Swathanthra Kalari Sangham

Welcome to the official channel of Swathanthra Kalari Sangham - a traditional Kalaripayattu school at Anappara, Kunnamangalam, Kozhikode, Kerala.

Founded in 1963 by Ustad TP Kalandan Gurukkal, the sangham is today led by his son, TP Dakwan Gurukkal. For over six decades we have preserved the northern (Vadakkan) style of Kalaripayattu in its classical form, training students through the four traditional stages:

• Meithari — body postures and conditioning
• Kolthari — wooden weapons (staff, stick, otta)
• Ankathari — metal weapons (sword, spear, urumi)
• Verumkai — empty-hand combat and marma

On this channel you will find training demonstrations, student performances, stage events, weapon sequences, and moments from daily life inside the kalari.

Admissions are open. Students of all ages are welcome.
📍 Anappara, Kunnamangalam, Kozhikode, Kerala
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