Who We Are
The Martial Arts Authority of Gujarat (MAAG) is the designated state governing authority established to coordinate, recognize, and develop combat sports disciplines within Gujarat. Operating as an apex regulatory federation, MAAG aligns school curriculums, municipal dojos, and private academies into a structured national sports framework.
MAAG serves as the single-window bridge connecting athletes, coaches, academies, district associations, and international masters under one transparent, merit-driven system.
Stakeholders Governed Across Gujarat:
Statutory Jurisdiction
Government of Gujarat Registered Entity
Our Vision
To develop Gujarat into an internationally recognized bastion of martial arts excellence by constructing an inclusive, transparent, and high-performance ecosystem that nurtures champions while upholding the ancient values of discipline and honor.
- Modernized sports facilities in every taluka.
- Podium finishers across National Games, Asian Games, and the Olympics.
- Seamless integration of traditional and Olympic combat codes.
Our Mission
To regulate, educate, and empower every participant in Gujarat through standardized belt gradings, verified coaching licensure, zero-tolerance anti-doping policies, and merit-based selection trials.
- Elimination of unaccredited and counterfeit belt certificates.
- Athlete safety assurance with mandatory ringside medical standards.
- Official validation for university sports quota and state honors.
Objectives of the Authority
Statewide Expansion
Cultivate structured dojos across rural talukas and urban schools.
Youth Character
Harness martial philosophy for mental focus, civic duty, and physical vigor.
Athlete Welfare
Provide medical cover protocols, tournament insurance, and coaching clinics.
Coaching Standards
Establish continuous professional education and background verification for trainers.
District Alignment
Empower district associations with technical examiners and official sanctions.
State Championships
Organize sanctioned ranking cups and selection trials under Olympic rules.
Digital Licensure
Maintain an encrypted central database of belt rankings and athlete UIDs.
Ethics & Fair Play
Enforce strict anti-doping and anti-harassment codes in all training halls.
Heritage Defense
Preserve indigenous Gujarati arts including traditional Lathi and Shaurya Kala.
National Feeder
Bridge Gujarat medalists directly into national preparatory squads and camps.
Martial Arts Under MAAG
Official sanctioning and rules compliance applied across recognized styles.
Wushu / Kung Fu
Taolu • SandaTaekwondo
WT Olympic • PoomsaeKarate-Do
Kata • KumiteKickboxing
Tatami • K-1 RulesMixed Martial Arts
Unified Amateur RulesTraditional Lathi
Indigenous Gujarati ArtsJudo
IJF Olympic RulesBoxing
Amateur Pugilist FormatOrganizational Hierarchy
Martial Arts Authority of Gujarat
Rules • Disciplinary • Selection Panels
33 Recognized District Associations
Municipal Centers & Grassroots Boards
Affiliated Dojos, Combat Academies & Schools
12,000+ Licensed Athletes, Coaches & Officials
District Network
MAAG operates across all 33 administrative districts of Gujarat. Each district maintains an affiliated association responsible for sanctioning local matches, conducting belt gradings, and fielding teams for the Gujarat State Games.
Athletes & Coaches
Athlete Membership
Personalized Digital Identity Cards, certified belt history, tournament eligibility, and insurance cover.
Coach Licensing
Statutory certification, pedagogical seminars, sports science clinics, and referee training credentials.
Masters & Instructors
Accreditation of senior Dan holders as official technical examiners and state tournament supervisors.
Examiner Board →Academy & School Affiliation
Ensuring training centers maintain appropriate safety gear, certified coaches, and hygienic environments.
Application
Submit dojo layout, trainer credentials, and local safety clearances.
District Audit
Inspection of safety mats, emergency medical kits, and equipment.
Certificate Seal
Issuance of digital cryptographic affiliation certificate with QR verify.
Registry Listing
Inclusion in the verified state directory of approved combat academies.
Championships & Pathways
District Championships
Grassroots competition providing tournament experience and state qualifiers.
All 33 Districts • Annual CircuitGujarat State Games
Official multi-sport martial arts tournament granting state sports quota certificates.
State Sports Complex • Premier EventNational Selection Trials
Selection camps preparing elite athletes to represent Gujarat at National Games.
Team Gujarat ContingentRecognition & Verification
All certificates issued by MAAG feature digital QR codes linked to the State Gazette Registry.
Athlete Digital UID
Dan / Belt Certificates
State Championship Honors
Academy Recognition Seal
Governance & Standards
Athlete Safety
Mandatory medical screenings, ringside doctors at all sanctioned bouts, and age-appropriate combat guidelines.
Anti-Doping Regulations
Adherence to National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) prohibited substance lists at all selection meets.
Code of Conduct
Strict zero-tolerance policy against age fraud, referee tampering, and disciplinary misconduct.
Anti-Discrimination
Equal access to martial arts training regardless of gender, economic background, or region.
Partners & Affiliations
Leadership of MAAG
Shri Bhagwansinh Girase
President, MAAG
General Secretariat
Secretary General, MAAG
Technical Directorate
Chief Technical Examiner
Evolution of the Authority
Consolidation of Gujarat Combat Sports
Unification of diverse dojo systems into a standardized state regulatory body.
33 District Associations Formalized
Creation of district secretariats across all regions to govern local dojos.
Launch of Annual Multi-Sport Games
Establishment of the Gujarat State Martial Arts Games with sports quota eligibility.
Digital Registry & Anti-Counterfeit Verification
Launch of the Single Window Clearance portal and online belt validation.
Why Join MAAG?
Athletes
Official State Rank • National Games Pathways • Sports Quota Certification.
Coaches
Statutory Licensure • Background Verifications • Referee Examiner Badges.
Academies
Government-Recognized Affiliation • Directory Listing • Official Event Hosting.
Districts
Sole District Jurisdiction • Official Administrative Panel • Direct State Conduit.
Digital Services Suite
Official Documents
MAAG Statutory Constitution
PDF • 1.4 MBState Championship Rules
PDF • 2.8 MBAnti-Doping Regulations
PDF • 0.9 MBTransparency & Grievances
In full compliance with statutory standards, MAAG maintains a dedicated Right to Information (RTI) cell and an impartial Sports Dispute Resolution Tribunal to address grievances from athletes, parents, and coaches without prejudice.
Gujarat Combat Sports 2030
Our long-term operational targets to build a world-class martial ecosystem.
Active practitioners registered across schools and dojos.
Safe, accredited training centers across every taluka.
Developing Gujarat talent for National and Asian Games podiums.
BUILD. DISCIPLINE. EXCEL.
Join the organized martial arts movement of Gujarat. Protect your credentials, register your club, and represent your state with honor.