The well known ‘Hindustan Kalari Sangham’, performing Kalaripayattu at Calicut, INDIA !

Описание: Kalaripayattu is an ancient and traditional martial art of Kerala. The basic theory of using body as an eye is as old as history of the state. Based on tantra, kalaripayattu is the symbol of the appraisal of physicality to spirituality. Lord Shiva was considered as the deity or guru of Kalaripayattu. Kalari is the place where we practice Kalarpayattu. It is believed that the word Kalari originated from the Sanskrit word kalluriga. There used to be two kinds of Kalaris in early days – namely Kuzhikalari and Angakalari. Kuzhikalari was prepared for regular practice and was designed, based on classic table format. It is difficult to grasp the spiritual content of kalari since it is too deep. It can be learned only through years of hard work and dedication. The practice techniques of Kalari can be classified into four. Meypayattu, Kolthari, Angathari and Verumkai. The ideal age to begin Kalari is seven. Based on Chuvadu and Vadivu, a Meypayatter gives utmost importance for the basic theory of using the body as eye and preparing or toning one’s body. Kolthari, the second major classification is mainly carried out using sticks of specific length and breadth. Angathari – this is where they practice Kalari with sharp weapons, mainly Urumi (Sword), Spear etc. The forth classification called Verumkai merely concentrates on laws and is useful for self defence without weapons. Kalarichikilsa is the traditional way of curing the physical injuries or dislocations which may happen during the practice of Kalari. One thing is for sure, that Kalari is a gift to Mother India from Kerala which raises the level of human life through its traditional and spiritual content.

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http://www.hindustankalari.com/