Kalaripayattu Ashta Vadivu

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These are basic eight animal postures in the practise of martial art Kalaripayattu. Ashta means 'eight' and 'Vadivu' means postures. The Ashta Vadivu integrates all categories of body exercises that requires focus, concentration and balance. The regular practise of Ashta Vadivu results in improved stamina, flexibility, grace & good breath control.
1. Gaja Vadivu (Elephant Pose)
2. Simha Vadivu (Lion Pose)
3. Ashwa Vadivu (Horse Pose)
4. Varaha Vadivu (Wild Boar)
5. Sarpa Vadivu (Snake Pose)
6. Marjara Vadivu (Cat Pose)
7. Kukkuda Vadivu (Rooster Pose)
8. Matsya Vadivu (Fish Pose)
Ashta Vadivu vedio by Kalari Manoeuvre,
School of Kalaripayattu, Bangalore & Member of International Dance Council of UNESCO, Paris.