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Our teachers write here about Kalaripayattu, Kalari Chikitsa and the tradition behind both.
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Kalaripayattu
The role of meditation in Kalaripayattu
Kalaripayattu, often referred to as the mother of all martial arts, is a holistic approach to self-defense and healing. Meditation in Kalaripayattu is...
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Kalaripayattu
Understanding Meypayattu
The Art of Body Movement The Techniques of Mey Payattu Mey Payattu involves a series of fluid movements that mimic the motions of animals and birds. P...
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Kalaripayattu
Kalaripayattu Weapons: Names and Uses
Explore Kalaripayattu's unique weapons, from the flexible Urumi to the powerful Mace, embodying martial skill and tradition.
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Kalaripayattu
Kaalukal: The Kicks of Kalaripayattu
Explore Kaalukal in Kalaripayattu: Key to beginners' balance and stability, enhancing lower body strength through traditional Indian martial art.
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Kalari Chikitsa
Kalari's Marma Treatment for White Collar Professionals
Explore ancient Kalaripayattu's Marma treatment for white-collar stress relief, posture improvement and mental focus.
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Kalari Chikitsa
Uzhichil: Meaning, Methods and Benefits
Explore Uzhichil, the traditional Kalaripayattu massage, enhancing flexibility, healing and martial art preparedness.
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Kalaripayattu
Chuvadu: The Footwork of Kalaripayattu
Discover the role of Chuvadu in Kalaripayattu, where strategic footwork meets ancient martial arts to boost agility and mental clarity.
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Kalari Chikitsa
Kalari Marma Treatment
Explore the healing power of Kalari Marma Therapy, an ancient Indian practice targeting vital energy points for holistic wellness.
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Kalaripayattu
Vadivukal: The Animal Postures of Kalaripayattu
Explore the spiritual and physical depths of Kalaripayattu through its unique Vadivukal, the animal postures symbolizing strength and grace.
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Kalari Vandanam: Meaning and Steps of the Salutation
Delve into Kalari Vandanam, the sacred salutation ritual of Kalaripayattu, blending respect, meditation and Kerala's martial heritage.
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Kalaripayattu
The Kuzhi Kalari
Explore the Kuzhi Kalari, Kerala's unique martial art pit, central to Kuzhi Kalari practice. Dive into its significance, design and more.
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Kalaripayattu
The martial art itself: its stages, its weapons, its stances and its history.
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The healing half of the tradition: marma, oil therapy and what it treats.
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Longer pieces on the Gurukulam, the lineage and life inside it.
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