Episode #56 of The Hindu Parenting Podcast features Shri Mahesh Gurukkal, also known as the Warrior Monk. He is an Indian Martial Arts Guru, 5th Generation Kalari Gurukkal, Spiritual leader, Founder of Agasthyam Foundation, Kalari Innovator and Author – Filmmaker.

In this podcast, we focus on the benefits of Kalaripayattu training with reflections on building resilience, fearlessness and self-esteem in children and adults.

Shri Mahesh Gurukkal traces the history of Kalaripayattu and how it was banned during the colonial British rule in India.

He also shares his vision of re-building the kshaatra spirit among Indians and his efforts towards training people in the mother of all martial arts, Kalaripayattu.

Read all about Shri Mahesh Gurukkal and Agasthya Kalripayattu here.

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See a short video on Gurukkal here.

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