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Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education


Sports

Overview

Kalasalingam believes sports activities (both indoor and outdoor) are essential in keeping the health and mind healthy and stay strong. Our institute give special emphasis for sports students by giving scholarship and by training them continuously
to bring more laurels to our institute and to the student as a individual, as a success of this process many students are placed in government job.

Facilities

To mention some of the achievement of our students in National/International level competitions

INDOOR STADIUM

Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium (Multipurpose)

  • Wooden floor
    • Badminton Court – 3 Nos
    • Volleyball Court – 1 No
    • Kabaddi Court – 2 Nos
    • Basketball Court – 1 No
  • Well equipped Multi Gymnasium with all equipment
  • Table Tennis hall
  • Taekwondo practice arena
  • Boxing practice arena

OUTDOOR SPORTS AND GAMES ARENA

  • 400 Mts Standard Track with 8 lanes
  • Football field
  • Hockey field
  • Cricket Oval
  • Basketball Court with Flood light
  • Volleyball Court with Flood light
  • Ball badminton court
  • Kho-Kho court
  • Kabaddi court
  • Handball court
  • Tennis court with Flood light
  • Archery open practice arena

MARK ANDREW SPITZ SWIMMING POOL

    Construction of Mark Andrew Spitz Swimming Pool at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education in the International standard was the big dream of our Founder Chairman “Kalvivallal” Thiru T. Kalasalingam and the dream of our Founder Chairman is now fulfilled by constructing the Swimming Pool which is built under the magnificent and mighty hills of Western Ghat.
    The Swimming Pool is constructed with the technical advice from Mr. V. VALVEEMARAJA, Formerly Manager, Stadium Officer, Aquatic Complex Velacherry, Chennai.


KARE Swimming Men and Women team players were selected to represent the Tamilnadu State in the 38th National Games held at Dehradun, Uttarakhand from 6th to 14th February, 2025 organised by India Olympic Association & Indian Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs.


KARE Swimming Men and Women team players were participated in the 4th State Finswimming Championship – 2024 event held at Virudhunagar on 22.06.2024. They won the following medals: Gold – 10 Nos., Silver– 6 Nos., Bronze – 3 Nos. Total 19 Medals.


Dept. Of Physical Education – Students for securing Govt.jobs Through Sports Quota

On behalf of the Department Of Physical Education, We congratulate the following students for securing government jobs through sports quota category (Form – 3).


3’s State Level Volleyball Tournament-04.02.2024

Our KARE Volleyball team players participated in the 3’S State Level Volleyball Tournament held at Nanguneri and won First Place with Cash award Rs.15,000. Organized by Kompaiya Bose Volleyball Association, Tirunelveli District on 04th February 2024.


VIFA Cup National Championship-2024


IPOH International Archery Championship -2024


State Level Junior Kabadi Championship


Aqua Fest Sea Swimming-2024


World Silambam Champion – 2024


State Level Volleyball Tournament for School boys and girls (11-01-2024)

The Department of Physical Education, KARE organized a State Level Volleyball Tournament titled, “Kalasalingam Memorial Trophy-2024” for the School Boys and girls at the University Sports Arena on 11-01-2024. Twelve teams from different districts participated and played with enthusiasm. Rajapalayam Nadar Higher Secondary School won the first prize and championship in the boys category. Govt Higher Secondary School, Hosur won the first prize and championship in the girls category. Mr. S. Chithambaram, Physical Director made all arrangements. Dr. A. Samson Nesaraj, Director (Student Affairs) distributed the certificates, medals and prizes.




    Details of the Swimming Pool is as follows:
Total area of the Mark Andrew Spitz Swimming Pool 5667 sq.m.
Built up area 1320 sq.m.
Size of the Mark Andrew Spitz Swimming Pool 50 m x 25 m
No. of Lanes 08 Lanes
Depth 5 Feet

 

    Life Guards

  • Life Guards, who are well versed in swimming and are having swimming certificates were appointed. They are keeping close eye on the swimmers and the pool to ensure the safety of the swimmers.
  • They are well versed in basic medical training and are qualified for Emergency Medical Rescue Training from Rashtriya Life Saving Society of India.
    Upkeep and Maintenance of Swimming Pool

  • Swimming Pool is always maintained with Clean and hygienic surrounding, following the words of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of our Nation.
  • They are well versed in basic medical training and are qualified for Emergency Medical Rescue Training from Rashtriya Life Saving Society of India.
  • The water is tested every day for pH level and chlorine level present as per the safety standards.
  • Every Monday, the swimming pool is closed and all the cleaning works are taken place.
  • Flood lights are installed for lighting purpose at night times.


Ladies Students and Staffs 6:15 am – 7:15 am 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm
Gents Students and Staffs – 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

 

    *Monday Holiday


    2014-2015

  • 31st Annual Sports Day Swimming Competitions organised for KLU students (Men and Women) on 18th March 2015.
2015-2016

  • Virudhunagar District Aquatic Association organised Virudhunagar District Inter School Swimming Competition for Boys and Girls on 27th July 2015.
  • Inter Institutions Swimming Competitions was organised as part of National Sports Day Celebration on 26th – 28th August 2015.
  • Tamil Nadu Police – Inter Zonal Swimming Competition was organised by Virudhunagar District Police on 21st & 22nd November 2015.
  • 32nd Annual Sports Day Swimming Competitions organised for KLU students (Men and Women) on 1st March 2016.
  • Swimming Referee Training to Physical Education Teachers in Tamil Nadu on 20th – 23rd May, 2016.
  • Inter Institutions Swimming Competitions for the Institutions affiliated to Madurai Kamarajar University was organised on 29th August 2016.
    2016-2017

  • Virudhunagar District Aquatic Association organised Virudhunagar District Inter School Swimming Competition for Boys and Girls on 28th August 2016.
  • Tamil Nadu State Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Kalasalingam University and Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) on 18th – 19th January 2017.
  • 33rd Annual Sports Day Swimming Competitions organised for KLU students (Men and Women) on 21st & 22nd March 2017.
  • Swimming competitions organised for hostel students (MH-I) on 28th March 2017.
    2017-2018

  • Inter-Institutions Swimming Competitions for the Institutions affiliated to Madurai Kamarajar University was organised on 1st September 2017.


2014-15

  1. Aarthi, II Year B.Tech (ECE) was selected to Virudhunagar District Swimming Team.
2015-16

  1. Harikrishnakumar, I B.Tech (Mech) won first place in 200 meters free style in the district level Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Trophy organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu at Virudhunagar on 6th February 2016.
  2. P.Bharanidharan, I B.Tech (Mech) won second place in 50 meters breast stroke in the district level Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Trophy organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu at Virudhunagar on 6th February 2016.
  3. Harikrishnakumar, I B.Tech (Mech) won second place in 100 meters free style and third place in 100 meters breast stroke in the State level inter collegiate Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumar Nadar College on 66th February 2016.
  4. P. Bharanidharan, I B.Tech (Mech) won second place in 100 meters breast stroke in the State level inter collegiate Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumar Nadar College on 6th February 2016.
  5. G. Ajithkumar, II B.Tech (Mech) won third place in 100 meters butterfly in the State level inter collegiate Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumar Nadar College on 6th February 2016.
2016-17

  1. Subbiah, I B.Tech (Chemical) won first place in District level CM Trophy conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu at Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumar Nadar College on 28th November 2016.
  2. Subbiah, I B.Tech (Chemical) won third place in 100 Mts Freestyle in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  3. Antara Roy, II B.Tech (Biotech) won third place in 100 Mts Freestyle in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  4. P. Bharanidharan, II B.Tech (Mech) won second place in 100 Mts Breast stroke in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  5. Kaushik, I B.Tech (Mech) won third place in 100 Mts Back Stroke in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  6. Udhaya Shri, III B.Tech (ECE) won second place in 100 Mts Backstroke in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  7. Aarthi, III B.Tech (ECE) won third place in 100 Mts Breast stroke in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  8. G. Ajith kumar, III B.Tech (Mech) won second place in 100 Mts Butterfly in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  9. Buvaneshwari, I B.Sc (Horti) won second place in 100 Mts Butterfly in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  10. Harikrishnakumar, II B.Tech (Mech) won third place in 200 Mts Individual Medley in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  11. Bhairavi, I B.Tech (Biotech) won first place in 200 Mts Individual Medley in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  12. The women swimmers from Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education won the Overall Championship in the Tamil Nadu Inter University Swimming competition jointly organised by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education on 18th & 19th January 2017.
  13. P. Bharanidharan, II B.Tech (Mech) won second place in 100 Mts Breast stroke in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  14. Bhuvaneswari, I B.Sc (Horti) won second place in 100 Mts Breast stroke in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  15. Harikrishnakumar, II B.Tech (Mech) won third place in 100 Mts Breast stroke in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  16. Subbiah, I B.Tech (Chemical) won second place in 100 Mts Freestyle in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  17. Bhairavi, I B.Tech (Biotech) won third place in 100 Mts Freestyle in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  18. Subbiah, I B.Tech (Chemical) won second place in 100 Mts Butterfly in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  19. Bhuvaneswari, I B.Sc (Horti) won third place in 100 Mts Butterfly in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  20. P. Bharanidharan, II B.Tech (Mech) won first place in 4×50 Mts Freestyle Relay in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  21. Harikrishnakumar, II B.Tech (Mech) won first place in 4×50 Mts Freestyle Relay in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  22. Kaushik, I B.Tech (Mech) won first place in 4×50 Mts Freestyle Relay in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  23. Subbiah, I B.Tech (Chemical) won first place in 4×50 Mts Freestyle Relay in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
  24. The men swimmers from Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education won the Overall Championship in the State Level Swimming competition organised by Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College on 29th January 2017.
2017-18

  1. Praveen, I B.Com won first place in 50 Mts Freestyle in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  2. Subbiah, II B.Tech (Chemical) won second place in 50 Mts Freestyle in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  3. Dhivya, I B.Com won first place in 50 Mts Freestyle in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  4. Bhairavi, II B.Tech (Biotech) won second place in 50 Mts Freestyle in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  5. P. Bharanidharan, III B.Tech (Mech) won first place in 50 Mts Back Stroke in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  6. Kausik, II B.Tech (Mech) won third place in 50 Mts Back Stroke in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  7. Dhivya, I B.Com won first place in 50 Mts Back Stroke in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  8. Bhuvaneswari, II B.Sc (Horti) won second place in 50 Mts Back Stroke in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  9. Alagumurugan, I MSW won first place in 50 Mts Breast Stroke in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  10. Harikrishnakumar, III B.Tech (Mech) won seconde place in 50 Mts Breast Stroke in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  11. Bhuvaneswari, II B.Sc (Horti) won first place in 50 Mts Breast Stroke in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  12. Subbiah, II B.Tech (Chemical) won first place in 50 Mts Butterfly in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  13. Praveen, I B.Com won second place in 50 Mts Butterfly in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  14. Bhairavi, II B.Tech (Biotech) won first place in 50 Mts Butterfly in the District level competition conducted by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) Virudhunagar on 30th August 2017.
  15. In the 12th Tamil nadu state short course tournament held at Tirunelveli, organized by Swimming aquatic association on February 10th & 11th 2018. Our KARE bagged 20 medals i.e.,In men category: silver 2, bronze 13 and In Women category: gold 4, silver 1.


    Infrastructure available in the Swimming Pool:

  • First Aid Medical Room.
  • Filtration Plant
  • Separate Rest Room and Shower Room for Men and Women.
  • Conference Hall.
  • Chlorination.
  • Viewing point for Visitors and Guests at the First Floor of the Building.
  • Medical Room for Emergency purpose which is having basic medical equipment and special equipment like Oxygen Tank.


    Swimmers Achievements

Swimming Pool Infrastructure


No one will be allowed in the swimming area unless the pool is officially open and a life guard is on duty.

  1. The right of admission is reserved.
  2. Not liable for any claims what so ever, for every, for any kind of accident, injury and loss of life by users.
  3. Right of termination of membership for misconduct default or any other reason is reserved.
  4. Members should wear proper not transparent swimming costumes and caps.
  5. Trainers from outside will not be permitted for giving training to swim.
  6. Membership is strictly non transferable.
  7. Member should bring membership card daily.
  8. The members are requested to register their names before using the pool.
  9. Loss of membership card should be reported immediately.
  10. Diving in pool is not permitted.
  11. Persons with skin diseases and heart attack will be permitted only after getting medical certificate from the medical officer.
  12. Stuffs are not permitted in the premises.
  13. Cell phones, costly ornaments, camera and cash will not be permitted if the loss occurs the University is not responsible for the loss.
  14. Smoking/drinking is strictly prohibited.
  15. Members should have a shower and foot bath before entering into the pool.
  16. Horse play not allowed in the pool
  17. Swimming pool should be used in hygienic manner.


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YOGA ACHIEVEMENTS 2023-2024

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National Sports Day

Department of Physical Education has conducted the National Sports Day celebrations on
August, 29, 2023 in the Indoor Auditorium at the University campus. The programme started
with the State Anthem of Tamil Nadu. The Physical Director Dr. S. Vijayalakshmi shared the
welcome address. The Director of Student Affairs Dr. A. Samson Nesaraj spoke about the
importance of celebrating National Sports Day. Further, he encouraged the students to actively
participate in the sports activities and bring laurels to the University. Students who learnt boxing
exhibited their boxing skills. The sports students of Kabaddi, Silambam, Weight Lifting and
Hand Ball showcased their talents through adventurous programmes. Dr. C. Sangeetha, Assistant
Professor, Department of English shared the vote of thanks. The programme ended with the
National Anthem.


1 st State Level Kalasalingam Memorial Trophy Kabaddi Invitation Tournament for Men – 2023 (30-09-2023)

Department of Physical Education, Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (KARE) conducted the ‘1st State level Kalasalingam Memorial Trophy Kabaddi Invitation Tournament for Men’ on 30th September 2023 in the Indoor Stadium of KARE campus. Totally, 10 Colleges were participated from various Districts of Tamil Nadu. The Physical Director Dr. S. Vijayalakshmi welcomed the gathering and inaugurated the tournament. Then, the events were conducted based on knockout cum league format. KARE Kabaddi A and B teams won the First and Second Place. Third place was won by Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan College of Engineering – Coimbatore and Fourth place was won by Sree Balakrishna College of Arts and Science – Rajapalayam. The Director (Student Affairs) Dr. A. Samson Nesaraj briefed about the importance of sports and health fitness and distributed the Trophies, Certificates and Medals to the winning teams.


KARE Kabaddi A and B teams – Won the First and Second Places


Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan College of Engineering, Coimbatore – Won the Third Place


Sree Balakrishna College of Arts and Science, Rajapalayam – Won the Fourth Place


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