Three-month foundation
Start with the body. Build balance, flexibility and confidence through guided Kalari practice.
Hanumananga Marma KalariKalaripayattu.
Train with Ashan Stephen D.
Find your starting point3, 6 & 12 monthKalaripayattu.
Rooted in Kerala.
Practised for life.Traditional
Kalaripayattu.
Train with Ashan Stephen D.Kalaripayattu, marma and uzhichil, taught with personal guidance from Ashan Stephen D. in Keezharoor, Kerala.
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About us
Kalaripayattu training
in Keezharoor.
At Hanumananga Marma Kalari, training begins with the foundations: a steady stance, a disciplined mind and respect for the practice.
Our practice
Learn the chuvadukal, connected sequences and traditional weapons through regular, hands-on training with the Ashan.
Our purpose
Keep Kerala’s martial and traditional care knowledge alive by teaching it with patience, discipline and individual attention.
Meet the Ashan
Talk to us+91 90202 20222
Our programmes
Kalaripayattu training
for every stage.
Begin as a newcomer or deepen your practice. Choose a pathway and discuss the right starting point with the Ashan.
Six-month training
Connect your movements, develop control and progress through the traditional training repertoire.
One-year training
Make a deeper commitment to Kalaripayattu with sustained practice and personal guidance from the Ashan.
Learning is open to all ages. Training can be undertaken with or without a vratham observance. The Ashan will guide your starting level.
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The Hanumananga tradition
Traditional Kalaripayattu.
From chuvadukal to weapons.
Eleven foundational chuvadukal. Six velakal for each. A progressive practice that brings together body conditioning, traditional weapons and close attention to technique.
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Learn with
Ashan Stephen D.
Vaidyar Stephen David
Kalaripayattu and traditional care are taught here under the guidance of Stephen D. His work connects martial training with the inherited knowledge of marma and uzhichil.
Students receive personal attention as they build their foundations, learn the traditional repertoire and prepare for the next stage of practice.
Vaidyaratna & Korakkar award recipientUdyam registration · QCI-related traditional community healthcare certification
Leadership & recognitions
- State President, Parambarya Chikitsa Kalaripayattu Association
- State General Secretary, Shaolin Martial Arts Foundation
- Managing Director, Udaya Human Rights & Charitable Trust
- All India General Secretary, Traditional Kalaripayattu Association
Recognition and registration details are provided by the institution. Please enquire for documentation.
Stephen D.Chief instructor · Hanumananga Marma Kalari
Life at the Kalari
Training at Hanumananga.
Our students, traditional weapon practice and Kalari community.
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Traditional care
Adithya Parambarya
Vaidyasala.
Traditional hands-on care and learning, rooted in marma and uzhichil. Speak with our team to arrange an individual consultation.
Marma care
A traditional approach informed by the body’s marma points. Suitability is discussed during your individual assessment.
Uzhichil & oil massage
Traditional oil massage and bodywork, with the approach selected around your comfort and condition.
Traditional care training
Enquire about learning marma, uzhichil and traditional treatment methods through the available course pathways.
Back, neck & joint discomfort
Contact the Vaidyasala for an assessment and to discuss suitable care. Results and suitability vary from person to person.
Traditional care does not replace urgent medical attention or prescribed treatment. Please share medical details only during your consultation.
The training tradition
From the first stance
to the traditional weapons.
01
Chuvadukal & velakal
Eleven foundational chuvadukal with six velakal for each, taught through progressive practice.
02
The traditional weapons
Small staff, long staff, knife and sword each have six principal sequences, followed by further variations.
03
Preparing for arangettam
The required 66 velakal are learned under the Ashan’s guidance. Readiness depends on practice and assessment.
The institution describes a repertoire of more than 4,200 velakal, including 63 further variations for each vela. Ask the Ashan about the detailed syllabus.
Our publication
Parambarya
Chikitsa Sahayi.
A companion to traditional care
Explore traditional care knowledge in this Malayalam publication, available directly from Adithya Parambarya Vaidyasala and by post.
Contact us for the current price, availability and postal delivery details.
Enquire about the bookAvailable in person & by postYour questions, answered
Before you step
into the Kalari.
New to Kalaripayattu? Here are a few things to know before beginning.
- Training for different ages and experience levels
- Three, six and twelve-month courses
- Personal guidance from the Ashan
- Traditional care and learning enquiries
Can I start as a complete beginner?
Yes. You can enquire at any age, with or without previous martial arts experience. The Ashan will discuss your fitness, goals and an appropriate starting point. Children train with parental consent and supervision.
Which course is right for me?
Three, six and twelve-month pathways are available. Speak with our team about your goals, availability, class timings, fees and the detailed syllabus before enrolling.
Is a vratham required for training?
Training can be undertaken with or without a vratham observance. Discuss the practice guidelines and your preferences directly with the Ashan.
Can I learn marma and uzhichil?
Yes, you can enquire about traditional care training, including marma and uzhichil. The team will explain the available pathways and requirements.
How do I arrange a Vaidyasala consultation?
Call +91 62823 34037 or contact +91 90202 20222 on WhatsApp to discuss an appointment. Care is recommended after assessing suitability.
Contact us
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Kalari & Vaidyasala.
Training, traditional care or our publication: the team is here to help you find the right next step.
Visit us
Chat with us on WhatsAppSasthamkonam, Keezharoor P.O., Perumkadavila,
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695124
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Map & Directions
Hanumananga Marma Kalari &
Adithya Parambarya Vaidyasala
Perumkadavila, Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala 695124, India
Please call +91 90202 20222 before visiting to confirm timings.
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Marma Kalari.
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