About Us
Kalariyil Dharmikam Ashram is a Center for Healing, Learning and Spirituality. Established in 2003, we are located in Parasuvaikal, Parassala village, in Trivandrum District in Southern Kerala. We welcome anyone who wishes to immerse themselves in the traditional South Indian Healing Arts of Kalari Chikilsa and/or the ancient South Indian Martial Art of Kalaripayattu. These practices and Spiritual lineage have been preserved and passed down by our Guru and Founder, Shri Dharamananda Swaroopa Satguru Hanuman Das; also known as Master Balachandran Nair (31 January 1949 – 20 March 2022). We are situated in the serene, lush setting of an Ashram, providing an optimal environment in which to heal one’s body, mind, and spirit. It is the combination of the spirituality, martial arts, and the healing services, which makes our Ashram unique. It allows us to offer an authentic holistic healing experience which embodies Keralite traditions.
OUR SERVICES
KALARI TRAINING
Kalaripayattu Training Courses are offered to students of all ages and levels of fitness. Students must simply have the desire, dedication and discipline required. Levels progress from Basic, through Intermediate, Advanced and Instructor Levels. Each stage advances the student’s physical and mental agility, as well as flexibility and strength. The practice includes weapons training, self-defense and knowledge of marma points. Benefits of Kalari training include improved physical health, flexibility and strength as well as increased mental discipline and focus.
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KALARI PACKAGES
We offer the following Kalari packages for those who wish to deepen their practices and experience additional modalities.
1. Kayakalpam
2. Urjakalpam
3. Kayabal
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KAYAKALPAM
Designed for individuals above 50 years of age to maintain and improve physical and mental health. The course mainly focuses on Kalari Exercise which includes basic stretching, strengthening and mobility workouts, individualized diet plans after consultation with a physician, and Pranayamic exercise as well as meditation to boost one’s mental capacity.
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URJAKALPAM
This program focuses on Kalari exercises, focusing on strength and flexibility to build a basic level of physical fitness. In addition to exercises and diet plans, the practitioner will experience the healing effects of traditional ‘Kalari Uzhichil’ (Kalari treatment). After successful completion of the program, the individual will benefit from enhanced strength, agility, flexibility and joint mobility.
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KAYABAL
The main goal of this program is to enhance the practitioner’s physical capacities in all areas. It is a high intensity course by the end of which the individual will feel significant improvements in their overall physical and mental fitness.
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DETOXIFICATION / REJUVENATION PACKAGE
This holistic program addresses the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels of the individual. It returns the body to its natural balanced state of health, resulting in a youthful, vibrant and reenergized feeling. Rejuvenation along with the accompanying detoxification is essential in order to maintain strength, vitality, creativity, equanimity and inner peace.
Packages offered for: 7, 14, 21, and 28 days
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MONSOON SEASONS (KARKIDAKA CHIKITSA) PACKAGE
Specific seasonal treatments are designed for the Monsoon times as the humidity can imbalance the Tri Doshas of the body and create health struggles. The Ayurvedic treatments offered during these months include detoxification and rejuvenation therapies tailored to the Dosha-Dushya status of the patient. In conjunction with oil massage, we use Karkidakakanji/ Oushada Kanji (a unique blend of herbs, spices and grains), to boost immunity, improve digestion, as well as detoxify and rebalance the body.
Packages offered for: 7, 14, 21, and 28 days
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POSTNATAL TREATMENT
Dharmikam’s Postnatal Package focuses on the physical and mental well-being of mother and child. Specific therapies, including gentle massages with medicinal oils and herbal steams, help relieve stress and reduce pain for the mother, thus supporting her to regain mental and physical strength after childbirth. Postnatal Treatments require a minimum of 14-days.
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ASHRAM
Dharmikam Ashram is an idyllic space in which to retreat. It is home to the world-renowned Indian School of Martial Arts, Kalari Chikilsa Healing Center and the Anjaneya Swami Temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Guests stay in traditional sun-filled accommodations, all with private baths and sit-outs. There are various gardens and a variety of ways to personalize a retreat. If you are interested in luxury suites with air conditioning, internet and other amenities, those accommodations can be provided. You may wish to partake in any or all the modalities offered here, or you may wish to simply spend time in the rich, vibrant natural surroundings. The lush gardens and beautiful structures reflect the richness of the ancient teachings. One of the highlights of the Ashram, beautifully and dutifully planned and built by Guru Hanuman Das, is a stunning garden that houses a large stone idol of Hanuman, whose hand is open in a gesture of blessing to his devotees.
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