The practitioners will learn to enhance their physical strength through disciplined training in dynamic postures, leg stances, and movement sequences that improve muscle tone, balance, and overall body coordination.
The practice of Dhara Kalari builds physical strength, enhances stamina, and improves posture and balance, which are essential for performing everyday activities with ease and preventing injuries.
Dhara Kalari could be practiced in a routined manner by setting aside consistent, dedicated times each day or several times a week for training, focusing on progressive mastery of stances, movements, and sequences to build strength and skill systematically.
Akshay T S is a distinguished master of Kalaripayattu, an ancient martial art form from Kerala, India. Beginning his training at the young age of 12, Akshay has studied under the tutelage of respected gurus at the Hindustan Kalari Sangam in Kozhikode and Kalarigram in Pondicherry. Over the years, he has evolved from a devoted student to a revered teacher, sharing his profound skills with a wide audience both in India and internationally.
Ancient text name: Dhanurveda
Context: An ancient Indian body of martial knowledge, broadly considered as the Vedic military science, which dates back to between the 2nd century BCE and the 4th century CE.
Mention of Kalariaittu: Dhanurveda outlines various warfare techniques including archery and infantry tactics, which can be contextually linked to disciplines similar to those in Kalaripayattu. This text emphasizes the building of physical strength, agility, and mental focus, essential for personal discipline and holistic wellbeing.
In this 45-minute introductory Kalaripayattu session, you will start with Kalarivandanam to honor the practice's traditions.
You will explore basic Chuvadukal (leg stances) for stability, followed by Vadivukal (animal postures) to enhance agility. The session concludes with an introduction to Kalukal (leg swings) for improved coordination.
Next step, we will send you the zoom link one day before the event.
