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In today’s society there is an urgent need for self defence against weapons and bladed weapons especially. Naturally we have to be realistic against such weapons and those who attack us with intention to hurt us or kill us. But is there such a thing as a defence against a knife? What could be done? How will I react? Will I freeze when faced with an attack?. These are the questions that one should be asking. So what can this Ancient Indian Kalari offer? Firstly there is a science behind the way that you will be taught in this art. Its no use just learning a few locks, then convince yourself that your ready. So what is the science behind this art when it comes to knife defence.
Firstly, you have to prepare your self to move. There are 7 positions of moving. These must be trained over a period of time gaining correct position.Then and only then you can proceed to use correct blocking and locking. How long does this take you
may ask? It could be 6 months
it could be 10 years. But without
such fundamental set up,
knife defence will be
almost impossible.
Nedu Vadi (long Stick)
Nedu vadi just means the long stick of rattan cane. The height is from the floor to the nose. The techniques of the nedu vadi are both fast and furious. Both ends are used in attacking and defending and can be held from both ends in a swinging action.
Kuru Vadi(Short stick)
Is a short stick of rattan cane and about an arms length long, techniques includes locks and strikes
Mace (Gadha)
Used to develop both power in striking and grip. The weapon was a favorite of Hanuman (Anjenaya)
Valum Parichyam (The sword & shield)
Valum Parichayam is the sword and shield. There are 27 sword strikes according to tekkan kalari and ancient Vedic text. These skills are in certain stepping patterns that are unique kalari. These include the swastika steps, round steps, cross or x steps. The suppleness of the body acquired through the practice of meyppayattu is essential for this sword and shield. Sword is used for attack, shield for defence if it is a double arm band hold if it is a single hold shield then it is used as punching tool also
Other weapons include spear, double swords, machete, vetta cutty
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