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No one has ever asked me how a martial artist is different from being a fighter. These days when I walk into a dojo, it is not certain to me if anyone there is aware of either. To be a fighter is easier, as all one needs to be is muster up the courage and tune up certain emotions. But, what does it really take to be a true martial artist? Being a fighter is like being a raging fire. It draws attention, is a disruption to normalcy, is destructive in nature and cannot be sustai

The Transformative Power of Kalaripayattu Many times, I have wondered why we chose to share our knowledge of Kalaripayattu. Is this just a hobby, or is it something more profound? The words you read here, shared by a member of our community, reveal that our thoughts and actions go far deeper. She shares her story: "Life felt like it had come to a standstill following the COVID-19 pandemic. The overwhelming pressure of work, combined with deep emotional exhaustion, transformed

I still thank that great friend who asked me back in 2016, "Why don't you just offer classes here in Germany then?" John and I became friends while learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). After a grueling session, he praised my dexterity and hip flexibility. It made it difficult for him to pass guard. I responded by expressing my gratitude for Kalaripayattu. As a German, John had never heard of Kalaripayattu. He looked at me with a quizzical expression. I ended up speaking zealou

Recently I came across a social media post published by a Kalari school that roused my interest. I always have liked it when philosphy entwines with Martial Arts. It straightaway touches something deep. For instance, interviews made by Bruce Lee on his philosophies towards Jeet Kune Do practice has influenced my entire life. But this particular post left me a bit torn. And so, instead of starting the typical argument on the comments section of the post, I decided to play with