About us
We believe true martial arts begins with the mind. Through guided lessons, structured training, and traditional practice, students learn to master themselves before mastering the art.
We Have 500+
About us
Kalaripayattu Excellence Rooted in 130+ Years of Tradition
Our Mission
To cultivate strength, discipline, and resilience in every individual through the practice of kalaripayattu, creating a fearless society, one practitioner at a time.
Our Vision
To make kalaripayattu accessible globally while preserving its 3,000-year wisdom and carrying its ancient legacy forward to future generations.
Who We Are
Discipline, Lineage and Living Tradition
Established in 1896, Agasthyam is a living tradition of kalaripayattu and Siddha wisdom, India’s ancient martial art and healing system. Guided by the renowned Warrior Monk, Gurukkal Dr. S. Mahesh, a fifth-generation kalaripayattu master, Agasthyam serves as a centre of discipline, inner strength, and holistic self-empowerment. With deep roots in his ancestral lineage and decades of experience, Gurukkal has trained elite forces including the Indian Army, Customs, Narcotics Bureau, and officers from the Department of Direct Taxes, alongside professionals from IITs and the IT industry.
Years Of Experience
Our Facts
130 Years of Kalaripayattu - By the Numbers
- Focus on Discipline & Traditional Kalaripayattu Practice
- Personalised Gurukkal-Guided Training for Every Level
130+
Years of Unbroken Kalaripayattu Lineage
5000+
Online Students Across 9 Countries
16,000+
Women Across Kerala Empowered
40+
Countries Reached
Our Partners
Working with trusted brands
What We Do
Helping You Master Kalaripayattu with Expert Guidance
Kalaripayattu Training Programmes
From beginner kalaripayattu classes in Trivandrum to residential training, online classes, and the Sampradayam teacher certification, every programme at Agasthyam follows a structured, phase-based curriculum under direct Gurukkal guidance.
- Beginner, Residential, Online & Teacher Training
- Structured Progression from Foundation to Mastery
Wellness, Spirituality & Outreach
- Traditional Healing, Meditation & Self-Defence
- Workshops, Retreats & Certified Programmes
1200
+Lives Transformed
Testimonials
Professional team and amazing results
Baskar Rao
BusinessmanKalari made me healthier, more energetic, and brought perfect sync between my body and mind
Surya
ActorWatching Agasthyam's Kalaripayattu performance left me in awe inspired by its sheer power and energy
Brooklyn Simmons
Adult LearnerExcellent atmosphere with friendly trainers and professional guidance.
Alexander Simmons
Adult LearnerAmazing dojo experience. My daughter became more confident and focused.
Leslie Alexander
Adult LearnerSupportive instructors and positive learning environment for everyone.
FAQ's
Answers to Your Most Common Questions About Kalaripayattu at Agasthyam
- Enrolment and Programme Options Made Easy
- Training for All Ages and Levels
- In-Person, Residential, and Online Options
- Certification and Teacher Training
Who can join Agasthyam's kalaripayattu training programmes?
Anyone. Our kalaripayattu classes are open to children from age 6, adults, seniors, and international students. No prior experience or fitness level required.
Can I join as a complete beginner with no martial arts background?
Do you offer online kalaripayattu classes?
What is the Sampradayam teacher training programme?
Is there a residential kalaripayattu programme?
Yes. Agasthyam’s residential kalaripayattu training offers 15, 30, and 60-day full-immersion programmes at our Gurukulam in Nemom, Thiruvananthapuram — twice-daily sessions, traditional lifestyle, and structured phase-based training.