Siva Yogi Gurukulam, under the leadership of Guru R. Vigneshwaran, is a renowned institution committed to the training, research, and promotion of Kalaripayattu and various traditional Indian art forms. With a presence across 73 schools, 20 colleges, and over 200 private centers, we nurture future warriors, healers, and cultural ambassadors.
Sivayogi Gurukulam conducts regular training classes and workshops, hold events and performances, and publishes study and research material about Kalaripayattu. It also provides Kalari and Marma treatments for orthopaedic and life style conditions.
Traditional Mud-Built Kalari – Paramakudi (Ramanathapuram District)
Modern Studios – Kadachanenthal (Madurai) & Aranmanai Pudur (Theni)
Renowned film director Mr. P. Samuthirakani and actor Kutty Mani honored our students for their achievements in the World Record Competitions held in 2019 and 2024
Achieved First Place in the Traditional Chumadadi (Suvadukkal) Martial Art Competition
Legendary music director Deva honored the Association Secretary for his contribution to traditional martial arts
Honoured for Best Kalari Performance in Ramanathapuram
The Best Kalaripayattu Centre
Nestled in Paramakudi’s serene outskirts, Siva Yogi Gurukulam offers both traditional and modern training spaces—ranging from a sacred mud-built Kalari to state-of-the-art studios in Madurai and Theni. With flexible residential and day programs for ages 5 to 40+, it is a premier destination for mastering the ancient art of Kalaripayattu while nurturing healing, discipline, and cultural pride.
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