ART OF SILAMBAM
What the mind can perceive, the heart can believe, the body can achieve
One of the first forms of self-defense, has its roots in Tamil Nadu. Even in the Sangam Literature, this ancient style of combat is mentioned. Stick fighting is the main aspect of silambam, which was effectively deployed in the 18th century against the British army. Practicing Silambam enhances balance and overall health, as well as mental and physical focus, as well as a person’s sense of psychological well-being. The use of Silambam training as therapy for children with special needs or other impairments is rare.
Tara supports the Silambam workshop for a number of reasons. The Benefits And Advantages Of Practicing Our Traditional Tamil Martial Art Silambam :
• Practicing Silambam activates the left and right brain’s coordination, which helps many students to come out of their stress and helps them to understand better with more gain on motor skills. Silambam is a form of mindfulness promoting mental peace.
• Students who practice Silambam as a Martial Art has increased concentration level which results in good academic progress.
• To get good mental health and stability.
• Practicing Silambam is helpful for self defense especially for women.
• Learning Silambam will most certainly lead to a positive change in your life.
• Practicing Silambam increases the person’s self confidence to the highest level.
• To obtain self realization and uniqueness. Development in the Immune system.
• To gain knowledge and awareness about human Anatomy.It enhances self esteem and improves flexibility of the body, creativity, concentration and patience level.
• To realize our mind and body’s full capability.
• Silambam as a sport, has a special quota in sports. Students will get more opportunities and recognition through this sport.
Silambam, according to oral tradition, originated with the siddha and enlightened sage Agastya thousands of years ago. Agastya discussed Hindu philosophy with an elderly man he met on the way to Vellimalai and who he thought was Lord Murugan in disguise. The World Silambam Association’s (WSA) goal is to promote effective global governance by ensuring that technical rules are constantly improved and regulating Silambam contests, participation in international events, and the athletic world in order to gain Olympic and Paralympic sport status.
Tara supports Silambam for kids because it’s a beneficial cardio exercise that enhances heart health. Calorie burning aids in weight loss and body contouring. relieves weariness, lethargy, and mental stress. enhances reflexive joint and muscle mobility and body flexibility. To acquire the fundamentals of silambam, one must go through a two-year training programme. However, when you practise more, there is always room for new manoeuvres.
