work well under pressure.

Earnings of workers in the motion picture production and distribution industry vary, depending on education and experience, type of work, union affiliation, and duration of employment. Salaries for directors vary widely. Producers seldom get a set salary; instead, they get a percentage of a show’s earnings or ticket sales.

Institution Name: SAE Technology College, India
Place: Tamil Nadu
Address: Chennai (Head Quarters) : 29/8, Jayalakshmi Estates, 6th Floor, Haddows Road, Chennai – 600006
Website: http://www.saeindia.net

Institution Details: Ph. No. 044) 044- 28214045, 28214227, 28203942
Other Centres
Bangalore 224, 2nd Floor, Sathyasai Complex, 14th Cross, 2nd Main, Sampige Main Road, Malleswaram, Bangalore-03. Tel No. (080) 3466082, 3466529/30
Coimbatore 1176 Trichy Road, Coimabatore – 641045 Tel No. (0422)2317647, 2311098
Office Delhi 308, Chintels Techno Park, A-30, Kailash Colony, New Delhi-110048 Tel No. (011) 6436949, 9810618226
Trivandrum G-11, TC-9/1419, Jawahar Nagar, Trivandrum -695041 Tel No. (0471)2722712,2722704
SAE TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE was set up in 1976 at Sydney by Prof Tom Misner, a leading producer and audio Engineer.
Headquartered in Amsterdam, SAE has a worldwide network of 42 colleges in 18 countries across 4 continents. The largest Audio, Multimedia and Digital Film Making college in the world, it owns the second oldest and the world’s largest audio studio -studios 301.
As per the survey of Price waterhouse coopers titled “Entertainment Industry 2004″ the industry is poised to grow to 1 trillion USD by 2004 with Asia Pacific contributing to 217 billion USD which forms more than 22%of the world market.
The report dwells at length on industry growth in specialized areas as Music, Broadcast, Animation, Feature films, Digital films, Internet broadcast and Broad band based solutions for the media industry.
“Your natural talent for Film making, plus our specialized training methods and film industry experience will help you to establish “your voice” as editor, producer, or director. Through SAE’s film programs students learn the latest technology and creative confidence and independence necessary for effective pre-production, production, and post-production,” says Professor Tom Misner.
The course curriculam at SAE has been developed over the years by industry experts from all over the world (42 campus worldwide), taking into considerations the innovations in the global entertainment industry with being the same worldwide, additions are being made to the standardized curriculam by adding 20 to 25% contents to suit local industry requirement. The studios of SAE work 24 hours round the clock, thereby providing students an opportunity to have a 100% practical education.
The board of education in India comprises of eminent Industry professionals as
• Mr. Priyadarshan on Direction and Film making
• Mr. Santhosh Sivan on Cinematography and Production Techniques
• Mr. Suresh Balaje on Technology usage in film making and advanced use of Camera
• Mr. Deepan Chatterjee on Audio Engineering Techniques and Production
• Mr. Ramesh Nambiar – Contribution in the area of Public relations and Industry interface
• Dr. S.P Balasubramaniam – on Audio Engineering
• Dr. Prasanna Jackson- Management Sciences
Students have a PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO made for himself along with the INTERNSHIP CERTIFICATE bearing testimony of work done at any leading production studio (in the chosen field of study) as a proof of his/ her competence to work in the industry.
Further SAE has tie ups with the following internships
Real Image Technologies, Varsha Vallaki (Music Director, Mr. Vidya Sagar’s Studio) Prasad Film Laboratories, Ogilvy and Mather, Four frame works, Mudra communications, Jadoo Works Animation, Galm Slam recording studio, Octavius Music Recording Studio, Studio, Purple Haze Studio Pvt. Ltd, Sunny Super Sound Pvt Ltd, S S Digital, Stark Communication, Break Through, Toonz Animation, Vismayamax Studios, etc.
Placements
Our students have been well placed with several giants in the industry like BBC Delhi, Radio Mirchi, Go FM, Real Image, J Davis, Versatile Sound and Lights, AVM Recording, Prasad Labs and Many more.
SAE Technology College announces Bridge courses in India
SAE Technology College has announced for the first time in the country bridge courses in media education which is targeted at students and working professionals to further education based on the Credit Collection Concept
A Student can take courses with specified units which award credit points, which in turn lead to accreditation as Diploma or Dual Diploma. These credit points can be used to pursue education abroad at a later stage (accredited to the Middlesex University and the US Department of education for further studies)
Registrations are in full swing for the Bridge programmes, which are scheduled to begin in Mid April at Trivandrum, Chennai, Coimabatore and Bangalore.
The Bridge Programmes are
Electronic Music and Synthesis
Multimedia Post Production
Graphics and Film Animation
Post Production for Film and & Television
Film and content Editing (Avid)
Certificate in sound Engineering
At the end of the course the students have a Professional Portfolio made for himself along with the internship Certificate bearing testimony of work done at any leading production studio (in the chosen field of study) as a proof of his/ her competence work in the industry.
Course(s) Offered: Audio Engineering
Duration : 9 months The Programme provides the multiple skills necessary for today’s successful Audio Engineer. The Student will learn both the technical and creative sides of the recording process and on the business side; the student will learn aspects of music management and contracts, as well as financial issues related to the music business
The curriculam being carried out as 3 hours a day, 6 days a week and the course runs for 700 hours (approx 8 months). The students have to do an album at the end of the course exhibiting the talents acquired during the course as a part of their project. Dual Diploma course is also offered in Audio Engineering and Digital Film Making of 24 months duration

Digital Film Making
Duration : 17 months The Digital Film Making Course aims at a) Introduction to the production and pre production stages of the Digital Film and Video production process b) Focus on the postproduction stage with hands on practice on Digital Nonlinear editing software and the students are introduced to studio sound production and creative script writing. c) Advanced knowledge in the post production process covering the subjects 3D modeling and virtual video shoots which are considered as essential in the digital film and video production Dual Diploma course is also offered in Audio Engineering and Digital Film Making of 24 months duration and Media Technology and Digital Film Making of 23 months duration.
Media Technology
Duration : 12 months The media Technology course aims at giving a student a) To Conceptualize multimedia projects and get involved in all the various stages of designing & mastering the final product. b) A good theoretical understanding of the systems and equipments used in Media Industry. c) In depth Practical experience in Pre& Post Production Techniques & Presentation Tools Dual Diploma course is also offered in Media Technology and Digital Film Making of 23 months duration.

Certificate Courses

Institution Name: Film & Television Institute Of India, Pune
Place: Maharashtra
Address: Film & Television Institute Of India, Law College Road, Pune 411004
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Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Certificate Course In Acting
Duration: 6 month Eligibility: University degree or diploma in theatre arts with acting specialisation or equivalent
Certificate Course In Film Direction, Cinematography, Audiography & Editing
Duration: 1 year Eligibility: Those who have completed the basic course successfully Selection: On the basis of written test and interview Centres: Allahabad, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Pune & Tiruvananthapuram Test date: 14 November Application form & prospectus can be had from the institute by sending a crossed demand draft of Rs. 250/- drawn on any of the branches of the State Bank Of India or Bank of India in favour of the “Accounts Officer, Film & TV Institute Of India, Pune” on payment of requisite charges

Institution Name: Academy 18, Studio 18, Kalkaji
Place: Delhi
Address: Academy 18, Studio 18, India (Pvt) Ltd, 8, Balaji Estate, Guru Ravi Das Marg, Kalkaji, New Delhi 110019
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Institution Details: Ph: 6225901-06
Course(s) Offered: Certificate Course In Production & Direction
Duration: 6 month Eligibility: Graduation

Institution Name: Anna University, Chennai
Place: Tamil Nadu
Address: Anna University, Chennai 600025
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Certificate Course In Professional Videography
Duration: 3 month Course

Institution Name: University Of Mumbai, Mumbai
Place: Maharashtra
Address: University Of Mumbai, M.G. Road, Fort, Mumbai 400032
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Certificate Course In Sound Recording & Reproduction
Duration: 1 year Eligibility: 10+2/Intermediate or equivalent

Institution Name: C-DIT (Centre for Development of Imaging Technology), Thiruvananthapuram
Place: Kerala
Address: Chithranjali Hills, Thiruvallam, Thiruvananthapuram- 695027
Website: http://www.cdit.org

Institution Details: Phone : 0471-2380910, 2335995
Course(s) Offered: Certificate Course in Non Linear Editing
Eligibility : Pre Degree/ Plus Two equivalent
Duration : 3 Months Part Time (Evening/ Weekend)

Diploma Courses

Institution Name: Andhra University, Waltair
Place: Andhra Pradesh
Address: Andhra University, Waltair
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Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Acting
Part time course Duration:2 year Eligibility: 10+2/Intermediate or equivalent exam

Institution Name: University Of Hyderabad, Hyderabad
Place: Andhra Pradesh
Address: University Of Hyderabad, P.O. Central University, Hyderabad 500046
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Acting
Duration:1 year Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree

Institution Name: Gujarat Vidyapaith, Ahmedabad
Place: Gujarat
Address: Gujarat Vidyapaith, P.O. Navjivan, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad 380014
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Institution Details: –
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Audio & Video Production
Duration:2 year Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree

Institution Name: Film & Television Institute Of Tamil Nadu, Chennai
Place: Tamil Nadu
Address: Film & Television Institute Of Tamil Nadu, CIT Campus, Chennai 600113
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Cinematography
Duration: 3 year Eligibility: Passed Senior Secondry with Physics and Chemistry

Institution Name: Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, Kolkata
Place: West Bengal
Address: Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, E.M. By-Pass Road, PO. Panchasayar, Kolkata 700094
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Direction
Duration: 2 year Eligibility: Graduation Selection: On the basis of entrance test Last date: February

Institution Name: Film & Television Institute Of Tamil Nadu, Chennai
Place: Tamil Nadu
Address: Film & Television Institute Of Tamil Nadu, CIT Campus, Chennai 600113
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Direction & Screen Play Writing
Duration: 3 year Eligibility: Graduation

Institution Name: Bihar Institute Of Film And Television (BIFT), Patna
Place: Bihar
Address: Bihar Institute Of Film And Television (BIFT), Patliputra Colony, Patna
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Direction, Acting, Videography, Film Editing
Eligibility: Graduation

Institution Name: Bhartendu Academy Of Dramatic Arts, Lucknow
Place: Uttar Pradesh
Address: Bhartendu Academy Of Dramatic Arts, A-2/58, Vishal Khand-2, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow 226010
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: Ph: 391094
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Dramatic Arts
Duration: 2 year Eligibility: Graduation. Good knowledge of Hindi and English. Minimum two years experience of active theatrical work of acting in at least five plays/direction of two plays/back-stage work in three plays, familiarity with dramatic literature having read at least ten Indian full length plays Age: 18-35 years

Institution Name: University Of Mysore, Mysore
Place: Karnataka
Address: University Of Mysore, Crawford Hall, Mysore 570005
Contact Now: E-Mail – 1
Website:
Institution Details: Ph: 420677
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Film Directing, Film Acting
Duration: 2 year Eligibility: 10+2/Intermediate or equivalent

Institution Name: Film & Television Institute Of India, Pune
Place: Maharashtra
Address: Film & Television Institute Of India, Law College Road, Pune 411004
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Film Direction, Cinematography, Audiography & Editing
Duration: 1 year Eligibility:Those who have completed the certificate course successfully Selection: On the basis of written test and interview Centres: Allahabad, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Pune & Tiruvananthapuram Test date: 14 November Application form & prospectus can be had from the institute by sending a crossed demand draft of Rs. 250/- drawn on any of the branches of the State Bank Of India or Bank of India in favour of the “Accounts Officer, Film & TV Institute Of India, Pune” on payment of requisite charges Last date: October

Institution Name: Film & Television Institute Of India, Pune
Place: Maharashtra
Address: Film & Television Institute Of India, Law College Road, Pune 411004
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Film Direction, Cinematography, Audiography & Editing
Duration: 1 year Eligibility:Those who have completed the certificate course successfully Selection: On the basis of written test and interview Centres: Allahabad, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Pune & Tiruvananthapuram Test date: 14 November Application form & prospectus can be had from the institute by sending a crossed demand draft of Rs. 250/- drawn on any of the branches of the State Bank Of India or Bank of India in favour of the “Accounts Officer, Film & TV Institute Of India, Pune” on payment of requisite charges Last date: October

Institution Name: Film & Television Institute Of India, Pune
Place: Maharashtra
Address: Film & Television Institute Of India, Law College Road, Pune 411004
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Film Editing
Duration: 2 year Eligibility: Graduation

Institution Name: Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, Kolkata
Place: West Bengal
Address: Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, E.M. By-Pass Road, PO. Panchasayar, Kolkata 700094
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Film Editing
Duration: 2 year Eligibility: Graduation Selection: On the basis of entrance test Last daet: February

Institution Name: Whistling Woods International Institute for Film, Television & Media Arts, Mumbai
Place: Maharashtra
Address: Whistling Woods International, Institute for Film
Television & Media Arts, Film City, Goregaon, Mumbai-400050
Contact Now: E-Mail – 1
Website: http://whistlingwoods.net
Institution Details: Phone : 91-22-26458536
For business queries or admissions please contact us at :
Whistling Woods International, Bait-ush-sharaf, 29th Road, Bandra West, Mumbai 400 050
Course(s) Offered: Diploma in Film Making
Duration : 2 years
Eligibility : Foundation Course
Specializations include: Cinematography, Direction, Editing, Production, Sound Recording & Design and Screenwriting
2. Short-term Professional Programs in aesthetics, film and music appreciation, photography and a selection of other non-technical subjects

Institution Name: Film & Television Institute Of Tamil Nadu, Chennai
Place: Tamil Nadu
Address: Film & Television Institute Of Tamil Nadu, CIT Campus, Chennai 600113
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Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Film Processing
Duration: 3 year Eligibility: Passed Senior Secondry with Physics and Chemistry

Institution Name: St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
Place: West Bengal
Address: St. Xavier’s College, Chitrabani, Kolkata 700016
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Film Studies
Duration: 1 year Eligibility: Graduation

Institution Name: Seedling Academy of Design, Technology and Management, Jaipur
Place: Rajasthan
Address: Khorebariyan, Jagatpura, Jaipur
Contact Now: E-Mail – 1
Website: http://www.seedlingeducation.com
Institution Details: Approved by AICTE, Affiliated to University of Rajasthan
Phone : 0141-2754399,2753377
Course(s) Offered: Diploma in Film, Theatre and T.V. Technology
Eligibility : 10+2 in any discipline
Duration : 1 year

Institution Name: Zee Institute Of Creative Animation (ZICA), Hyderabad
Place: Andhra Pradesh
Address: Zee Institute Of Creative Animation (ZICA), 1-11-112, Begumpet, Hyderabad 500016
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Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Freehand Animation
Duration:3 year Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts plus a flair for figure drawing and acting

Institution Name: DR. Hari Singh Gaur Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar
Place: Madhya Pradesh
Address: DR. Hari Singh Gaur Vishwavidyalaya, Gaur Nagar, Sagar 470003
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Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Fundamental & Audio Visual Education
Duration: 1 year Eligibility: Graduation

Institution Name: Film & Television Institute Of India, Pune
Place: Maharashtra
Address: Film & Television Institute Of India, Law College Road, Pune 411004
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Motion Picture Photography
Duration: 2 year Eligibility: University degree in any discipline with Physics and Chemistry at the 10+2 level or any diploma equivalent to graduation

Institution Name: Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, Kolkata
Place: West Bengal
Address: Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, E.M. By-Pass Road, PO. Panchasayar, Kolkata 700094
Contact Now: (E-Mail Address Not Available)
Website:
Institution Details: -
Course(s) Offered: Diploma In Motion Picture Photography
Duration: 2 year Eligibility: Graduation with Physics & Chemistry Selection: On the basis of entrance test Last date: February

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Fashion Designing

September 20, 2007

India which has always been a centre for the textile and garment trade is also growing into a centre of innovation in garment and accessory design. Fashion technology has a wide scope for choosing a career. Now the fashion industry has become so specialized that it encompasses a vast field of studies in design, concept management, design production management, quality control, planning, fabric design, printing, fashion accessory design, fashion merchandising, textile science, colour mixing, marketing and so on.

Institution:	Creative i
Place:	Maharashtra
Address:	College of Creative Arts Ganga Dham Comm. Phase I,Sr. No. 612 – 615, Lullanagar Bibwewadi Road, Market Yard, Pune 411 037.
Website:	http://www.creativei.info
Institution Details:	Tel. No. : 020-24209166/77/88/99
Course(s) Offered:	1. Fashion Designing Duration: 3 years

Institution:	Sasmira – The Synthetic and Art Silk Mill’s Research Association, Mumbai
Place:	Maharashtra
Address:	Sasmira Marg, Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai – 400025
Website:	http://www.sasmira.org
Institution Details:	Phone : +9820490844 Contact : Kazi It is a cooperative venture set up by the man-made textile industry of India after independence as a multi-functional institute to serve its scientific and technological needs.
Course(s) Offered:	1. Fashion Technology Diploma in Fashion and Apparel Design Technology (DFADT) Duration : 1 Year Eligibility : S.S.C. / H.S.C Seats : 50 Advanced Diploma in Fashion & Apparel Design Technology (ADFAT) Duration : 1 Year Eligibility : Diploma in Fashion Equivalent Seats : 50 Diploma in Fashion and Apparel Design Technology (DFADT)(Part Time Course) Duration : 1 Year Eligibility : S.S.C. Seats : 50 2. Knitwear Design and Technology Diploma in Knitting Technology (DKT) Duration : 3 Years Eligibility : SSC / Direct Admission to II year after H.S.C.( Sci ) Seats : 30 Crash Course in Knitting Technology(Part Time Course) Duration : 3 Months Eligibility : S.S.C. Seats : 20 3. Apparel Marketing and Merchandising Management Post Graduate Diploma in Apparel Merchandising (PGDAM) (MSBTE Recognized ) Duration : 1 Year Eligibility : Graduation Seats : 50 Diploma in Apparel Merchandising(DAM)(Part Time Course) Duration : 1 Year Eligibility : HSC / Diploma Seats : 50

Institution:	School Of Fashion Technology, Pune
Place:	Maharashtra
Address:	Dr. Bhanuben Nanavati College Of Architecture, Karvenagar, Pune 411052
Institution Details:	Phone : 020-5442782, 5444328
Course(s) Offered:	1. Fashion Technology Course offered: Fashion Merchandising & Marketing Apparel Production Management Fashion Fabric Production Eligibility: Graduation Entrance examination: June

Institution:	Shivaji University, Kolhapur
Place:	Maharashtra
Address:	Vidyanagar, Kolhapur 416004
Institution Details:	Phone : 655571-80
Course(s) Offered:	1. Fashion Technology Course offered: BA in Dress Making & Fashion Coordination Duration: 3 year Eligibility: 10+2 Course in Merchandising Duration: 3 year Eligibility: 10+2

Institution:	University of Bombay, Mumbai
Place:	Maharashtra
Address:	Fort, Mumbai 400032
Institution Details:	-
Course(s) Offered:	1. Fashion Technology Course offered: Course in Fashion Designing Duration: 3 year Eligibility: 10+2

Institution:	Institute of Para-medical & Management Technology, Delhi
Place:	Delhi
Address:	29-Anand Nagar, Inderlok, Delhi
Website:	www.ipmtindia.org
Institution Details:	Phone : 011-23640777, 65973100, 20001345, 55159007, 9312091270 The Institute of Paramedical and Management Technology has the distinction of being the older of its kind in the locality, conducting various programmes on Health & Management under distance mode of education
Course(s) Offered:	1. Fashion Technology Bachelor in Fashion Technology Duration: 3 years Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream

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Jewellry designing

September 19, 2007

Courses in Gemmology are conducted by the following Institutes

Arch Institute of fashion & Design / Arch Gemology & Jewellery Institute
Plot No.9, malviya nagar Institutional area , Malviya Nagar , Jaipur, Rajasthan
Phone : 0141-2520683, 2520551, 3296203, 3223932
Web Site : www.archedu.org
E-Mail : Email
Institution Details : Arch Academy of Fashion, Art & Design is a leading Institute in Design Education. The Institution has been offering Advance Diploma, Diploma and Short-term professional courses in the field of Fashion, Textiles, Interior, Jewellery, Gemology & Accessory Design . Arch is affiliated with the University of Rajasthan for a P.G. Diploma in Garment Production & Export Management (GPEM). Arch also offers specialized courses on Visual Merchandising, Contour Fashion Design, Gemstone Processing, Jewellery Manufacturing, Gem Identification, Diamond Study, Furniture Design and Contemporary Enameling.
Courses :
Degree in Jewellery Design & Gemology
Duration : 3 year
Diploma in Jewellery Design & Gemology
Duration : 2 year
Certificate Course in Jewellery Design & Gemology
Duration : 1 year

Indian Institute of Gemology
10980 East Park Road,
Karol Bagh, New Delhi-5
Phone : 011-23520974, 23521581, 98101-24752
Email : Email
Website : www.iigdelhi.com
Details : Gem Testing also undertaken. Private Individual classes available.
Courses :
Gems Identification Course
Duration : 3 months
Diamond Grading Course
Duration : 2 Months

ENSIGN – The Jewel Design Institute
City Tower, Mall Road, Netaji Subhash Place, Pitampura, New Delhi – 110088
Phone : 011 273 56206
Telefax : +91 11 273 55207
e-mail : Email
website : http://www.ensign.in/
Details : Ensign is recognized by Govt. Of India (Ministry of ARI & SSI), Empanelled by Ministry of Defense DGR
Courses :
Diploma in Jewellery Design & Technology
Duration : 1 year ( 2 semesters)
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent
No. of Seats : 25
Diploma in Gemology
Duration : 1 semester
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent
No. of Seats : 20
Certificate Programme in Custom-made Jewellery Manufacturing
Duration : 6 Months, 5 Days a week
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent
No. of Seats : 20
Certificate Programme in Basic Jewellery Designing
Duration : 3 Months, 5 Days a week
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent
No. of Seats : 15
Certificate Programme in Colored Gemstones
Duration : 3 Months, 5 Days a week
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent
No. of Seats : 15
Certificate Programme in Polished Diamond Grading
Duration : 2 Months, 5 Days a week
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent
No. of Seats : 15
Certificate Programme in Casting Technology
Duration : 2 Months, 5 Days a week
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent
No. of Seats : 10
Certificate Programme in Engraving & Enameling
Duration : 2 Months, 5 Days a week
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent
No. of Seats : 10
Certificate Programme in Finishing, Polishing & Electroplating & Electroforming
Duration : 2 Months, 5 Days a week
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent
No. of Seats : 10
Certificate Programme in Lapidary
Duration : 1 Month, 3 Days a week
Eligibility : 10+2 or equivalent
No. of Seats : 10

Aligarh Muslim University,
Aligarh,
Uttar Pradesh
Ph: 440994, 400220
Telex: 564230
Dr. Dhamambal Government Polytechnic for Women,
Canada- Indian Institutional Cooperation Project,
Thanamani,
Chennai (Tamil Nadu)
Gemstones Artisans Training School,
(sponsored by GOI),
Jhalana Mahal,
Jaipur – 302 017.
Courses: Cutting and polishing of diamonds and coloured stones.
Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council,
Rajasthan Bhawan, Jaipur- 302003 (Rajasthan)
Indian Diamond Institute,
Sumul Dairy Road,
Katargam Post Box 508,
Surat – 395 008.
Courses-The Institute conducts courses in Jewellery Design and machine cast jewellery manufacturing, Diamonds sorting/grading/bruting/ polishing/sawing and in computer aided jewellery designing)
Indian Gemological Institute,
Nirmal Towers 10th Floor,
26, Barakhamba Road,
New Delhi – 110 001.
International Institute of Fashion Technology,
South Extension Part I,
New Delhi
Jewellery Export Promotion Council,
Product Development Centre
D-15 Commerce Centre,
Tardeo, Mumbai 400034
Jewellery design & Manufacture Department,
3rd floor, P.V. Polytechnic,
SNDT Women’s university,
Juhu Campus, Santa Cruz west,
Mumbai-49
Jewellery design & Technology institute (JDTI),
A-89, Sector-2, Noida
Ph: 91-54-571/72/73
Jhaveri Center for Diamond technology,
Shri Bhagubhai Mafatlal Polytechnic,
Vile Parle West,
Mumbai- 400 056
National Institute of Design (NID),
Paldi, Ahmedabad (Gujarat)
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
Chethana Bhavan,
Nanpally, Hyderabad-1
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
Tata Mills Compound,
Dada Sahib Phalke Marg, Dadar (E),
Mumbai-400 014
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
The Karnataka State Cooperative Marketing federation Building,
No.8, Cunningham road,
Bangalore-560 052
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
NIFT Campus,
near Gulmohar Park,
Hauz Khas,
New Delhi.
Phone-26965080/26965059/269654771. Fax: 011-26851359.
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
Sector III,
Salt Lake City,
Kolkata (West Bengal)Small Industries Service Institute,
65/1, GST Road,
Guindy, Chennai – 600 032.
St. Xavier’s College,
Geology Department,
Mumbai – 400 001.
Courses -Diploma Courses in Gemology, Diamond assortment and Jewelry designing.
The Gemmological Institute of India,
29, Gurukul Chambers,
187-189 Mumbadevi Road,
Mumbai- 400 002.
Courses are in grading, cutting, polishing of gems and diamonds
Duration : 6 weeks to 5 months
The Jasami Department of Jewellery Design & Manufacture,
SNDT Women’s University Campus,
Juhu Rd, Santa Cruz (W),
Mumbai 400054 (Maharashtra)
Course in Diamond Technology
Duration : 2 years

Vakall’s Academy of Jewellery Design,
114, Arun Chambers,
Tardeo Road,
Mumbai (Maharashtra)

Wigan Fashion School,
Wigan and Leigh College (India) LTD.,
Nehru Place,
New Delhi

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Beauty Care Courses

September 19, 2007

‘Beauty care’ that helps people look their best, is a field for those who have an eye for beauty and enjoy interaction with others. With the work environment getting increasingly competitive and professional, and the growing awareness of health and beauty among men and women, the need to appear well-groomed and attractive has assumed greater importance in today’s world. This has resulted in the growth of beauty products and beauty treatments, turning beauty care into a fast growing and lucrative career.

Technically known as cosmetology, beauty care covers the overall conditions for looking good and therefore includes everything from beauty therapy to health care. Work in this field involves the knowledge and use of a range of treatments, and equipments to enhance the appearance of the face, body and hair. The main task of a beautician is to give an attractive appearance to their clients. In this field, success has no relationship to the age of the practitioner. Although tastes and trends in beauty keeps on changing, the basic job of a beautician/ beauty care professionals remains the same. This is one field, one can easily get into and be successful. Since the working medium of this field is a live person, it is one of the most rewarding of all the art works.And the best part of this course is does not require a specific educational qualification. One can specialize in any of the fields like beauty therapy, hair styling, make-up, massage, facials, manicure, pedicure, electrolysis, herbal beauty care, mehndiwalli etc. This is a profession, possible to practice in more than one specialisation concurrently.Beauty therapy covers care and treatment of face, skin, nails and body. This include make-up, facials, waxing, threading, pedicure, manicure, massaging etc. Hair dressing involves hair styling, colouring, cutting and treatment of the hair and scalp. Hair specialists uses a wide range of techniques to make hair look healthy and attractive. They are required to know about the care and application of hairpieces, wigs and other accessories.Fashion and advertising offer scope to beauticians and hair stylists. To achieve professionalism and a good reputation in this field, the beauty specialist must blend their technical skills with a dash of creativity and imagination.Beauty care specialists can work with beauty parlours ranges from luxurious salons at five star hotels to commercial establishments and small, intimate owner-run parlours. A beginner in this field can work under an experienced beautician which helps to gain a tremendous amount of experience and keeping in touch with new developments. After gaining the requisite experience, one may set up their own beauty saloons or clinics. To open their own parlour, one need thorough professional knowledge of beauty culture, sufficient funds, an accessible location, quality equipment and materials and dollops of business sense.Makeup artistes are in great demand in the fashion, advertising, film, television and theatre industry. They requires specialized knowledge of make-up applications that will hold out under powerful studio lighting. Another opportunity is in cosmetic firms as beauty consultant and salesperson and for this in addition to detailed knowledge of the products they promotes, they must possess excellent knowledge of grooming, skin, hair and nail care. They can also be appointed as instructors in health clubs and allied field.

Institution:	Akbar Peerbhoy Girl’s Polytechnic, Mumbai
Place:	Maharashtra
Address:	92, Dr D N Road, Mumbai – 400 001
Institution Details:
Course(s) Offered:	1. Beauty Care Eligibility : Matriculate or 10 + 2 Duration : 1 year

Institution:	Regional Vocational Training Institute (RVTI) for Women, Mumbai
Place:	Maharashtra
Address:	Kashinath Dhru Street, Dadar (west), Mumbai – 400 028
Institution Details:	Contact Details of other Regional Vocational Training Institute (RVTI) for Women Hissar : Thandi Sarak, New Sabzi mandi, Hissar, Haryana – 125 001 Jaipur : Jhalana Doongi, Jaipur – 302004, Rajasthan Allahabad : 5 New Katra Road, Allahabad – 211 002 Uttar Pradesh Bangalore : Hosur Road , Bangalore – 560 029 Indore : Nand Nagar, I.T.I Campus, Indore – 452 003 Madhya Pradesh Meghalaya : Araimile, Tura, Meghalaya - 794 001
Course(s) Offered:	1. Beauty Care Hair & Skin Care Eligibility : Passed in 10th class examination of 10+2 pattern or an equivalent examination Duration : 1year Beauty Culture & Hair Dressing Eligibility : Pass 10th under 10+2; NCVT Certificate in Hair & Skin Care or equivalent Duration : 8 months

Institution:	Schnell Hans Beauty School, Mumbai
Place:	Maharashtra
Address:	111, Mistry Chambers, Colaba, Mumbai 400005
Contact Now:	(E-Mail Address Not Available)
Course(s) Offered:	1. Beauty Care Diploma in Hair dressing & beauty Duration : 5months Advanced Diploma in Hair Dressing Duration : 3 months, twice a week Certificate Course in Beauty & Hair Dressing Duration : 2 months, twice a week, mornings / afternoons

Institution:	Smiles, Mumbai
Place:	Maharashtra
Address:	A 160, Azad Nagar, MIG Colony, Veera Desai Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai
Contact Now:	(E-Mail Address Not Available)
Course(s) Offered:	1. Beauty Care Professional Make-up & Hair Dressing

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Cooking Courses

September 19, 2007

WHY LEARN COOKING

Indian Food has been rated by most of the cultures as one of the best food available. Especially for vegetarians the travel to India is half worth to enjoy the India food only with its rich varieties. Indian restaurants have been flourishing in the capitals of the world and thus, Indian cuisine is no longer a mystery. In UK, Indian curry is the third most popular dish among the Britishers. Among the Japanese, the curry rice is relished quite a lot and it is the second most popular dish according to a recent survey. UK has more than 1000 Indian restaurants and USA, Canada and Japan have over 100 restaurants each. India attracts over 3 million foreign visitors every year for an average stay of one month. The Indian Cuisine is also gaining more popularity due to the rich taste, exotic flavor and healthy preparation. Indian cuisine has a very good taste which is designed not only to satisfy the taste buds but also the human psychology. The Indian cuisine is easy to prepare, tasty and can be prepared in less time. Spices are the main part of the Indian cooking and their quantity and proportion varies with the geographical boundaries. Spices are freshly grounded and added in many different combinations. Some of the spices which are commonly used are coriander, turmeric, cumin, chilies, fennel, and fenugreek. Other spices which are added for some fragrance are cardamom, clove, cinnamon and star aniseed.There are various techniques of Indian cooking. Some of these techniques are Baghar or Tadka (Instant seasoning or Tempering), Balchao (Pickling), Bhunao (Curry), Dhuanaar (Smoke Seasoning), Dum (Steaming), Handi, Kadhai, Talna (Frying), Tandoori and Tawa. Tandoori cooking is a north Indian specialty and famous all over the world. Tandoori chicken, Naan, Tandoori Roti, Tandoori Kebabs are some of the famous Tandoori dishes.The Indian cuisine can be divided into two main cuisines, North Indian and South Indian Cuisine. A typical North Indian meal consists of Chappatis, parantha or pooris (unleavened flat breads), dals, curries that are mild and made in ghee, vegetables seasoned with yogurt or pomegranate powder, green vegetables like spinach and green mustard cooked with paneer, north Indian pickles, fresh tomato, mint, cilantro chutneys and yogurt raitas. North Indian desserts and sweets are made of milk, paneer, lentil flour and wheat flour combined with dried nuts and garnished with a thin sheet of pure silver. Nimbu Pani (lemon drink), Lassi (iced buttermilk) are popular drinks of the North. Hot and sweet cardamom milk is very common before going to bed. North Indian Cuisine can be further divided into different categories according to states and tastes. These categories are Kashmiri, Punjabi, Rajasthani, Garhwal, Pahari, Uttar Pradesh, Awadh and Lucknow.

INDO VACATIONS organize cooking classes for our individual and foreign guests. There is a minimum six day course which can be taken individually as well as in a group if you intend to bring some more people with you.
During these classes your will be taught to cook different Indian dishes with the appropriate use of typical Indian spices and how they are used normally in an Indian Kitchen. You will be having a female Professional Indian cook who has many years of cooking experience. Indian Cookery Classes will take place at her private cooking school. Please have a look at some of the pictures of our cooking schoolDuring the classes we recommend you to stay with an Indian family to experience the real Indian culture and way of living. We can offer you the accommodation with an Indian family for USD 245 – 350 per person per week (private room in excellent condition in good location with green surrounding with private bath and WC, cold and hot water, all three meals (veg.), Laundry, use of Internet etc.) Here are some of the pictures of the House where we offer the accommodation if wished so. The Classes will cost you per week (5-6 days) USD 445 per person under the supervision of an expert native cook. Currently we are offering Indian cookery classes in Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan (270 kms from Delhi). Should you be interested we recommend you to make the bookings well in advance to avoid the accommodation problem. You may also have a look at the references from many different countries.
www.indovacations.netEmail id: ivacations@rediffmail.com; info@indovacations.net

KERALAN COOKING ADVENTURE
Learn to create a wide range of dishes from one of the most intriguing cuisines of the world, in a relaxing environment where you will meet others who share your passion for food and for life. During this residential cooking course, you will be introduced to different preparations of rice, vegetable dishes, the use of coconut in food and the preparation of a Keralan festive lunch or dinner (Known as a ‘Sadya’). This is an exclusive course that will give you hands-on experience and so is limited to a maximum of eight people. The duration of the course will be eight days and seven nights.http://www.karmatravels.com/Other%20Haritha%20Farms.htm
karmabooker@gmail.com

VREEHI FOOD ACADEMY
Hobby Courses
Vreehi teach a wide range of multinational cuisines in a very short of time. The cuisines include Indian, Continental, Thai, Arabic, Pastry etc. So join us for this unique experience with us.

Six Month Crash Course
Under this course vreehi delivers a confidence in every individuals and enable Under this course vreehi delivers a confidence in every individuals and enable them to enter in hospitality industry. A course which provide 70% practical and 30% theoretical knowledge to enables you to enter in five star hotels

Two year Diploma
Vreehi offers a two year professional diploma and gives a perfection in every cuisine. A course which enables you to reach the height of success in kitchen and gives opportunity to work with best hospitality industry in world.
Contact:Chef Aman kumar
Ex. Chef Hyatt Regency, Hotel Bruj Al Arab (Dubai),
F&B Manager Celebrity Cruises (USA) Mailing Address: C-352,Ramphal Chowk, Palam Ext., Sector-7,
Dwarka, New Delhi-45Phone No: +91-11-9968073404
                +91-11-32590356
                +91-11- 25074565E Mail Address: aman@vreehi.com
                       info@vreehi.com

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Martial Arts

September 18, 2007

Fighting is as ancient as man himself. This struggle to subdue another in combat, unarmed or armed, is possibly a legacy handed down to us from our ancestors. This desire for domination sowed the seeds for martial arts.

The term martial arts, simply means ‘arts concerned with the waging of war’.Many of the martial arts we know today, originated from ancient war skills. In time, man’s search for a more profound meaning of life, led to the development of a higher level of fighting. Although the fighting arts in each nation differ from one another, there is a common thread in the tapestry of martial arts – anonymity.

Large number of people are attracted to this art because of its self-defensive potential. At one time, Judo was the main focus of interest, but since it became an Olympic discipline, it has tended to lose its total image, and become a mere discipline. Karate, Kung-fu, and Du-Jutsu are the other arts which attract those who feel themselves to be in need of an instant personal deterrent, and wish to be stronger, fitter, and more self confident. Some of the martial arts forms are:

CheibiGad-Ga
Thang-ta
Kalari Payattu
Thoda
Silambam

CheibiGad-Ga
This is one of Manipur’s most ancient martial arts. The fighting equipment comprises a sword and a shield, now modified to a stick encased in soft leather and a shield made of leather. The contestants fight a duel, and victory goes to the person, who scores the maximum points. In ancient times, sword and spears were used by the contestants. Victory in this martial art, depends more on skill, than brawn and brute force.

The competition is held on a flat surface, within a circle, with a diameter of 7 meters. There are two lines of one metre length each in the circle, with a space of two metres between them. The ‘cheibi’ stick is 2 to 2.5 feet in length, and the shield is 1 metre in diameter.

Thang – ta & Sarit – Sarak
The history of Thang – ta and Sarit – Sarak can be traced to the 17th century. Thang – ta involves using a sword or spear against one or more opponents. Sarit – Sarak is the technique of fighting against armed or unarmed opponents, but on many occasions there is a combined approach to the training of these martial arts. These martial arts were used with great success by the Manipuri kings to fight against the British for a long time. With the British occupation of the region, martial arts were banned, but post – 1950s saw the resurgence of these arts.Demonstrating a duel between Thang ( a sword ) and a Ta ( a spear )Thang – ta is practiced in three different ways. The first way is absolutely ritual in nature, related to the tantric practices. The second way consists of a spectacular performance involving sword and spear dances. These dances can be converted into actual fighting practices. The third way is the actual fighting technique.The Sarit – Sarak art of unarmed combat, is quite distinct from other martial art forms. It is simply flawless in its evasive and offensive action, as compared to any other existing martial art of the same school.Legend has it that Lainingthou Pakhangba, the dragon god – king, ordained King Mungyamba, to kill the demon Moydana of Khagi with a spear and sword, which he presented to the king. According to another such legend, God made the spear and sword with creation of the world. This amazing wealth of Manipuri martial arts has been well preserved, since the days of god king Nongda Lairel Pakhangba. The fascinating Manipuri dance also traces its origin from these

Kalari Payattu
Kalari is the Malayalam (language spoken in Kerala) word, for a special kind of gymnasium, where the martial art known as Kalari Payattu, is practiced. It had its origins in the 4th century A. D. Legends claim, that the art began with the sage Parasurama, who possessed mystical powers. He built temples and also introduced martial arts, which have influenced and shaped many other arts. The art reached its zenith in the 16th century, in the days of Thacholi Othenan – a celebrated chieftain of north Malabar. A Kalari Payattu demonstration includes physical exercises and mock duels – armed and unarmed combat. It is not accompanied by any music or drumming, but is a silent combat, where style matters the most. Kalari Payattu is practiced by women also. Unniyarcha was a legendary heroine, who won many battles with distinction. Today, Kalari Payattu is a method of physical fitness, and an empty-handed means of self-defence. Yet, it is tied to traditional ceremonies and rituals.Kalari Payattu consists of various techniques and stages. Among them are:.Uzhichil
Uzhichil, or the massage with the Gingli oil, is used for imparting suppleness to the body, but only persons with a thorough knowledge of the nervous system, and the human body, conduct the ‘uzhichil’. Maipayattu
Body exercises or Maippayattu includes the twists and turns of the body, leaps and jumps, and poses, designed to gain control over various parts of the human body.Sticks of Kolthari
This is the next stage where training in handling various staves of wood or canes of different lengths are imparted. The long stick is kettukari and the short one, kuruvadi.Otta – a Weapon for the ‘coup de grace’
The otta is an ‘S’ shaped staff, with a knob at one end, made of the toughest portions of the tamarind tree.These sticks, which are about 2 feet long, are specially suitable for attacks on the nervous system.Metal weapons or Anga Thari
Weapons of various metals are used in training and combat sessions, like the sword, sword and shield, two types of knives, daggers, the spear and the ‘urumi’. Various exercises are performed with these weapons.Puliyankam (Sword Fight)
Wielding the sword in an efficient manner, is considered to be the peak of perfection in Kalari Payattu. Various methods in the use of the sword, as a weapon of offence and defence, are being practiced today, but the most awe-inspiring of these, is the Puliyankam, where the combatants fight like tigers, propelled by powerful fuels – extrawwwordinary elan and agility.The Spear Vs the Sword
In this combat, one contestant is armed with a sword and shield, and the other with a spear. Due to the length of the spear, the swordsman faces a disadvantage, but if he knows how to exploit all the weak points of the spear-man, and take advantage of all the opportunities, that come his way to get under his opponent’s guard, he can easily triumph over his opponent.Barehanded Fight or Verumkai
In unguarded moments, there are some special ways of getting out of a tight situation, by using one’s hands or a piece of cloth or a rope. Locks and blows are in vogue. Attacks on the nervous system by the edge of one’s palm, are enough to paralyse the opponent. Various types of blows with different effects are, therefore, practiced to perfection.Character, fitness and sheer courage – these are the demands of Kalari Payattu, which has about it a distinct spiritual and mythical aura. To succeed in this martial art, one needs plenty of fire in the belly, energy, drive and fierce commitment.

Thoda
Thoda, the impressive martial art form of Himachal Pradesh, relies on one’s archery prowess, dating back to the days of the Mahabharata, when bows and arrows were used in the epic battles, between the Pandavas and the Kauravas, residing in the picturesque valleys of Kulu and Manali. Thus, this martial art has its origin in Kulu. Thoda, the name is derived, from the round piece of wood fixed to the head of the arrow, which is used to blunt its wounding potential.The equipment required for this game are bows and arrows. Wooden bows measuring 1.5m to 2m, to suit the height of the archer and wooden arrows in proportion to the length of the bow, are prepared by skilled and traditional artisans.In Himachal Pradesh, in earlier days, the game of Thoda was organised in a very interesting way. A handful of village folk would go to another village, and would throw tree leaves into the village well, before sun rise. They would, then, hide in the bushes nearby, just outside the boundary of that village. As soon as the villagers came to draw water, the youths would shout, and throw challenges to them for a fight. This would spark the preparations for an encounter.The competition is a mixture of martial arts, culture and sport, and is held on Baisakhi Day, April 13 and 14, and community prayers are organised to invoke the blessings of the principal deities, Goddesses Mashoo and Durga.How the game is playedEach group consists of roughly 500 people, but most of them are just dancers, who come along to boost the morale of their team. The archers are divided into parties, just before the competition takes place. One team is called Saathi, and the other Pashi. It is believed that Pashis and Saathis, are descendants of the Pandavas and Kauravas. The target in this game is the region of the leg, below the knee, where the opponent should aim his arrow.The moment the two contesting groups reach the village fairground, both the parties dance on either side of the ground, waving their swords, aglitter in the sun, and sing and dance to the stirring martial music. The Pashi group forms a ‘chakravyuh’, and blocks the Saathi group, who in turn begin to penetrate their defences. After the initial resistance, the Saathis reach the centre of the ground. Both the opponents face each other at a distance of about 10 metres, and prepare to attack. The defenders start shaking, kicking their legs to and fro with brisk movements, to thwart the accurate aim of their adversaries.Lightning movements and agility are the sole methods of defence. The whole competition is conducted to the lively, virile rhythm of war dance, with one side furiously side-stepping, legs kicking in all directions, and other side doing its best to place an arrow on the target. There are minus points for a strike on the wrong parts of the leg.At present, the game is played in a marked court, which ensures that a certain degree of discipline is maintained in Thoda – a happy blend of culture and sport. This game is popular in Theog Division (Shimla district), Narkanda block, Chopal Division, district Sirmaur and Solan.

Silambam
The state of Tamil Nadu is considered to be the cradle of modern and scientific staff fencing, popularly known in Tamil as Silambam. The Pandya kings ruling in Tamil Nadu promoted Silambam fencing, as did their Chola and Chera counterparts. Silapathiharam Tamil literature, dating back to 2nd century A.D., refers to the sale of silamabam staves, swords, pearls and armour to foreign traders. The ancient trading centre at Madurai city, renowned globally, was said to be thronged by Romans, Greeks, Egyptians among others who had regular sea trade with the ancient Dravidian kings. The silambam staff was one of the martial art weapons, that was in great demand with the visitors.The use of the long staff for self – defence or mock – fighting was a highly organised game in the state as early as the 1st and 2nd centuries A.D. In the Vedic age, young men were imparted training to defend themselves with staves, both as a ritual and an emergency. The staves wielded by ace fencers were given distinctive names, and treated with reverence. Some records trace the origin of this art to a divine source – Lord Muruga, and within the Tamil mythological framework, sage Agasthya is also credited with the genesis of Silambam. Silambam is believed to have travelled from Tamil Nadu to Malaysia, where it is now a popular recreational sport and also a mode of self – defence.Four different types of staves are used in this activity. One produces a sonorous, swishing sound, another involves lighted balls of cloth at one end of the staves, called ‘torch silambam’, a third is quite short in length nevertheless powerful, and finally a non – elastic staff that produces a clattering sound.Today this rather simplistic art form is a mode of self defence used by the common folk of Tamil Nadu.TechniquesSilambam incorporates a range of techniques.

a) By swift foot movements, large spheres of control can be established.

b) Both hands can be used to wield the staff.c) Precision, force and momentum can be developed at head, shoulder, hip and leg level.d) The cut, chop, thrust and sweep can be used to achieve mastery.e) Development of a reflex defensive action, by concentrating on and anticipating the moves of the opponent and perfecting various kinds of feints in stroke play, can absolutely demoralise an adversary.The player must also be able to ward off stones hurled by a crowd, and disperse an unruly mob by a range of strokes like ‘monkey hits’, ’snake hits’, ‘hawk hits’ and ’spring hits’, which must be inflicted in quick succession. This activity involves some amazing footwork, staff – swinging, pivot – jumping and stroke play. From a purely defensive art, Silambam has become a combat exercise.Silambam is a three – type contest.a) A fight to the finish, when one of the players is dispossessed of his staff.b) Total number of ‘ touches ‘ one combatant makes on the other ( indicated by appropriate markings on the body ).c) Skill shown in protecting a pouch of money ( kept at or in between a contestant’s feet ).The contestant succeeding in leaving a mark on the forehead of his opponent is adjudged as the victor in the contest.DressThe contestants wear langots of various colours, sleeveless vests, turbans, canvas shoes, and a chest guard which is a part of the traditional attire of Palmyrah tree – climbers. Wicker – work shields also form an essential part of the gear.The ContestThe contest begins with salutations to God, the competitor, the audience and the guru. The result is determined on the basis of the number of touches made by one contestant on another. To distinguish these touches, the ends of the staves are coated with a sticky powder that leaves behind a mark . The mark generally counts as one point, but in certain areas, a touch above the waist counts as two points, while those made below get only one point. In certain areas, the winner is one who makes a mark on his opponent’s back, while in others, the contestant who makes the first three touches on the other’s body wins. The contest comes to a close, after a period of time fixed well in advance of the contest, or when one of the contestants is dispossessed of his staff.Silambam is fought on an even and hard surface, but never on a sandy or slippery area. The arena of this activity is usually circular, the radius not less than 20 ft and not more than 25 ft, when only two contestants are involved. The duration ranges from 6 to 10 minutes, which is divided into four equal quarters. An interval of one minute is allowed at the end of the first and third quarters, while at the end of the second quarter an interval of 3 minutes is allowed

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