Rashmi Kumar

Assistant Kalari Teacher, Australia

Rashmi, originally from South India, has been training Kalaripayattu for nearly 5 years with Lalita, and is practicing her skills as an assistant teacher. She was first drawn to Kalaripayattu for its versatile and holistic approach to movement, which can be adapted to suit a large range of people, while maintaining a core of respect, tradition, and continuous striving for improvement. Having previously learned Hatha Yoga, and wanting a different 'off the mat’ challenge, Rashmi took up Kalaripayattu to improve her fitness. She has progressed and persevered with it because of the broad benefits of Kalaripayattu, not just for physical fitness, but overall wellbeing. She has visited the Kalariyil Dharmikam Ashram in Kerala, India, to deepen her knowledge and experience the practice in its original setting. She was drawn to teaching through making this trip and learning more about Kalaripayattu practice, wanting to contribute to the tradition and share it more widely.

Rashmi works in advocacy for social justice, and has been a passionate activist from a young age. Her openness to learn more, and blend her passion for change into her practices comes through in her classes. She is a focused  teacher, with a sharp and precise attitude that creates a disciplined yet calm environment that allows for deep internal reflection. She is also currently training more advanced forms and weapons, and is eager to guide others to experience the benefits of this multifaceted practice. 

Alana Gregory,

Kalari Instructor, Iceland

Over several years, Alana lived and trained in Kalarippayat and Ayurveda in India. She has a background in environmental science, Yoga, martial art, mindfulness, and the underlying philosophies that inform these practices. 

Alana is passionate about passing on the knowledge her teachers share with her. She is an advocate for a holistic approach to life and health and is involved in a number of community health and arts projects.

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