CAREERASPECTS

ASPECTS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION

3 expanded
career opportunities

Carcer aspects
inally,
Fourtcation has led to the further development
ysical

opportunities
education

such
biomechanists,
physsiologists, and apted physical activity specialists.
aspects
and
or
the increase
depth and breadth of

sports
of

opportunities
as

in
physical education are limited
the extent to which one considers the
in the
knowledge in
sub-disciplines and

only by one's
59

psychologists, exercise

scope of physical education.

i m a g i n a t i

that one's definition of

out
mbert points physical education
Lamber ns, Because the definition of can limit or expand
CAREER AsPECTS IN PHYSICAL one soducation, and the scope of physical physical education depicts the scope of
education is directly related with
phys nects or opportunities of physical education. For instance,
careeraspects
the
EDUCATIOON cation only as the teacnng or sports, dance, calisthenics, anddefining physical
exercise in the
eau school settings can limit job opportunities to the traditional
sPing career. However, 1t you define physical education as the "art andteaching-
man movement, "sports education," "fitness education," or science
"preventive
OLhilitative medicine, many career possibilities become evident. Similarly, and
sical education as the "study of play," the "study of human defining
teacher/lecturer, sports coach, gym instructor energy," "perceptual
Professional sportsmen, sports manager,
event coordinator, sports journalist and commentators
tor development," or as an "academic discipline that investigates
mo
the uses and
sports officials/officiating. sports of sports equipment, athletic meanings of physical activities to understand their effects and interrelationships with
and marketing and manufacturing
sports software engineer. and sports medicine. eople and their.culture" opens up other
manager, sports photography, avenues of
trainer, research, equipment employment.
In other words, we can say that more the
interdisciplinary approach is adopted
in physical
education more the career aspects or opportunities can be created.
CAREER OPTIONS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION Only the important thing is that our
professional leaders, professional institutions,
education have never been
gOvernments, corporate houses, commercial enterprises or
establishments,
Introduction: Careeropportunities in physical managements of educational institutions, etc should
realise the importance of
from schools, colleges and
c a r e e r s of teaching have expanded
greater. Traditional
(e.g. YMCA AND
physical education as capital investment in human life. Further, the curriculums of
universities to non-school settings, such as Community Centres school, college, university and professional education settings should be
YWCA) Commercial Clubs (i.e. tennis, golf, cricket, gymnastics
etc.)Many physical a such a manner that it should cater to needs of each
designed in
fitness fheld, working in health individual and help in creating
educationists are pursuing careers in the physical more demands of specialist in all the related fields of
clubs or corporate fitness centers. Other profesional
are employed in the areas of
career point of view.
physical education from the
management, sports medicine, and sports media. The increased Specialisation
sports
within the fields of physical education has created additional career opportunities. For Keeping in view the requirements of the students of physical education from the
example biomechanics may work for sporting goods companies designing and testing examination point of view the career aspects mentioned in the syllabus are mentioned
and discussed below
sportsequipment and apparel such as running shoes. Exercise pBiysiologists may be
employed in a corporate fitness centre, hospital cardiac rehabilitation programme, or Professional Sportsmen: Professional players are selected from amongst those
a sports medicine clinic. who show record performance in a number of tournaments
played at various levels.
Selections are conducted at the institutional level, district level,
During the past thirty years, career aspects in physical education have expanded regional level and
The trend is a result of several factors, such as: national level. Outstanding
tremendously. performers represent the at the national and
country
First, millions people from all segments of society engage in physical fitness
international level.
activities on a regular basis. They participate in a variety of activities, including working Many talented sportspersons are employed in railways, government sector or
out at health and fitness clubs and engaging in community and commercial fitness with the private sector that they represent in the sporting event/game in vanous
programmes. This has led to a need for competent physical education professionals tournaments and matches. Nationalised banks,
public sector undertakings, corporate
to design, lead, and evaluate physical
activity programmes. nouses and some private groups recruit outstanding sportspersons. TATA, BPCL,
MRP, 1OC, BSNL have their own
Secondly, people seeking to use their leisure time in enjoyable and constructive sports team to compete in matches/ tournaments.
manner have sought out
physical activities and sport. Qualified individuals are needed Spórts Manager: In physical education, now days, emphasis is given on
the
toconduct recreational programmes and to teach life time of desirable management competencies or skill so that an individual
sports skills.
Thirdly, the increased interest in competitive sports by all segments of the
opment
iSable to
manage office, finances, human resources, sports facilities, Sports
population has served as the impetus for the Ompetitions, sports persons, sports teams, events etc. A person specialised in any or
growth
of
sports clubs, and the leagues or IPLs, and the associatedcompetitive sports
career aspects programiities
or opportur The
aforementioned field earns handsome salaries and reputation.
in
coaching, sports management, officiating, and the athletics
training.
60 PHYSICALEDUCATIC
AREERASPECISIN
It is not
requisite
a that one has to be
ISC
PHYSICAL EDUCATION orts Officials/ Officiating: As the sports competitions are becoming more
sportsman to be in the managerial 6la
a
intense, professionalism takin aking the top and front seat, win and lose decide the earning
even
managerial aspirants can enter sports industry after completing course in spor the offici ating has also become a profession oflucrative earning.
management. The media explosion has
helped to popularize various sports and. ional players,
a result the amount of investment in the
sports industry has increased. This ha
irofession ar cricket, tennis, football or rugby league, boxing. wrestling etc are as
coaching, selection, competition,
othe
made sports rhe officl rt of the sports any other (Training,
sports aas any
management into a lucrative career option. This is one side of part o the e d ucation professionals are also subject to training for
that helps to plan, sporta imDortant
etc). Physical
ca

supervise and organize all sorts of sporting activities on domestic on so

that the interested professional may become certified
and international levels. Various institutes in India have set nutritotion in officiatin8, and earn their lively hood handsomely.
up sports management special

courses with the aim of

training individuals in the different aspects related with the officials e n t Coordinator (Event Manager): Some of the universities in India and
field. Today, practically all successful and well-knowm
players of sport have their own event manager. Now
days, even organising
personal managers or agents who keep a track of their clients' schedules, look after rOVide training to become qualined
activities such as their career progression, business promotion and even media and abroirthday party of
a kid
needs expertise to manage it efficiently. Many activities
of the event which depends on efficient coordination of
public relations. A job as a sports manager in a reputed sports management team a Sma ed for the success e v e n t
like Tigers from India is a very lucrative job. Many private and government
sponsored .e
an
o1 national or international repute (Conducting
activities. Organising or organising
all t eports competitions Olympic Games) require high class skill
sports institutions employ qualified officials to plan and manage sports activities and coordinative activities- preparation
events.
Clubs, hotels, gymnasiums and sport centers also hire such people. event management.
An
event ofinvolves many of finances, arrangement of
a ffacilities,
oof sports aci arrangement finances, controling
Spefts Teacher or Lecturer (Teaching Job): Physical education has a major for sportsmen and officials arrangement of officials, arrangement
rote to in
the school and college system. Without physical education program we
play
can never hope for a child's wholesome development. Physical Education occupies
accommodati

efreshment o r hospitality, arrangement

of catering, arrangement of cleanliness,
of transportation, arrangement of
of
ngement of medical facility, arrangement
a dignified position in the higher education sector apart from teaching in
training few examples of activities that require coordination to make the event
colleges Physical Education has been included as an elective subject in the degree riyare very
oPportunities to learn managerial o r develop
course (B.A. B. Sc) level. Physical education professionals, who so ever qualifies NET, memorable. Physical education provides turm provide opportunities to
successrul c o n d u c t oI a n event i n
SLET, or having M.Phil. or Ph.D. degree may get job as Asst. Professor or Lecturer coordinative for the
earn one's livelihood.
in Colieges. Thus with respect to job opportunity schools/ colleges are lucrative and
Journalism is area where
wide ranging. They conduct physical training classes, organise games and coaches Sports Journalist
and Commentators:
Sports an

students in games and athletics. Education and experts c a n be worthwhile. Those with
Sports Science
the Physical
take o n sports commentating, or sports journalism, working
Sports Coach (Coaching Job): Coaching- Trained coaches are in demand at all communicating skills c a n column o r programme.
o r magazines that have a sports
t h etraining centres and by state and central sports bodies. An individual proficient in with television, newspapers
a s Star Sports, ESPN
Ten Sports, Zee Sports and DD Sports
particular game or sporting event with requisite academic qualification can undergo Sports channel such to
coaches training in the National Institute of Sports and become certified coach. have commentators, presenters, programme
producers, directors and presenters
c a n also write books related to sports,
Persons with a degree or masters degree in Physical Education are considered to be
prepare and present sports programmes. They
additional s o u r c e of
suitable for this find openings creative outlet for their talent a s well a s an
more
profession. Coaches
can in sports cubs, fitness
centers, state sponsored associations and organizations and as in-house coaches
this serves as a

income.
for corporate sports teams. Now daysmost of the schools
and colleges also
specihc games or sporting events.
employ Sports Software Engineers: Conducting mega sports events in which more than
coaches for imparting training in give Coaches thousands officials participate from the globe
instructions about rules
the of the games, planning and
precision of movements. ten thousand sports competitors andeducationist to open up another area of study
observe players in action, and offer helpful criticism and corrective nethods. has forced the professional physical and conduct the mega sports events
G Instructor (Fitness Sector): Today fitness training is a boomine oprepare sports software engineers to manage World Cups. To prepare
Ke Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, Asian Games,
business
many opportunities
in the fitness sector. Career g
and there are
runities in and teams, drawing fixture
of
this field are that of fitness instuctor, personal trainer, fitness co c data bank of players and official, entry of players behaviour, penalty, sanctions,
specialist, physical therapy assistant,
health and
life style coordin
dinator. S TOr competition, record keeping (performance,
local health clubs, for professional sports teams, college athletic deparney work in the necessity whicn
ening, etc.) of each team, player and official, software
was

clubs, health and fitness companies, hospitals, yoga

and pilates s nts, private tulfilled This
software engineers. particular requirement has
cruise ships and clients' home s, resorts. g by the sports
a m u s e m e n t and recreation industry, for making the future bright
fitness workers are also found in workplaces, where they organize and Creasingly, for eaP
another
opportunity for physical educationist
and fitness programmes for staff. Most
of fitness workers were self-em rect health
Mar
ng and Manufacturing Sports Equipment: In physical Education
them were personal trainers, while others were
group ntness instructred; manvof
ex-athletes launch their o workino
contract basis with fitness centers. Many a
(Equipment and players) also
nees are prepared for sport marketingand preparing sports apparels.
"

to make a living a s personal coaches. Compan

Sole proprietorships in order input is o
anutacturing of sports equipment
ne aspirant field and they get into sports marketin8
and sport 8etadvance training in the their o w n empires
establish
o r t h e get
pnent manufacturing and
 (SICAL EDUCATION
PHYSICA
IN

Education
ASPECTS

62 ISC PHYSICAL EDUCATION of Physical and Sport because 3

employment in the well established establishments of marketing and manufactur

th
AeE Re frield o f
md th
therapeutic
and
modalities like they have best knowledge
units. turing iding
rehabilitative

Therapy
ardinsetic ce
Cryotherapy, Thermotherapy,
etC. Trained Physical Education
Electromag services with special recruitment drives. personnel get priority in
Athletic Trainer: The job of an prevent, diagnose injuries
athletic trainer is to
provide correct and immediate medical aid using the skills and knowledge acaian defence

in the feld as a sportsperson. Generally, athletic trainers are hired by professio

sportspersons (individuals) or an entire team. It is also

well known fact that behi nal INSTITUTIONS OF PHYSICAL
dedication of a
hind MPORTANT
every successful athiete. there lays the hard work
and good athlet
letic
trainer. Experienced athletic trainer can make their career as health educator
or
EDUCATION IN INDIA
training specialist.
Research: There is a varied scope of research work
biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Anthropometry and Sports, Sports Psycholoo
in various areas i .
SUBHASNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF SPORTS (NSNISJ
N E

training was started at Netaji Subhas National institute of

Sports Sociologv etc. es
Sports,
for the handling and care 1 Oyer the years academic courses were also started at Bangalore,
Equipment Managers: The person responsible
Patiala i n 1 9 6 1

This profession offers

of Gandhinagar. 17582 Coaches incuding 507 foreign students have
everything from bats to helmets is the equipment manager.
Calcutta a n d
f r o m the four academic centres, so far.
at the college and professional levels. No special Presently, the Diploma
opportunities for employment largely heen
graduated
ESnorts Coaching by NIS 1s conducted at Patiala, Bangalore Kolkata and
training oreducation is necessary, but knowledge of the equipment and the ability to Course

Thiruvananthapuram.
perform minor repairs is important.
Sport Photography: Sports photographers are also much in demand, particularly Sbhas National Institute of Sports,
in
Patiala is also Asia's
India which
monumental building and sprawling
when major sports events are held. They cover sports events for newspaper and t Sports Institute is
housed the palaual
of Patiala whose descendants dedicated this
magazines, television channels and websites. Sports photographers
are employed
by by the erstwhile Maharaja
lawns of sports to the people of India.This Institute is popularly
magazines, news papers and various sports channels. A significant number of
promotion
the
sports mplex for lndian Sports and has produced Coaches of high caliber and
them work as freelancers. This means they are self employed and work for number of a s the "Mecca" of the preparation
in rendering their expertise and assistance in
publications. rn ifcantly contributed International competitions. Housed in the erstwhile
teams for various
ofthe national Institute of Sports, which
Sports Medicine: Adequate medical care is a necessity in the prevention and of Patiala (Punjab), National
control of athletic injuries. Sports Physicians, orthopedists, chiropractors, sports and Palace of Maharaja (Kíng) of the sports Authority of India was established by the
Academic Wing
fitness nutritionist and Psychologist play their role in this area. Sports physicians are is now the with the objective of developing sports
in the
India on 7th May, 1961
persons trained for prevention, recognition, diagnosis
and treatment of injuries, first Government of to train the Coaches in different sports
disciplines. The
Scientific lines and
on 23rd
aid country on Subhas National Institute of Sports (NSNIS)
as well as knowledge of soft
tissue and skeletal injuries. They must personally
examine and evaluate all candidates in his sports team prior to participation to Institute was renamed as Netaji
determine each individual's ftness for the same. Chiropractors do not believe in using January, 1973.
branch at Sree kanteerava
or surgery. They treat the injured athlete with heat, water, diet and massage of Sports, Patiala, established its
drugs The National Institute Office campus at Bangalore
therapy. Orthopedists treat injuries to the skeletal system-backs, necks, arms, joints 13-04-1974. The present Regional to
to cater
Stadium, Bangalore on 101.2 acres. In order
is built in a n area of
and body muscles. It is not necessary that all orthopedists and chiropractors go into
sports medicine. Sports psychologists study the psychological and mental factors that
university, on Mysore Road,
Personnel of Southern Region
comprising of the states of
Andhra

the needs of Sports & Pondicherry, It has all

affect and affected by participation and performance in sport, exercise and physical Tamilnadu, Lakshadweep
are
Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, for systematic
facilities
and scientiñc
activity. It deals with increasing performance by managing emotions and minimizing tne latest equipment and other
infrastructure

the psychological effects of injury and poor performance. Diet and supplementation training of elite sportsmen. 1982 and
of the players has a major role in the success of sports. The Sports and Fitness started in the year
of Sports, Kolkata
Subhas National Institute Lake City was
Nutritionist knows food, the athlete's likes and dislikes and the mental as well as the
Netaji Kolkata. The new
complex at Salt
Eden garden, India, his Excellency
physical aspects of eating right. They are generally employed by professional players, as unctioning
at
president of
1983 by the then
authority nala,
or
o n 23rd January,
private and public undertakings, health clubs etc. gurated of snipes with
the sports
Apart from serving as a player, those who have a passion for sports career can also Singh. After amalgamation the year
1987.
The Centet i
Lal centre in infrastructural

e n a m e d a s Netaji
Subhas eastern modern
work coach, team has all
as manager/ sports manager, fitness instructor, athletic trainer, C the present
complex etc.
which

Over 42 acres of land and and boarding

sports journalist, and photographer. Sports persons on retiring from active scientific, lodging, of eastern

also look forward to satisfying jobs in play can facilities, medical, of operation
assignments such as umpires and referees. In anging from training, sportspersons.
The areas

Tripura
and West
our country Spas and
yoga centers have grown like mushroom in most nf the 1urhani. red for the training of the Bihar,
Orissa,
Jharkhand,
d
 TS IN
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PHYSICAL FDUCATION ASP

Bengalury 65

Main Objectives and Functions Athletics

T o conduct coaching camps and
assist the national teams for particins
participation in Badminton
Swimming
International Competition Tennis
Sports
and monitor the
Promotional Schemes of
of sA
SAl an .Hockey
To impiement Taekwondo
govermment of India in respective Region. Kabaddi
Course in Coaching for various Sports and Games
Volleyball
To conduct Diploma Shooting
To raise the Technical competence and knowledge of coaches by cond
Refresher Courses. ducting
To assist and conduct Refresher Courses for coaches and Physical Eduicas
Teachers of indian States. cation Kho and
Softball to be conducted oncein two years from
2014-15 onwards. f the
20, then the courseiin Tennis and Swimmingwould be conducted at applicants
e than NSNIS, Patiala,.
To provide organizational support, documentation and sports scienti at Bangalore only.
itwilbe
information with the view to achieve in sports. entifc are
erwise,

To co-operate with various organizations, to provide information on

infrastructure. sports Kolkata

To identify sports talent among vanous age groups and groom them for
sports Archery Athletics
excellence.
Boxing Cricket
To provide scientiñc backup to sports persorn to achieve high level performan
ance Football
i sports.

I t also prepares the High level sportsmen for Indian

participating in various international competitions.
National Teams and for LNCPE, Thiruvananthapuram

The talent identified is Conditioning & Recovery

systematically trained and progressed through
intensive training for 6 to8 years towards the of Football
target achieving high level
sports performance by Centre of Excellence scheme at the centres.
Rowing, Kayaking & Canoeing
the centres also conduct
diploma course for producing high caliber coaches in
carious sports disciplines.
Sports Facilities
Available Disciplines at NIS Institute of Sports boasts of providing world-class facilities
Netaji Subhash National
trainees. Within the complex, there is a gymnasium, which consists of
Patiala to its
sophisticated equipments needed for workout. There is a swimming pool complex
Athletics too. The Institute has provided three indoor halls for wrestling, boxing, basketball,
Hockey Football
badminton, table tennis and weightlifting. The Institute also has facilities practice
to
Basketball Judo There are two squash courts, one cycling velodrome, a
Gymnastics volleyball, handball and judo.
Boxing Table Tennis Handball hockey field Astroturf and three grass fields.
Cycling Tennis
Volleyball With an 8-lane synthetic track, four-lane grass track and
8-1lane cinder tracks,
athletes to practice well for their game
Fencing Swimming NSNIS provides opportunity for the budding handball
Wrestling same number of
basketball cement courts and the
MOreover, there are two
Weightlifting Wushu and iootball grounds. One can avail of the four hard and one grass tennis court as
four courts.The six cricket
the institute provides
Orne volleyball enthusiasts, who want to acquire
a ruri wicket cricket ground are helpful for the people,
Npractice in cricket from the Institute.
Fencing and Wushu to be conducted once in two years
more than 20, then the course in from 2014-15 onwards. If the
at Patiala only. Hockey would be applicants are
conducted at Bangalore also, otherwise, Gymnasium and swimming pool complex badminton,
it will be basketball,
weightlifting, boxing,
ee indoor halls for wrestling,
table tennis
 A M E E RA S P

Volleybal. handball and judo EDUCATIO Aims a n d Objectives

establishment SAI was to

the of
Two squash courts The
main.
aim
alents in India, which is fulfilled to a gyeat upgrade the skills of the
extent, through its 23 budding
Cycling velodrome porsDread acrosS
the length and breadth of India. training
Through the various schemes
astroturf and three grass
fields iunior, junior and senior level, it ensures
l a t e d for s u b - j u n i o r ,
Hockey field that the
form, ened among different age groups of people. SAI has enthusiasm
o r t si s w i d e n e d .

track synthetic (8 lanes), grass (4

lanes) and cinder (8 lano. taken strenuous
Athletic nes) for
scouting and
in talent scouting of training selected
individuals. It has
Area for throws
efforts
rers, which includes coaching, infrastructure,
the players, which provided vital
inputs
to
sportskit. SAI has also provided competitive exposure to
to the
equipmentsportspersons.
talented
the talent
support and
Two basketball cement courts mentioned ure
The
major
objectives of SAI are as
Two football grounds Talent Scouting at microlevel & Nurturing talent towards excellence
Two handball grounds International Exposure
.Training &
Tennis (3 hard and 3 grass courts)
rt Training with Scientific & Sports Equipment and scientific personnel
F o u r volleyball courts
Monitor and enhance Performancewith a scientific evaluation system
cricket nets
Turf wicket cricket ground and 6 .Training and preparation of National teams
Archery ground .Sports
Infrastructure Development & Maintenance
Nine-hole golfcourse 4
. Maintenance and up gradation of stadia complexes and a shooting range in
Five-lane jogging and cross country track Delhi
Wushu Training Centre coaches and physical educationists of high caliber in different
To produce
disciplines of sports to broad base sports.

ITHE SPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA (SAID at SAI

Facilities Provided
The Sports Authority of India (SAI), a successor
organization of the IXth Asian Games nurtures talent in youth and provides them
of India supports and
held in New Delhi in 1982, was set up as a
Society registered of Societies Act, 1860 The Sports Authority facilities and competition exposure for
coaching
in pursuance of the Resolution No.
1-1/83/SAI dated 25th January 1984 of the requisite infrastructure, equipment, chain of SAI regional centers have been
There is large
Department of Sports, Govt. of India with the objective of promotion of Sports and their overall development. facilitates which are commonly found at SAI
decades. The
Games as detailed in the Resolution. It is also entrusted with the established over the past
below
maintaining and utilizing, on the behalf of Ministry of Youth Affairsresponsibility
of a r e as mentioned
training centers
& Sports, the
following Stadia in Delhi which were Track and Field
constructed/renovated for the IX Asian Games Standard
held in New Delhi in 1982
Volleyball court
Jawaharlal Nehru Sports Complex Basketball court
Indira Gandhi Sports Complex Handball court
Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium Cricket ground
Dr. Shyam Prasad Mookherjee Swimming Pool Complex Badminton court

Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Ranges Squash court

Subsequently, order to adopt an integrated approach towards

in Tennis court
development of sports consciousness, the promotion an
erstwhile Society for National Institutes Hockey field
of Physical Education &
Sports (SNIPES) consisting NSNIS Patiala at its centers
of Football field
and the two LNCPEs located at
Gwalior and indoor activities which
SAI W.e.f. 1st May 1987. The Thiruvananthapuram were merged wt
LNCPE Gwalior was
Multipurpose hall for
nes
infrastructure
facilities

of major games
September 1995 on attaining the status of a "Deemedhowever, delinked from SAl in The above motioned list is the list found at most of the SAI
training centres

University". are v P O p u l a r in India and commonly

 COMMITTEE (IOC) CARR
take strengthen the unity of the
action to
o s

INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC
To
i n d e p e

preserv the autonomy olympic

n d e
and to
of Movement, to protect its
69

the Modern Olympics. It was formed . inst any form of sport,

It is an international body controling 1894. The first duringt e To
againstact
discrimination affecting the
International Athletic Congress held
in Paris on June 25, comn
6.
encoura
pport the
and supj Olympic Movement;
ith a view to promotion women in sport at
were nominated by Baron de Coubernittee 7. To of
consisted of 15 members. The members with a
selection. The headquarters International
of Olympic Committee on hi in all
structures v
implementing the principle of all levels and
personal
in Lausanne (Switzerland). The International Olympic Committee is perman.Cated and women;
equality of mer
self elected body. As a rule one member
from cach country where there is a and lead the fight against doping in sport,
To
Olympic Committee, is nominated. But the country
where the Olympic mou onal 8.
and support measures
has once conducted Olymnient ig
protecting the health of
encoura

showing a greater progress or the country that 9.

o
has the privilege to nominate two members. From India Sir Dorabji Jamshedameg
Professor G.D.Sondhi and Raja Bhalindera Singh have had the Honour ata,
noSe any political or commercial abuse of sport and athletes;
10.

and support the athletes;

members of 1OC in the year 1920, 1932 and 1947 respectively. being To encourage

to
efforts of
provide for the social and sports organizations and
authorities professional future of athletes; public
and
Brief Composition of the Commitee 12. To encourage support the
development of sport for all;
President: The members elect President for eight years. He can be re-elected aTo encourage ana support a responsible concern for
Mr. t nromote environmental issues
ues,
Bikelas from Greek had the honour of being the first President of IOC. pr sustainabie development n sport and to require
Games are held accordingly; that the Olympic
Vice-President: There are two Vice-Presidents, who are elected by the
memher.
and remain in office for a term years. They can also be re-elected.
offour ATo promote a positive legacy irom the
Olympic Games to the host cities and
host countries;
Executive Board: lt consists of seven members, which includes
Vice Presidents and four elected members. Members are elected for
President. two
a
period of fou 15 To encourage and support initiatives blending sport with culture and education;
years and retire in rotation. They can not be re-elected.

International
Secretary General: The Chief Executive of the 10C is the
chosen by the Executive Board, who functions under Secretary General Functions of the Olympic Committee
the directions of the 1. The 10C selects the sites and fixes the dates for the Olympic games.
President.
The Function of the Executive Board of
International Olympic Committee 9It draws the rules and regulations for the competition and general programme
1. To organise conferences of delegates of International Federations for the Olympics. However, the technical aspect of the sport is left to the
and National
Olympic Committees and prepare annual report. International Federation concerned.
2. It recommends of
names new members to the I0C for Besides, the 1OC fornmulates the following programmes which are implemented
nomination.
3. It controls all the finances. through National Olympic Committees and sports organisations.
1. Celebration of the Olympie Day/Week
PURPOSE OF IOC 2. The Olympic Spirit.
The mission of the lOC is
to promote
Olympic Movement. The 1OC's Olympism throughout the world and to lead the Celebration of the Olympic Day/Week
role is:
1. To International Olympic Committee has emphaised the need for celebrating an Olympic
encourage and support the
sport as well as education of promotion of ethics and good Day Olympic week every year, preferably in the month of August according
to
youth through sport and to dedicate governance in or

ensuring that, in sport, the spirit in the various sports on

of fair
its efforts to
play prevails and violence is banned, c arections received from the IOC. Special competitions
shall be conducted in the educational
2. To
encourage and support the n p i c movement and its philosophy
sport and sports organization, development and coordination of institutions and sports clubs.
3. To ensure the
competitions; may be held at
regular celebration of the .so a ceremony on the day of the opening of the Olympic games
Olympic Games; prominent location and a fiame is lit to burn
4. To Cn the olympic flag is raised in a
cooperate with the competent of the friendly contest
in which the
in the public or private l e period of
games to serve as a reminder
the service organisations
endeavour to
place sport at and authorities t teams
of are engaged in the greatest festival of sport.
promote peace; humanity and thereby t
 YSICAL EDUCATION
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AREER.
SPECIS
IN

promote
nd
and
encourage the physical, moral and
encos

The Olympic Spirit

To
2. youth of the nation for the
development of character,cultural education of the
Spinit among the youth of the good health and
of Olympic
citizenship.

To the development
and the press on Dhhtry god
encourage public the and
the
for
of education Committee an nforce all rules
regulation of the
to la phy. of
Olympic Association and notinternational
3. To enfor
a programme in mind not
promote
the National Olynmpic
will keep ian Olym
the Indian Olympic Committee
amateurism.

stress on performance and

new records, but more on
ational, aesthetic,
social, educationa0mu much any
activity which is in
to
indulge in associate
contradiction with the Olympic
Charter.
with
or

value of amateur sports.

ethical, and spiritual llow, obse and uphold the
To f
n case of any primacy and domination of the
Charte contradiction between it and the Olympic
OLYMPIC ASSOCIATION (IOAJ onstitution framed by the Indian Olympic Association.rules, bye-laws and
INDIAN end the exclusive right of the 1OC
formed in 1927. Mr. Dorabji Tata was nforce and defen«
Association and the Association to
4. To
was
Indian Olvmpic the
Sondhi as Assistant Secreta r of the Olympic properties pursuant to the
President, Dr. D.G. Noehrem, Secretary
and G.D. use Olympic Charter.
Indian Olympic Association is functioning
ated with
and is afiliated with Inte nCe
International the official organization in complete and sole
be the
he
then charge of all Olynpic
5. To
Olympic Committee. in the country.
matters

The name of the Society is "Indian Olympic Association'" & "Bhas educate the public of the country as to the value of sport.
6. To
Olympic Sangh". with National
7. In cooperation Sports Federations to guard and enforce the
The Registered Office of the Society situated at B-29, Qutub Institutional.
New Delhi 110016.
Area, applicable rules.

aTo maintain the highest ideals of sport and to promote interest therein,
rticularly in connection with the Olympic Games and other Games under
Composition of Indian Olympic Association of the I.0.C. as well as the I.0.A.
the patronage
Elections of Indian Olympic Association are held once in four years at the Annu aTo have full and complete jurisdiction over all matters pertaining to the
nual
meeting of the General Assembly to elect the council members. narticipation of India in the Olympic Games and other
Games under the
of the IOC as well as the IOA. To participate in the Games of
They are: patronage
athletes and to constitute, organize and lead its
(i) A President the Olympiad by sending
Games and at the regional, continental or world
delegation at the Olympic
(ii) Nine Vice-Presidents
multi-sports competitions patronized by the 1OC. It shall also ensure that
conduct themselves in a responsible and
(ii) A Secretary General the delegation shall
the members of
manner at all such meets.
(iv) Six Joint Secretaries dignified
Federations in the
the National Sports
(v) A Treasurer and cooperate with
10. To assist of the teams that will represent
India in the
and coaching
(vi) Seven members elected from among the representatives of State Olympic selection, training Asian Games and other
international
Olympic/Asian/Commonwealth/South

the I.O.C. as well as

associations. under the patronage of
tournaments,
competitions and
(vii) Twelve members elected from among the Representatives of National Sports
I.O.A.
Federations/Associations /Service Sports Control Board. and controls the participation
the team, the 1OA supervises
After the selection of
said competitions
and tournaments.
The Objectives for which the Societyis Registered are: of the team in the Federations thefinancing
Sports
of National and India
1. The Indian Olympic Association, being part ofthe Olympic movement, undertake 1 . To undertake with the assistance welfare of teams from
maintenance of
to respect provisions of the Olympic Charter, the Olympic movement, the transportation, the patronage
management, Games under
Games and other
Anti-Doping Code and to abide by the decisions of the International Olympic the Olympic
taking part in
Committee. I.0.A.
the I.0.C. as well as
international
for such
from India
A t National Level to participate in events to promote peace and to promote 410 Certily the eligibility
of competitors
certification. of
Women in sport. such
competitions a s require in the promotion
of the country Olympic
To develop, promote and protect the Olympic movement in India in interest of the people a s form
the State
Stimulate the as well
accordance with the Olympic charter. * in the Olympic
programme

games Territory.
T o support and encourage the PO Land State/Union
promotion of sports ethics, to fight agains S S O C i a t i o n in
newly-formed

doping and to demonstrate a responsible concern to environmental 1Ssu

 SIN PHI

HYSICAL EDUCATION AMERASPEC

instructors,
i ap r o d u c i n g t r a i n e d m
gym
sports injury atheletic trainers, sports
2
communication
between National Sports Fod. specialized

the channel of Fedtion

management, aerobics nutritionists and
individuals spe

14 To act as other assistance the

to the
and the Government
of India for
financial or
Federations
National training and martial
15. To admit the membership
of State Olympic
Associations

submit their annual reports

and
andpot
arts.

College fPhysical Education is an

be required to Nadu sical Educat and Sports autonomous lege
Y M C A

Federations which shall

ich disdited University. lIt iscollegeproject
affliated t the afs.
failing which
statement of accounts to

action can be taken

the I.0.A. for
information,
disciplinary Tamil

YM by National
National Co
e
institute
Council
ute is
ot
is
accredited
accVeSity,

by NAAC as an A of N National
a

afiliated unit for misbehavio. recognized Teacher Education grade college.

any is and
Government of
disciplinary action against o t.
is
To take
16
undesirable activity bringing
discredit to the country and sport any N a d u .
Tamil
other
expedient to proms
or TheYMCA nG
n s been
has been recognized by both the
Government
17 To do all other things that may be necessary
and games in the countiy
note
and tor the conduct the o ft h e p i o n e
organizations Working with youth for the and Community as one
development of sports its
-

body,
bod mind and spirit complete development
business. their
p e r s o n a l i t y
as
encapsulated in the
universal policy
of
of
of any kind, whether of a n
Y M C A .

To resist in the realm of sports all pressure

18.
legal, racial. religious or
economic nature. political,
Vision
establishments in Ind
19. To collaborate with schools and university
of Olympism at National level with
a
to YMCA college Physical Education which was established nine
of
propagate the fundamental principles hin t decades ago
framework of sports activity and also take steps for the diffusion of Olvmei visualized as a Teacher Training institution which prepares is
pism ation with over all
development of full-fedged leaders in
in the teaching programmes of Physical Education. Physical Educa ti.
physical, mental, moral,
values who can contribute to the nation. In creating and sustaining and
ît citizens. spiritual
20. To take steps for the creation of National Olympic Academies, Olm
Museums and other cultural institutes related to the Olympic movement
physical education leaders of high academic caliber, with a holistic development of
body.
21. To help National Sports Federation, State
collaborateand Olympic Associatione nind and spirit nurtured witn d
strong commitment to serve
humanity reflecting christian values
and other Sports bodies in the training of the sports administrators for the
effective dissemination of sports information in India.
Mission
22. To resist and oppose any form of discrimination on grounds of race,
religion Striving for excellence in Physical Education profession and allied sciences through
legal, politics, gender or otherwise and to resist violence in sport.
dynamic programmes and activities and empower youth with increased responsibility
23. To lay down guidelines enforce the World Anti-Doping Code of
to
of serving the community.
the
International Olympic Committee and to fight against the use of
substance To pursue global standard of excellence in teaching, learning, research and
and procedures prohibited by the International Olympic Committee or
International Federations and to adopt and implement World
the consultancy by self evaluation and continuous improvement.
Anti-Doping Provide knowledge-based services' to the sports industry and to satisfy the needs
Agency Code thereby ensuring that the 1OA's Anti-Doping policies and
rules, membership and/or funding requirements and of the society.
results, management
procedures conform with the World Anti-Doping Code and respect all the rules YACA Motto "The Abundant Life"
and responsibilities for the National
Olympic Committee that are listed within The National Council of YMCAs of India is the governing body of the
the World Anti-Doping Code. Indian YMCAs
24. To have full and
which formulates various policies and spells out issues and concerns
for
to be addressed
complete jurisdiction at the local level. The headquarters for the National Committee was in Madras
one
over all matters pertaining to the
designation of the city this may apply to organize Olympic Games in India. year and the Convention unanimously elected Mr. S.
Sathianadhan as Chairman,
W.R. Arbuthnot as Hony. Treasurer and David McConaughy as its first Secretary.

YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION CYMCAJ he national headquarters was situated

in Calcutta between 1891 and
finally shifting to New Delhi
in 1964
1964 at

YMCA College of
Physical Education was founded
,at Kussell Street and later at 5, Russel Street, National Council celebrated its
by Mr. Harry Crowe Buck in the Bharat Road. The
Yuvak Bhawan, 1, Jai Singh
year 1920. Mr. Buck was a the first Indian YMCA
stands
pioneer in physical education training in India. The college Enary in 1991. The first Indian Bishop V.S. Azariah
was
as a hallmark for
training physical education teachers, the frst Indian
of the Mahatma Gandhi
who can teach
physical education, skills and techniques coaching
the students Etary and Sir K.T. Paul an associate the Indian Movement 1The India
YMCA
of
sports competition and undergo research of games,
organizing O a l General Secretary in 1916. Spread across its nine Regions in the country
programmes. This college is instrumenta n e n t has 556 affiliated local
associations
men and
women.
comprising both lakhs,
nembership of around 2
 ISC PHYSICAL EDUCATION ASPECTS
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The Indian MER ished. It is the oldest

as establishe
Secretaries in India.
YMCAAis Bducation Minority Christ. institute of pioneer
hristian Institution
75
140 VMCA
Professional
USA and is a part ofthe the India.
It is a
run by the physical education in
world after the
There are
membal YMe ugh the Lucknow Christian College Society. Methodist Church
second largest
netwwork in the
World Alliance of YMCAs with 125 MCA
ntrie
ndia through the
in
which is
known as nd Pacife
to the Asia and Pacific of the college is- Omnid Ad Dei
fratermity
YMCAs of India is also afiliated
Alliance of T h e m o t t o

Gloriam taken from

National Council of
YMCAs and is among the 27 member
countries.
Glory ff God. It
God. inspired the Founder and Latin
is the motive which
It is
meaning -All
all others
to
t h
the
e s ey e a r s .
through
f this college is to
Goals of YMCA
Aim incorporate good positive Healthy life
Honesty, Dependability, Loyalty,
The

and activities
Scholarliness, supporting
Engaging youth
in leadership roles
in programmes

with the aim of reaching O Cro

out to 10
o thei
crore
. values like

Enterprise and Ded edicated Services to the student to Broad-mindedness.

enable them
highest lev to build
enablement and empowerment
people across India.
young Courtesy,

yes
u pt h e i r l i v es at the

Gender Sensitivity within the Mo. available for the encouragement of a high degree of excellence
re

Bnsuring Gender
Justice through
negating all that perpetn nt faci orts, 7There is a plenty of space for field events
sports.
and games
in
world for
women by and
well as as
and creating a safe the mes
athletic tracks.
society.
well
- -m a i n t a i n e d

of our
gender-biased traditions
to our activities and progra strong body can ssess a strong mind. To cater to the needs of
innovative approach Only a
undertake different sports activities and healthy
a
Demonstrating through dents to
the stude
issues and concerns that impact ncourage
to meet
our commitment to addressing societ body
we

provides excellent facilities for sports and

and communities imbued in the
Christ Spirit with a Secular outlool that goals
the college games available toall
s t u d e n t s of all the faculties viz. Arts,
essentially Ecumenical, Evangelical, nternational and Commerce, Science and Physical
underlies our
Movement.
Inter bonah

denominationai character as a Christian

Education.

Promoting healthy. living for all by engaging in health-related issues and
concerns and those of disabilities.
Creating an image and identity of the Movement and communicating
innovatively and impactfuly across a wide spectrum of Indian society.
Therea r e several fields and rtunities for students to take part in the regular
activities held during the year. The annual athletic meet and Cricket tournaments
erate much enthusiasm among the students. Several students represent the
llege each year in district, state and national level competition bringing laurels to
the institution.

Emphasizing training and leadership development in the Movement by

enhancing competency and ensuring quality of service delivery.
Strengthening the Movement by translating Mission into Action, while
THE LAKSHMIBAI NATiONAL UNIVERSITY OF PHYSICAL
EDUCATION (LNIPEJ
transforming Constituent YMCAs of The National Council of YMCAs of India.
of Physical Education (LNIPE), Gwalior, is
Committed to upholding the integrity of creations, protecting and The Lakshmibai National University
preserving a Government of India sponsored
deemed university, under the Ministry of Youth
the Earth's fragile cosystem, reducing Carbon-Footprints,
conserving the excellence in sports and physical education
Biosphere and enhancing awareness on Emergent Environmental Concerns. Affairs and Sports, dedicated to promoting
is located on the Agra Mumbai National Highway at -

in the country. The campus

Pradesh, India.
Shaktinagar, Gwalior in the state Madhya
of
LUCKNOW CHRISTIAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICALEDUCATION (LCCPE) The Lakshmibai National University of Physical
Education began its life in

Founded in 1862 of Physical Education (LCPE), in memory

tiny school in the Husainabad area of the old city of Lucknow,
as a 1957, in the form of Lakshmibai College Vikram
the of physical education, affiliated to
college has a long and proud history. Husainabad School House was established 0f Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi, as a college
shifted to Jiwaji University.
by Rev. J. H. Messmore, a
pioneer educationist missionary in Lucknow. It was later University, Ujjain and, In 1964, the college
was

shifted to Inayat Bagh, now a part of college campus, and was raised to the level or to Lakshmibai
National College of Physical
High School in 1882.
n 1973, the college was renamed as an autonomous
in 1982, was upgraded
In 1877 and 1888, the
aucation (LNCPE) and 9 years later, to Lakshmibai
National Institute 0
Centennial School occurred in 1995,
(which raised to High School in
was ge.A further name change Lakshmibai National University
1882) and Reid Christian Intermediate the present name of
SIcal Education and in 2000,
o
the College were established respectively. In 186 declared, by the Government
college was allowed to start degree classes in Arts and Science. Education was accepted
when it was
Ministry of Youth
Affairs
n:Sical over the affairs
to the
a deemed university, handing
Keeping in view the need of the professional And
wasestablished in 1932 and, in the same courses, Teachers' Training Colle Sports, which is all its activities.
year, under the leadership of Mr. E. W. L funding
Mumby, pioneer Physical Education in Northern
a of i
India, the College of Physia"
 ISCPE
PHYSICAL EDUCA CMER
ASPFI
KabaddiCourts
77
Badminton Courts

Throw-ball Court
The Vision pursuit of e x c e l l e .
in
relentless
in Ph Stadium (to seat 2000 spectators)
The vision
institution
of the
is to engage
fitness and
wellness of the citizens
ns.
hyskca
hockeyFields
health,
E d u c a t i o n and
Sports for
3-A Side 95 mtrs. Indoor
has a Swimming Pool with dedicated fltration
a l s o

with
Locker. Shower Rooms. The indoor and
The Mission
learningand
d research
research in cognitive, phychomot eulation
plant
Gymnasium Complex
The mission is
Quality teaching,
E d u c a t i o n s and
Sports. and c o n s i s t so f

Gymnasium Halls (2)

domains in Physical
afective
Wrestling Halls (1)
Institute Training Rooms (2)
Objective of the Weight
Labs
Measurement
under:
the University
are as and
The objectives of Test
teachers and
leaders in the of nPhysical
field of
T o prepare highly qualified
Education and Sports.
To serve as a
center of excellence and
innovation in Physical Educat QUESTIONSs
Sports.
and academic leadership
to other institutione : seite
ri in detail career aspect in physical education. Explain any two.
provide professional
in the 1.
To the various ca career options available in the field of physical education.
Education. 2. List
field of Physical two of them in detail.
To provide vocational guidance and placement services to the professional. in Discuss any
and academic programmes of Lakshmibai National
this fieid. Write the objectives
3. Education.
in Physical Education and Sports. Institute of Physical
T o promote mass-participation State
To develop and promote programmes of Physical Education and Sports in the Institute Netaji Subhash National on Sports (NSNIS) formed?
was
4. Why
of its objectives.
country. any five
in detail composition
and functions of International Olympic
To encourage and produce scientific contemporary literature in the field of Explain
5.
Physical Education and Sports. Committee.
Association and its composition.
To provide community services in the field of Physical Education and Sports
ts. 6. Explain about Indian Olympic
is mandatory with an elite athlete?
7. Why a sports psychologist
Sports Fields Christen College (YMCA).
8. Write in detail about Young Marry
The institution has a state-of-the-art Sports Infrastructure. It has spacious and well Write the purposes of
International Olympic Committee
9.
laid play fields for major outdoor games and sports.
10. Write short notes
on the following:
Squash Court
(a) Role of a sports journalist
Indoor Cricket Pitch
coach
Cricket Field (b) Role of a sports
Football Field (c) Role ofa sports manager
Hockey Field 11. Write short notes on the following
Athletic Track 400 mts. with throw area National on Sports (NSNIS)
(a) Institute Netaji Subhash
Multipurpose Games Area (of 12 acres)
(b) Sports Authority of India (SA)
Practice Football Enclosure (Walled) term Olympic Spirit?
12. What do you understand by the
Basketball Court (Flood light for 2000 spectators) Association.
13. State the objectives of Indian Olympic
Basketball courts (Esphalted)
Tennis Courts
Volleyball Courts
Kho-kho Fields