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2. grade of 5

2nd Level – Kolthari (Wooden Weapons)

Northern Kalaripayattu

Typical gap since previous grade: 12 monthsestimate

Long staff Kettukari, curved Otta stick, and Cheruvadi short stick combat.

Requirements for this grade

We do not yet have documented requirements for this grade. They will be added once the relevant organisation’s syllabus is available.

Symbolism & meaning

Otta is an elephant-tusk shaped stick designed for marma vital point strikes.

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